New Fire Sttion 4 — The building design for the new Florence Fire Station 4 (Florence Fire Department)

A major upgrade is on the way for Florence as plans move forward for a new fire station. This $4.4 million addition to the city will provide firefighters with modern facilities and a lot more space.

The new station will be located at 3250 Mahogany Avenue, approximately four blocks from the current station in a residential neighborhood.

Construction is set to start on March 17. Keep reading for more details on the city’s latest project.

Florence Fire Station 4

Current Fire Station 4 — The old, outdated Florence Fire Station 4 being replaced (Florence Fire Department)

The construction for the new station 4 is set to begin in March and is estimated a 14-month completion date. The new station will be able to house up to 4 fire trucks and is a total of 8575 sq ft. The new building is set to have many advanced designs and some very advanced technology, with plenty of room for the station to grow in the future.

“The new fire station will feature some of the latest technology features incorporated into the design, list High speed internet, security systems, fire sprinkler system, radio and dispatch systems, diesel exhaust ventilation system, ventilated fire gear storage room, laundry room commercial washer and dryer designed for cleaning fire turnout gear, classroom, gym, 4 separate bunkrooms, a male and female locker room, backup generator and an area of refuge inside the building.”

Deputy Chief, Greg Angus

The new fire station was designed by GMC, Goodwyn Mills Cawood out of Huntsville and H&N construction was awarded the contract to build the new facility. Since the new building will be located within a residential neighborhood, the design of the station was selected to be in line with the homes in the neighborhood.

The current station, which has served the community since 1964, is beginning to show its age. Limited space, outdated equipment, and very crowded living quarters has taken a strain on the firefighters. While the current station has done its best to operate efficiently, the aging facility no longer meets the needs of the growing community.

“The current fire station was completed in 1964, very crowded living quarters, only has housing for one fire apparatus with a low profile. The current truck at station 4 had to be designed and built with a low profile just to fit inside the station. Fire Apparatus are much large and complex than they were in 1964 when the current station was built.”

Deputy Chief, Greg Angus

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