Hongkou Fire Brigade
Hongkou Fire Brigade is a scenic area in Shanghai, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 上海市虹口区虹口消防救援站
- City
- Shanghai
- Coordinates
- 31.2553763, 121.4833616
About Hongkou Fire Brigade
Hongkou Fire Rescue Station in Hongkou District, Shanghai is a comprehensive fire rescue agency in Hongkou District and the oldest existing fire station in the country. It was founded in August 1866. The predecessor was the Shenjiawan Volunteer Fire Brigade established in 1852. It is currently located at the intersection of Wujin Road and Wusong Road in Hongkou District. It is mainly responsible for fire fighting, emergency rescue and other tasks in the jurisdiction. Its jurisdiction covers nearly 10.3 square kilometers in Hongkou, Jing'an and other areas. The station camp building is an outstanding historical protected building in Shanghai, including the country's first fire watchtower (built in 1888). Large-scale renovations were completed in 2007.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I visit Hongkou Fire Brigade with a local guide?
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