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Press release from Humboldt Bay Fire:

Humboldt Bay Fire (HBF) regrets to announce the temporary closure of Fire Station 3, located at 2905 Ocean Ave., in Eureka for the unforeseeable future following significant damage caused by recent winter storm.

A fallen tree impacted the station, resulting in the loss of gas and power, as well as structural damage to the station. The incident has also disrupted communications, as Station 3 houses key radio repeater equipment critical to operations in the central area of the City of Eureka.

To ensure uninterrupted emergency response, personnel from Station 3 have been temporarily reassigned to HBF’s four remaining fire stations as well as mitigated all communication issues.

Humboldt Bay Fire is committed to maintaining the high level of service our community expects and deserves. HBF is working closely with partners, including Eureka Police and Fire Dispatch and Pacific Gas & Electrical (PG&E), to assess the damage, restore utilities, and safely return the station to full operation as quickly as possible.

As a safety reminder during these ongoing winter storms, residents are urged to stay clear of downed power lines and report them immediately by calling 911 for emergency response. Humboldt Bay Fire appreciates the community’s understanding and support during this time.

We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. For more information, contact:

Humboldt Bay Fire
533 C Street, Eureka, CA 95501
Phone: (707) 441-4000
Email: Infor@hbfire.org
Website: www.hbfire.org