Press Release
☷Fort Johnson increases emergency capabilities with new fire station
U.S. Army ( By Press Release office)
Jan 21,2024
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The opening of the North Fort Fire Station was celebrated with a cake cutting ceremony , attended by Fort Johnson fire chief David J . Kass , former fire chief Michael Kuk , and other Fort Johnson leadership and guests . Lt . Gen . Patrick D . Frank , U . S . Army Central commanding general , and Brig . Gen . David W . Gardner , Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson commanding general , were also present and helped cut the ribbon . During the ceremony , attendees saluted during the national anthem and Brig . Gen . David W . Gardner gave a speech . The ribbon cutting ceremony for the North Fort Fire Station was held on Jan . 16 in Fort Johnson , Louisiana . The completion of the project , which cost 2 . 7 million dollars , was made possible by the efforts of the Fort Johnson Directorate of Public Works , U . S . Army Corps of Engineers , and Aegis Security Insurance Company . The new fire station is a single story building with a standard design , covering approximately 5 , 800 square feet . It is located on Entrance Road , near the existing North Fort Fire Station . The purpose of the new building is to provide better facilities for first responders and improve emergency service response in Fort Johnson and the surrounding areas . Brig . Gen . David W . Gardner , in his speech , expressed gratitude for the completion of the project and praised the garrison and Corps of Engineers for their commitment to high construction standards . He also acknowledged the important role of the personnel who will be working and living at the station in keeping soldiers safe during training and assisting the community outside the gate . Fort Johnson Fire and Emergency Services chief , David J . Kass , mentioned that the new fire station meets all current safety standards and greatly enhances the quality of life for firefighters working long shifts . It is equipped with backup power , fire protection and alarm systems , and security access control . Kass mentioned that the improvements to quality of life are expected to help keep personnel on board . Firefighters can now take pride in a facility that supports their efforts in keeping Fort Johnson and the surrounding community safe . The interior spaces include administrative , residential , training , fitness , laundry areas , and more . Captain Elinda Hollis , the lead firefighter , is currently stationed at the North Fort Fire Station . She expressed excitement about the new station , mentioning the improved sleeping quarters , training area , dayroom , gym , and other amenities . She also mentioned that the previous station was not easily recognizable as a fire station unless the bay doors were open . With the new station , people will be more aware of its presence and feel assured knowing that help is nearby if needed . Shane Gremillion , the DPW project manager , stated that the completion of the fire station is a significant achievement for the installation , and it was worth all the hard work . For those interested in touring the new fire station , they can call 337 - 531 - 7247 .
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