Community
14 December, 2022
New $2M Home For Local Firefighters
DOUGLAS firefighters have a new base to protect our community after a new $2 million Mossman Fire and Rescue Station was officially opened.
Douglas Shire Councillors joined Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan MP, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Deputy Commissioner Mike Wassing and Member for Cook Cynthia Lui MP at the official opening last month.
The new state-of-the-art facility includes two appliance bays, equipment and breathing apparatus rooms and practical training area.
The former station built in 1948 was no longer fit for purpose. Deputy Commissioner Wassing said the updated facility would better enable firefighters to work hand-in-hand with the Mossman community to prevent and respond to disasters.
“This is an exciting and important development for the area and the new station will help us continue to meet the growing needs of the community,” he said.
“The range of incidents Mossman firefighters respond to is vast and this new station is equipped with the latest tools and technology to ensure we continue to meet the needs of the community.
“I give my sincere thanks to Kevin and Danielle Bellero who assisted the Mossman crew during times of need. Their support guaranteed the continuation of Mossman Fire and Rescue station’s first-class service.”
