City celebrates the reopening of the fire station 14 • Long Beach Post News

Long Beach Leaders gathered at the weekend to celebrate the reopening of the fire station 14 after years of construction.

The dignitaries of the city and first aiders gathered on Saturday in front of the train station to cut a ceremonial band, visit the building and to talk about the advantage of the station of the surrounding community.

“With advanced equipment, updated infrastructure and improved operational skills, the reopening of our new fire brigade will provide 14 firefighters with the tools and resources they need to react efficiently and effectively to emergencies in order to further improve our ability to protect our community,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “We build a safer, more resistant Long Beach.”

The construction of the Firehouse started in the summer of 2023 and cost around 5.5 million US dollars to use sales tax financing mainly for the use of Long Beach. It is part of the Elevate '28 infrastructure plan of the city, a list of improvements that the city wants to complete before the 2028 Olympics.

According to the city fire brigade, the station resumed the service last month.

The improvements include improved sanitary facilities, electrical systems, lead and asbestos waste, roof replacement, new smoke detectors, ADA ramps and a new toilet on the first floor. The station also has a new warning system and an outdated gym.

“This is a proud moment for the fire brigade of Long Beach, our firefighters and the entire community,” said Dennis Buchanan, head of the fire brigade of Long Beach. “Thanks to measurement A, Fire Station 14 is now equipped with improved facilities and tools with which we can use Long Beach even better.

You can find more information about the project here.