COLUMBUS, Ohio — Today, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will join Ohio Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon at the State Fire Marshal Campus for a groundbreaking ceremony commemorating the construction of the Ohio Fire Academy’s new search and rescue house.
The highly anticipated event marks a significant milestone in enhancing firefighter and EMS training in the state. The new facility, once fully operational, will serve as a premier training center, equipping thousands of students each year with essential skills and providing them with a realistic environment to practice various rescue scenarios.
The Ohio Fire Academy Groundbreaking Ceremony will be attended by prominent figures in Ohio’s firefighting and emergency response community. Alongside Governor Mike DeWine, Director Sherry Maxfield and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon, Deputy State Fire Marshal Richard Sluder, as well as State Fire Marshal Bureau Chiefs and Staff, will also be present to mark this auspicious occasion.
The Division of State Fire Marshal, located at 8895 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068, will serve as the venue for the ceremony. This state-of-the-art facility will soon serve as a hub of innovation and excellence, nurturing the skills and capabilities of Ohio’s firefighting personnel.
The groundbreaking ceremony signifies Ohio’s commitment to prioritizing the safety and preparedness of its first responders. By providing an advanced training environment, the state aims to ensure that its firefighters and EMS professionals are well-equipped to handle the diverse challenges they may encounter in their line of duty.
As the construction of the Ohio Fire Academy’s search and rescue house commences, the state anticipates a future with more skilled and proficient emergency response teams, ready to protect and serve the communities they diligently serve.
