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A Six Nations fire station was forced to close, causing delays in the region, following a rampant introduction during which thieves attempted to steal fire trucks, causing over $ 200,000 in damages .
The Six Nations Fire Service announced Tuesday that the number three fire station at 2134 Cayuga Road will be closed for an indefinite period.
"A burglary took place at the station and thieves broke through a security fence and a double concrete block wall, located at the back of the fire station.
"Once inside, the thieves stole all the equipment from two fire trucks and tried to steal the fire trucks, which damaged them a lot."
According to officials, initial estimates indicate that the value of thefts and damages exceeds $ 200,000.
"Until the station and the trucks can be repaired and the highly specialized equipment is replaced, we will not be able to reopen the No. 3 fire station," the fire department said.
Officials say they are working to replace the "highly specialized" equipment housed inside the station. (Google)
Officials announce delays in emergency response in the fire station district, including:
- River Range Road
- Oneida Rd
- Cayuga Road (north of the 4th line)
- Onondaga Road (north of the 4th line)
- Tuscarora Road (north of the 5th line)
- 6th line (east of Tuscarora Road)
- 5th line (east of Tuscarora Road)
- 4th line (East of Onondaga Road)
The fire department said it appreciated the fundraising offers, but "we can badure everyone that we can recover from this incident independently".
Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call the Six Nations Police at 519-445-2811.
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