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Cambridge’s new Fire Station 6 offi cially The modern fi re hall is about 9,300 square feet with two double
opens with traditional ceremony bays that can accommodate up to four fi re trucks. Initially, it
will have two fi re trucks. Twenty new fi refi ghters have been
The city’s fi rst new fi re station in over 35 year offi cially opened hired to help resource the new state-of–the-art, LEED Silver
on September 4th during a dedication ceremony.
facility. The new energy effi cient facility includes an open
concept design with natural lighting and exterior LED lighting.
Station 6, located at the corner of Maple Grove Road and City Manager Gary Dyke thanked the project team and City
Boxwood Drive, will primarily serve the growing north end and Council for adopting a ten- year Master Plan for Fire and
improve fi re service and emergency response across the city.
Emergency Services in 2013.
“This is an important addition “This new building was a big part of that plan in terms of
to the community and will the long-term protection of our community,” he said. “This
be integral to the safety and facility is vital due to the growing residential and industrial
security of our residents,” subdivisions in this area and the growth of Cambridge in
Mayor Doug Craig. “This newest general.”
fi re station will enhance the
already exceptional fi re service In 1973, Cambridge had 74,000 residents and the fi re department
being provided to our residents. answered 2,000 calls annually. The city’s population is now
Thank you to our fi refi ghters over 130,000 and the department answered more than 7,300
who put their lives on the line to ensure our safety.”
calls for assistance last year alone.
As is tradition among fi re departments across the globe, “This is an exciting and proud day for the fi re department,” said
Chaplain Stephen Berryman blessed the new building. The Fire Chief Neil Main. “It is an honour to serve our residents.
ceremonial uncoupling of a fi re hose was performed to signify This is all about making sure that help gets there fast when
the opening of the new station.
you need it.”
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