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New EMS station breaks ground in Seaport as neighborhood grows
"This station will strengthen our ability to get the right resources to people at the right time, and improve outcomes when every second truly matters."
Construction of a new station for Boston Emergency Medical Services broke ground on Friday, with officials gathering to mark the start of a $16 million project that aims to quicken emergency response times to the neighborhood.
The new ambulance station on the South Boston Waterfront will be located on Dry Dock Avenue in the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park, next to Pier 10, according to the city. The building, which is scheduled to be completed by 2026, will include a two-bay ambulance garage, public restrooms, and a second-floor crew space with a kitchenette, showers, lounge, and gym for EMS personnel.
Over the past 10 years, emergency calls for the South Boston Waterfront area have doubled as the neighborhood has grown, Boston EMS Chief James Hooley noted in a statement.
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“This station will strengthen our ability to get the right resources to people at the right time, and improve outcomes when every second truly matters,” he said.
Mayor Michelle Wu said in a statement that the groundbreaking on the project is evidence of the city’s continued “efforts to protect the health and safety of every Boston resident.”
“As the Seaport and Boston overall continue to grow, this new EMS station ensures we can continue to respond to emergency calls with timely care, as well as providing updated facilities and strong support for our EMTs and Paramedics,” she said.
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The new station will be fully electric as part of Boston’s commitment to climate resilience and officials will pursue LEED certification for the building, according to the city.
The facility will also feature a new paved plaza and a “landscaped parklet” with trees and greenery to enhance the public space, the city said.
“This new South Boston Waterfront EMS station is not just a building—it’s a lifeline for our community,” Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn said in a statement. “As South Boston continues to grow, so does our responsibility to ensure that residents, workers, and visitors have timely access to emergency medical care. This has been years in the making.”
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