Brevard County Fire Rescue Breaks Ground on New Fire Station 40 on North Merritt Island

will improve response times, ensure quicker access

BREVARD COUNTY • MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA — Brevard County Fire Rescue, alongside county leadership and Space Coast community members, recently gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Fire Station 40 in North Merritt Island.

The event marked the start of a project aimed at strengthening emergency services and meeting the needs of a growing population.

The station’s location was carefully chosen to provide a more centralized response point for the surrounding area.

This strategic placement is expected to improve response times and ensure quicker access to neighborhoods experiencing both recent and future development.

In addition to its operational benefits, the new facility will offer expanded space for essential apparatus and equipment, as well as a more comfortable and functional environment for the dedicated personnel who serve the community.

The project reflects the county’s ongoing commitment to public safety and readiness.

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