The Mississippi State Fire Academy (MSFA) is set to undergo substantial improvements, supported by over $2 million in legislative funding.
The upgrades at MSFA in Pearl will enhance the academy’s facilities and services, ensuring top-tier training will continue to be provided and the state’s fire professionals will continue to be supported.
“The Mississippi State Fire Academy is the best in the nation and to continue churning out the best firefighters, we must make improvements to the academy,” Mississippi Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney said. “Thanks to our friends in the legislature, we have the funding to move forward with these projects. The improvements will benefit the students at the MSFA and will benefit their communities when they return from training.”
$2.2 million allocated to MSFA will be used for:
Enhanced Burn Training Facilities
Plans are underway to upgrade and replace the primary burn facility training props. The state fire academy is strategically evaluating potential sources to boost realism, safety, and reliability while reducing maintenance costs and minimizing downtime.
Auditorium Upgrades
Plans are also underway for a new roof and various other enhancements to our main facility for major events. The fire academy is currently assessing options to ensure these upgrades provide a more comfortable and functional space for the wide range of activities and events held on campus.
Advanced Management Platform
The new management platform is nearing completion and is just a couple of months away from going live. This system will streamline internal processes, improve training registration, simplify individual and departmental access to transcripts and certificates, and offer more effective invoicing solutions to align with city and county budgeting.
