Today, Mayor Alex Nuttall and Fire Chief Kevin White helped to officially open Barrie Fire and Emergency Service (BFES) Station 6 in southeast Barrie. Located at the corner of Mapleview Drive East and Prince William Way, the new fire station will meet the emergency services needs of the growing population in Barrie's southeast area.
"The opening of Station 6 is a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance public safety," said Mayor Alex Nuttall. "Strategically located to serve the southeast area of Barrie, Station 6 will reduce response times, providing better protection for residents and businesses in the area. Thank you to everyone involved in bringing this project to fruition, from our city staff to the design and construction teams and our dedicated firefighters."
The state-of-the-art facility is equipped with modern firefighting equipment and technology, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency services. The construction incorporated sustainable design elements, including energy-efficient systems. The building is electrically powered and solar energy-ready, which will reduce operational costs and minimize the carbon emissions of the new facility. The station incorporates individual pod rooms with lockers and washrooms.
“This station is a critical addition to our emergency infrastructure and will help Barrie Fire and Emergency Service meet the city council-mandated six-minute road travel time, 90 per cent of the time, on emergency calls,” said Chief Kevin White. “Twenty firefighters have been hired to staff the new station which includes a garage bay with space for two aerial fire trucks.”
Barrie Fire will host a public Open House at Fire Station 6 on Friday, November 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will include station tours, opportunities to meet the firefighters, safety tips for holiday decorating and cooking, and a chance to check out the fire trucks and equipment up close.
Barrie Fire Station 6 is located at 845 Mapleview Drive East.
