MANSFIELD, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Mansfield Fire Department is making big moves in the community with the addition of a new station, improving their fire protection rating from class four to class three.

Mayor Thomas Jones said, "When you go from a four grading to a three, it definitely has a big impact for you. These five years, we're going to be a three, but when we get to the next grading period, we're going to have those things in order to be a one."

An improved protection rating often results in lower property insurance rates which causes everyone to save some money.

"It's a big accomplishment for my employees, the fire department, water department, and all the people who work in those departments. It's also an achievement for this city," said Mayor Jones.

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