HOPKINSVILLE, KY – The City of Hopkinsville is excited to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Fire Station 5, a critical step toward enhancing public safety and emergency response in the community.
The ceremony will take place on Friday, Nov. 8, at 10:30 a.m. at 101 Walton Way. The City of Hopkinsville invites all residents, local leaders, and community partners to join in celebrating this milestone.
For the first time in 24 years, the city is expanding its fire protection facilities, marking a significant commitment to safeguarding the lives, property, and well-being of Hopkinsville residents. The addition of Fire Station 5 will allow the Hopkinsville Fire Department to improve response times and offer increased coverage, ensuring a quicker, more effective response in emergency situations. This expansion is a testament to the City’s unwavering dedication to public safety and readiness.
Mayor Knight expressed excitement about the new development, saying, “The addition of Fire Station 5 demonstrates our city’s proactive approach to meeting the needs of our growing community. It reinforces our commitment to providing the highest level of emergency response and support for our residents and businesses.”
Fire Chief Steve Futrell emphasized the operational improvements that the new station will provide, saying, “With the addition of Fire Station 5, we are better positioned to protect and serve our community, with enhanced reach and resources that allow us to respond more swiftly and effectively.”
The City of Hopkinsville extends an invitation to all community members to attend the groundbreaking ceremony and be part of this event. Attendees will hear from city officials, including the Mayor and Fire Chief, who will share more about the vision and importance of this expansion for Hopkinsville’s future.
Please join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter for public safety in Hopkinsville. Together, we are building a safer, stronger community.