2007 news archive

Ambassador Kirby Attends Opening of Basarabeasca Fire and Rescue Station Renovated with U.S. Assistance

February 27, 2007

Newly-renovated Basarabeasca Fire and Rescue Station

Thanks to their newly-renovated Basarabeasca Fire and Rescue Station, the firefighters and rescue workers of Basarabeasca are now better able to respond to natural and manmade disasters that may occur—making life more secure for the 28,000 inhabitants of the region.  

The renovation project was funded by the U.S. European Command Humanitarian Assistance Program and administered by the Office of Defense Cooperation, which is attached to the U.S. Embassy in Moldova.  The United States spent almost $270,000 on this project:  $232,000 for the renovation itself, plus a separate donation of $35,000 to cover furniture and firefighting equipment.

The official opening of the renewed Basarabeasca Fire and Rescue Station took place on February 27, 2007.  U.S. Ambassador Michael Kirby delivered a speech (more…) during the opening ceremony.  Interior Minister Papuc and other Moldovan officials also participated in the ceremony.