Portland Fire and Rescue’s Station 28, serving neighborhoods like Hollywood and Rose City Park, was built in 1913 and remains the city’s oldest operating fire station. After a 21-year closure, it reopened following a major renovation and expansion completed in 2005, blending historic character with modern needs, as reported by the Portland Fire and Rescue.
Station 28 also played an important role in firefighter development through the former Portland Fire Cadet Program. Its crew responds to medical and fire emergencies across residential and commercial areas, including Interstate 84, the TriMet MAX line, and sections of the Union Pacific Railroad, as stated by the Portland Fire and Rescue.
According to the Portland Fire and Rescue on their Facebook page, Station 28 engages with the community through safety education at local schools, participation in Independence Day and Halloween parades, and its connection to the nearby Hollywood Theater. The station, in operation for more than a century, continues to serve as an active part of the city’s emergency response system while supporting community safety and education.
