**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

Oct. 21, 2024

ST. GEORGE —To mark the opening of Fire Station 10, the St. George Fire Department will host a ribbon cutting and open house Oct. 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at its location on 3270 E. Flowers Way. Everyone is invited to celebrate this new, state-of-the-art facility.

“The opening of Fire Station 10 is a testament to our city’s commitment to protecting our residents,” said St. George Mayor Michele Randall. “Providing for the safety of our residents is our top priority as elected officials, and part of that is ensuring that our firefighters have the best resources available. We are excited to open this new station that will be staffed with top-notch fire suppression professionals.”

Station 10 is a significant addition to the City’s emergency response services, with the nearly 13,000 square-foot facility playing a crucial role in the overall emergency response network of St. George. It is equipped with a spacious main building, complemented by a 60-foot auxiliary training tower. This tower will provide firefighters with optimized training opportunities, allowing them to sharpen their skills and stay prepared for any situation.

Station 10 was built at a cost of approximately $6.5 million, utilizing impact fees from new growth. It is strategically located in the southeast region of St. George, and will serve the south block area of the city including the Desert Canyons community and St. George Regional Airport. In addition to response times, Insurance Services Office (ISO) ratings for homeowners and business owners are likely to improve.

“The investment in Fire Station 10 shows that our City Council continues to use a proactive approach to addressing the growing needs of our community,” said Fire Chief Robert Stoker. “This is a significant milestone for our city – not only in terms of safety but for ISO ratings that may result in savings on insurance premiums.”

The ribbon cutting ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m. Following a brief ceremony, a traditional engine “push-in” will take place. Hot dogs and other refreshments will be served while supplies last.

Station 10 is the ninth fire station in the City of St. George and the sixth to be staffed full time.

More information

www.sgcityutah.gov

About the City of St. George

St. George is the largest city in Washington County and the fifth-largest city in Utah with more than 100,000 residents. In recent years, people from across the United States have been attracted to St. George’s world class healthcare, active lifestyle, access to university education and proximity to unrivaled recreation. Scenic beauty abounds throughout the city and region including Snow Canyon State Park, Quail Creek and Sand Hollow Reservoirs and Zion National Park. With an average of about 300 days of sunshine per year, the community welcomes all to live, work, play and eat and experience the ‘Brighter Side’ in St. George, Utah.

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