Escambia County Breaks Ground on "Bradshaw-McNair Fire Station"

On Friday, May 6, Escambia County District 1 Commissioner and Chairman Jeff Bergosh introduced the proclamation naming Escambia County Fire Rescue-Station #2, "The Bradshaw-McNair Fire Station," named after District Chief Dwain S. Bradshaw and long-time Station #2 Chief Steve McNair.

The proclamation was presented during the ECFR-Station #2 groundbreaking ceremony with the families and friends of Dwain S. Bradshaw and Steve McNair in attendance, along with fellow representatives of Escambia County.

On Nov. 6, 2019, Chief Bradshaw tragically was killed in the line of duty while working an active call. Chief Bradshaw is remembered for his years in public service. He served for Escambia County Fire Rescue as a District Chief and Assistant District Chief. Chief Bradshaw also served as a police officer, a veteran of the U.S. Army, the U.S. Army Reserves and the U.S. Air Force Reserves.

Retired District Chief Steve McNair served the citizens of the Beulah community for over 50 years as a volunteer firefighter, mentor, instructor and leader. After a devastating fire destroyed the original Station #2 in 1977, Chief McNair personally helped rebuild the current fire station being used today. He retired from service in October of 2019.

“Today was a tremendous day for our county, the Beulah Community and for ECFR as we broke ground on our newest modern fire facility on Nine Mile Road," said Commissioner Bergosh. "It was also my humble privilege to honor two great families that sacrificed so much for our community and ECFR, and who’s names will forever be honored as the namesakes for this new facility once it is completed. The Bradshaw-McNair Fire station will serve to enshrine the legacy of both Chief Dwain S. Bradshaw, who gave his life for our citizens as he died in the line of duty, and Chief Steve McNair, who gave more than 50 years of service to our community in the fire service. Today was a great day in Escambia County, a day we can all take pride in as we honor and recognize these exceptional individuals and their families.”

The Board of County Commissioners wish to appropriately recognize and memorialize the profound contributions, service, and sacrifices of Chief Bradshaw and Chief McNair with a significant and meaningful honor so that the citizens of Escambia County and the Beulah community will never forget the legacy and contributions of these men and their families.

About ECFR-Station #2

Escambia County Fire Rescue-Station #2, built in 1977, serves the Beulah community and operates as a combination of full-time and volunteer firefighters. The "Bradshaw-McNair Fire Station" will be 14,503 square feet and will have four vehicle bays, including one for EMS. The station will also come equipped with a small community meeting/training room.
 
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ECFR's Tower 7 shooting water while Commissioner Bergosh and guests break ground on the Bradshaw-McNair Fire Station.


Commissioner Bergosh speaking to the attendees during the ceremony.


ECFR Chief Jason Catrambone speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony.


Commissioner Bergosh speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony.


Long-time ECFR Chief Steve McNair speaking to the audience during the ceremony.


Dwain Bradshaw Sr. speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony.


Commissioner Bergosh with State Rep. Michelle Salzman and District 1 School Board member Kevin Adams.


The family of Dwain S. Bradshaw with Commissioner Bergosh.