After gaining approval from the Excelsior Springs City Council in December, the Excelsior Springs Fire Department (ESFD) has been diligently working towards the establishment of an onsite modular or prop training facility.Significant progress has been achieved and ESFD is aiming to have the facility mostly functional by the end of October.This innovative modular facility is ingeniously crafted from 11 Conex containers, creating a versatile interior that can be effortlessly reconfigured to replicate a wide range of emergency scenarios. The design aims to authentically simulate real- life situations, providing an invaluable training ground for personnel to effectively prepare for any potential crisis.“This will not only keep staff members up to date on training but more importantly, help to keep them safe,” stated ESFD Training Chief John Potter. “This, in turn, will provide better services and safety to the community as well.”The i...