Fire Stations and Firehouses
A city-commissioned study found Norman Fire Department needs three additional stations and 78 firefighters to improve coverage and meet its five-minute response time goal
The Paso Robles facility provides live-fire, rescue, EMS and law enforcement training while giving regional agencies a place to train together for major incidents
Despite a heat index above 100 degrees, Cuba Community Volunteer Fire Department crews saved most of their equipment, but the station was left uninhabitable
Salina Fire Department’s new 20,000-square-foot station features five apparatus bays and space designed to accommodate future growth
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Fox Crossing Fire Station 41 was destroyed as a tornado with estimated peak winds of 140 mph cut a 12-mile path through northeastern Wisconsin
A fire heavily damaged the Coldenham Fire House and several fire vehicles in Walden
The modernized Ramona Air Attack Base features faster retardant-loading capabilities, a new C-130 air tanker and San Diego County’s first night-flying firefighting helicopter
Bay City officials voted to begin planning for a new Fire Station 2 after firefighters raised concerns about PFAS contamination at the current site
The new training center features a five-story live-fire tower, technical rescue props and decontamination facilities, allowing Gig Harbor firefighters to train closer to home
Richmond city leaders continue searching for funding for better firehouses and to transition from basic life support to advanced life support EMS
York’s new fire station replaces a nearly 60-year-old facility with modern cancer-prevention features, expanded living quarters, and space to support a growing fire department
Charlotte firefighters have relocated from Station 26 while crews tackle an extensive mold problem
Dutchess County’s new three-story live-fire training building will provide realistic burn scenarios while honoring longtime deputy fire coordinator Ray Nichols
Columbus approved nearly $3 million for repairs, but advocates say mold, asbestos, water damage and failing infrastructure show the problems go much further
Grand Blanc Township’s new 60,000-square-foot public safety and public works complex was opened during a ribbon-cutting ceremony
Worcester will begin construction on a new South Division firehouse, replacing the current facility that has served firefighters since 1959
The Flint City Council approved funding to remodel kitchens at two fire stations to support firefighter well-being
Investigators are looking into whether an iPad sparked the fire inside the Menands firehouse
Three juveniles were taken into custody after a series of shootings and robberies across Austin that injured four people and targeted homes, apartments and two fire stations
The Pismo Beach facility combines police and fire operations under one roof, giving first responders expanded space, updated technology and faster emergency response capabilities
The new facility gives Effingham firefighters a place to practice real-world rescue and fire scenarios locally, rather than traveling to other cities for training
IAFF Local 64 cites safety, contract and leadership concerns, while Fire Chief Dennis Rubin disputes the claims
Seven Hills firefighters have moved into new private sleeping quarters designed with guidance from University Hospitals Parma Medical Center to improve rest, health and job performance
Vacaville firefighters rotated through controlled burns at “Train Town,” simulating real fires to build experience and maintain readiness, especially for newer firefighters
Tucson officials are considering shutting down two fire stations and freezing hiring as they work to close a multimillion-dollar shortfall
The funding will support the construction of a second fire station as Scion Township leaders work to expand fire service coverage
The 7,800-square-foot San Diego County firehouse will feature a double apparatus bay, office, six dorm rooms, kitchen and gym
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