Naval Air Facility El Centro will get a new firehouse.

There will be a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.The new $565 million facility will replace two World War II "temporary" facilities that have been in use since 1942. According to NAF El Centro Public Affairs Officer Kristopher Haugh,  The new structure will house the Federal Fire personnel and gear. Local fire departments have been invited to attend the event.