Friday, May 22, 2009

Refurbished And Extended Shannon Fire Station Is Officially Opened

The completion of the extension and upgrade works to Shannon Fire Station will ensure that the town and surrounding areas will continue to be served by a modern quality Fire and Rescue Service for many years to come.

That is according to the Mayor of Clare who was commenting following the official opening of the new extension today. Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Michael Finneran also attended the official opening ceremony.

The new facilities, which were delivered by Kilmihil-based contractor L&M Keating Ltd., include the addition of three extra fire station bays, the development and re-surfacing of the drill yard, and the inclusion of new accommodation facilities for the crew of twelve fire service personnel. The station’s lecture room, office, toilets, showers, and Drying and Breathing Apparatus Equipment rooms have also been upgraded.

CAPTION:
Michael Raftery, Chief Fire Officer, Galway; Pat O'Brien, Chief Fire Officer, Shannon Airport; Jim Tubridy, Sub Officer, Shannon Fire Brigade; and Michael Kiely, Station Officer, Shannon Fire Brigade