Safety concerns causes Magnolia Fire Station No. 186 to temporarily suspend operation

A recent assessment of Magnolia Fire Department Station No. 186 has caused the station to temporarily close, citing safety concerns, the department announced in an April 17 news release.

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The department is working towards rehabilitation of the station to allow crews to “safely return to the site in the near future,” as stated in the release.

While the station is temporarily closed, the crews assigned to Station No. 186 will be split between Station No. 182 and Station No. 185, per the release. Emergency response operations are expected to continue without interference.

“The Magnolia Fire Department remains committed to protecting both its personnel and the community, and appreciates the public’s support and understanding during this transition,” Magnolia Fire Department officials said via news release.

Community Impact has reached out to the Magnolia Fire Department for additional comment.