Restored fire station in Morongo Valley finds new purpose, providing fire prevention and safety training

MORONGO VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Morongo Valley residents have a new resource in their community.

The Morongo Valley Fire Prevention and Disaster Community Center opened late last month and has already hosted a workshop aimed at promoting fire safety and prevention among the community. Several more community events are planned in the coming months.

The building it occupies is the Morongo Valley Fire Station #2, which sat vacant for years before being restored as a resource for the 5,000 residents within the 32 square miles of its service area.

While the station does not respond to calls, community leaders behind the effort said it's a vital resource for encouraging education on fire safety, like creating defensible space and disaster readiness. The station can also be used as a cooling center during the summer.

Some upcoming workshops include informational panels on California fire insurance. More details on those events can be found here when you scroll down.

News Channel 3 is speaking with residents and organizers about the need for this high desert asset. Stay with us for the latest.