Hawaiʻi County signed a five-year lease at 1382 Kīlauea Ave. in Hilo for the temporary relocation of fire personnel and equipment from the Central Fire Station.

Built in 1939, the station, which houses eight personnel per shift and five vehicles, including a fire engine and an advanced life support ambulance, is the County’s oldest and needs significant repairs.

The lease for the temporary location is effective April 1 or the date of occupancy, whichever is later. It may be extended twice by five-year terms.

After the crew members relocate, the Department of Public Works’ Building Division will conduct repairs to the Central Fire Station, located at 466 Kinoʻole St., to preserve the integrity of the building’s exterior. This work involves replacing the existing roof, repairing the plaster coating on the exterior walls, structural repairs on the hose tower, and removing most of the plaster from the ceiling.

Prior to the move, improvements will be made to the temporary location such as adding showers, a dorm area, and other upgrades.

No emergency services will be available at the Central Fire Station following the relocation.

Photo credit: Hawaiʻi County Mayor’s Office