Firehouse Stations eNL - Oct 17th, 2023
 
 
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October 17, 2023

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FEATURES
Janet Wilmoth provides a behind-the-scenes look at this year's Station Design Awards judging of 64 new or renovated public safety facilities.
As the project’s eyes and ears, the construction manager is the primary point of contact between the owner and project team.
Craig Carter offers insight on how to alter your existing fire station to reduce sleep deprivation.
Mike Scott explains the pros and cons of five designs for areas where firefighters sleep and shower.
IN QUARTERS
The wood-framed Fire Station No. 2 is designed to remain operational during hurricane-force conditions.
Utilizing a holistic design approach, Hot Zone design strategies in Fire Station No. 9 organize areas according to their level of exposure to carcinogens.
An engine, a ladder truck, ATVs, boats, trucks and an ambulance are housed in the station's four drive-through apparatus bays.
During renovation, the first floor of the existing station was converted into a larger conference room and two offices for the lead fire personnel.
STATION NEWS
The Windsor, MO fire engine sustained extensive damage in a crash.
Interim Fire Chief Steve Breitfelder said responses have skyrocketed in Cincinnati's Westwood area and a new station and staffing is needed.
The groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of an ambitious plan to replace all four of Middletown's outdated fire stations over the next two years.