Sanibel Fire & Rescue District Station 172 officially reopened following reconstruction after Hurricane Ian destroyed the original facility in 2022. Located at 5171 Sanibel Captiva Road, the station has been operational since earlier this year and was celebrated with a SanCap Chamber ribbon cutting March 27. The rebuilt station features enhanced wind and storm surge protections, upgraded technology and improved dispatch capabilities to support emergency response. The project replaces the 50-year-old station and is designed to allow first responders to remain operational during and after severe weather events, strengthening public safety and long-term resiliency on Sanibel Island.
Sanibel fire station rebuilt, reopens after Ian
Officials and first responders cut the ribbon March 27 to celebrate the reopening of Sanibel Fire & Rescue District Station 172 at 5171 Sanibel Captiva Road. The station was rebuilt after Hurricane Ian destroyed the original facility in 2022 and now features enhanced storm protections and upgraded emergency response capabilities.
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