Cranbrook Fire and Emergency Services now have more space for firefighter training after gaining access to the former Claydon Villa building.
The building is vacant and set to be demolished later this spring. The space gives firefighters a realistic place to practise emergency scenarios and improve their skills.
“The building offers a valuable and unique training environment for our firefighters. Training in a new location allows our crews to enhance their operational readiness, practice realistic emergency scenarios, and further strengthen their skills, which directly contribute to increasing community safety,” said Scott Driver, Cranbrook Fire Chief.
Residents nearby may notice increased activity, including fire crews, multiple fire apparatus and equipment on site. All training is controlled and planned to keep firefighters and the public safe.
“These training exercises are planned and controlled, ensuring the ongoing safety of our firefighters and neighbouring property owners and residents,” said Driver.
The Aq’amtnam Housing Society is being thanked for allowing Cranbrook Fire and Emergency Services to use the building before the society repurposes the site into a new housing development.
“We extend our deepest thanks to the Aq’amtnam Housing Society for their generosity and collaboration on this unique training opportunity,” said Driver.
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