Have you ever been to a primary care doctor and wondered why they focus on treating symptoms instead of addressing the root cause of your illness? Rather than take a patient-centered approach to address questions like, “Why are you ill?” they prescribe medications that alleviate symptoms but don’t do much to solve the underlying issue that’s causing you to be sick.
When you have a runny nose, you’re handed an antihistamine. When you have high cholesterol or high blood pressure, you’re prescribed a pill that treats the number. The truth is that this approach only tackles your symptoms. When the root cause isn’t fixed, your symptoms can get exponentially worse. Remember - your body’s dysfunction isn’t due to your meds not working.
This begs the question: Wouldn't you rather address the underlying cause of your health concerns so you can experience long-term relief? As a naturopathic doctor in Potrero, CA, Dr. Erica Oberg takes a functional approach to medicine and well-being instead of treating the symptoms her patients endure.
Health is a state of vibrant vitality, abundant energy, and positive affect. It can be learned, cultivated, and practiced by everyone. Dr. Oberg's approach to health and medicine combines the rigors of science with the wisdom of nature and our bodies. She is passionate about helping people experience a higher level of health and vitality. As such, her clinical practice focuses on preventing, reversing, and taming chronic disease, neuro-degeneration, and anti-aging.
Dr. Oberg specializes in nutrition & lifestyle, IV therapy, and identifying the underlying causes of disease using advanced testing and creating customized treatment plans to help individuals dial in their lifestyle, dietary supplements, peptides, bioidentical hormones, anti-aging pharmaceuticals, and more. If you’re looking for individualized, science-based, proactive functional, integrative, or natural medicine, we believe you’ll resonate with Dr. Oberg and work your way through life’s challenges with help from our functional medicine clinic in Potrero, CA.
Dr. Oberg and her team of licensed providers specialize in a range of naturopathic and science-based services, including but not limited to:
If you're ready to reclaim your vitality and learn more about Dr. Oberg's approach to health and medicine, we make it easy to get started. The first step is to have a complimentary 15-minute phone call to ask questions and determine if her approach is a good fit. Once Dr. Oberg understands your health needs and goals, your journey to optimal health and wellness truly begins.
Now that you know more about what makes Dr. Oberg different from other physicians, let's dig a little deeper into some of the most popular programs and clinical services offered at her functional medicine clinic.
As people get older, many things change in life. Often, those changes are good, like having more self-control, financial freedom, and patience. Others are hard to deal with, especially when they're out of our control. Like all things in life, our hormones change when we get older. These fluctuations can cause problems for both men and women, including:
If those symptoms sound familiar, you're not alone. A 2019 American Psychological Association survey found that almost half of women aged 30 to 60 in the US have experienced symptoms of a hormonal imbalance. Of course, as men age, they suffer from imbalanced hormones, too. Research from BodyLogicMD states that nearly 38% of males in America aged 45 and older have a testosterone deficiency.
The good news is that balancing your hormones and addressing the root cause of your symptoms doesn’t have to be hard. It’s a realistic goal with Dr. Oberg by your side. As a functional medicine doctor in Potrero, CA, she can help your body metabolize and detoxify both your own hormones and the endocrine-disrupting chemicals infiltrating your life. When your hormones are in harmony, you experience improved energy, mood, and overall health – and that’s something to be excited about.
Our comprehensive Three-Month Hormone Balancing Program is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to take control of your hormonal health. This is no "one-and-done service" - it's a holistic journey that spans three transformative months, offering the support and guidance to become confident, capable, and healthier than ever. Features of our hormone balancing program include:
You will receive support throughout your journey from Dr. Oberg, who will provide healthcare services, and our health coaches, who offers personalized coaching tailored to your specific needs.
Nutrition has a significant impact on hormonal health. A customized hormone-balancing diet plan will be provided to help nourish the body optimally based on individual goals.
We provide a range of practical strategies and tips for regulating hormone balance through your nervous system. These techniques aim to empower you to take control of your well-being.
When appropriate, we’ll prescribe you hormone replacement therapy (HRT), testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), or growth hormone peptide therapy to help balance your hormones.
At our functional medical office, we make it a point to correct the root causes of our patient's problems. We don't treat symptoms - but we do use them to figure out the underlying issues you're facing. If you notice any of the following symptoms, it could be time to consider HRT.
When you mention hormone replacement therapy, most people think the treatment is exclusively for females going through menopause. While that's partially true - HRT can relieve night sweats, hot flashes, and other menopause-related problems - men also deal with imbalanced hormones.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in male sexual health. Low levels can result in decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and other sexual performance issues. Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection may be a sign of imbalanced hormones or low testosterone levels.
When your sleep patterns change - like when you have trouble falling or staying asleep - it could be a sign of a hormone imbalance. Testosterone is involved in regulating the sleep cycle, and insufficient levels of it can disrupt quality rest.
Imbalances in hormones can affect mental health and mood. If a man shows signs of irritability, mood swings, or depression, it could indicate low testosterone or other hormonal issues. Hormone replacement therapy can help regulate mood by balancing your hormone levels.
Menopause happens when a woman has not had a menstrual cycle for at least 12 consecutive months. It is a result of declining sex hormone levels, causing the ovaries to stop releasing egg cells. During menopause, women face a range of challenges.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in male sexual health. Low levels can result in decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and other sexual performance issues. Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection may be a sign of imbalanced hormones or low testosterone levels.
Irregular menstrual cycles are a common sign that women are nearing menopause, and their hormone levels may be shifting. The frequency of their periods may increase or decrease, and the amount of bleeding could be more or less than usual, while also lasting for a shorter or longer time.
Hot flashes are perhaps the most well-known symptom of menopause and a frequent sign that a woman's hormones are imbalanced. Hot flashes are sudden feelings of warmth and sweating that are usually most intense on your face, neck, and chest.
Don't let hormone imbalances dictate your life. Take the first step towards reclaiming your balance, energy, and vitality. By working together with Dr. Oberg and her team, you can unlock the path to a healthier, more harmonious you.
When you choose Dr. Oberg as your naturopathic doctor in Potrero, CA, a new world of healthy living and wellness options are at your disposal. One of the most popular and effective ways to give your body the goodness it needs is with custom IV therapy at our functional medicine office.
Customized IV therapy from Dr. Oberg is all about tailoring your treatment to meet your health goals and needs. Unlike one-size-fits-all IV clinics, our team considers factors like nutrient deficiencies, hydration levels, and overall health to create a customized infusion. This personalized approach gives you better and more applicable results, whether you're looking to get a boost of energy, fortify your immune system, or get relief from a specific ailment.
Your custom IV therapy begins with a consultation with Dr. Oberg. During your initial meeting, we’ll get a better sense of what your brain and body needs. From there, we’ll create a custom infusion for you – not just a formula that matches your height, weight, and age.
Our IV drip therapy menu includes infusions such as:
IV therapy is considered one of the best ways to get the nutrients and immune-boosting goodness your body needs because it gives you a more direct, efficient means of delivery. Unlike oral supplement, which often falls short due to digestive limitations, IV therapy ensures swift and comprehensive nutrient absorption. Some of the biggest benefits of IV therapy from a functional medicine doctor in Potrero, CA include the following:
IV fluids and electrolytes rapidly hydrate your body, providing an efficient remedy for dehydration resulting from illness, physical activity, or excessive alcohol intake.
IV treatment is able to increase energy and fight tiredness, which can make you feel re-energized.
IV infusions containing immune-enhancing vitamins and antioxidants can fortify your immune system and assist in recovering from illness.
IV therapy containing growth factors, exosomes, and vitamins is effective in improving the health and appearance of the skin and hair. These components complement hair and facial microneedling treatments exceptionally well.
IV therapy can help reduce the symptoms of toxic exposure, like headaches, nausea, fatigue, and dehydration, whether it's from a basic hangover or prolonged exposure to molds, heavy metals, or other toxins.
Dr. Oberg’s personalized IV infusions can serve as an initial boost for making lifestyle changes and play a role in a sustained plan to control persistent conditions like diabetes, autoimmune disorders, cancer, heart disease, and others.
Support Mitochondria function and Anti-aging
Dr. Oberg offers carefully sourced and research backed regenerative therapies such as exosome and stem cell infusions. These can be powerful options for people recovering from chronic infections such as long COVID or Epstein Barr or Lyme. They are also powerful for neuro-regeneration and we frequently use them in stroke recovery and for traumatic brain injury.
Dr. Oberg offers personalized IV micronutrient therapy tailored to address specific nutritional deficiencies, hydration needs, and overall health. This therapy is based on advanced testing that evaluates your cells' nutrient levels. Whether you need more energy, a stronger immune system, or relief from different health issues, IV drip therapy can be customized to help you rediscover the very best version of yourself.
As we get older, our bodies experience a range of changes that affect our health and appearance. These changes are primarily caused by issues with mitochondria and cellular aging. However, there have been significant developments in regenerative medicine, offering the potential to turn back the hands of time and improve health. Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Oberg to begin your journey with regenerative medicine.
Regenerative medicine is an exciting, innovative field that centers on activating your body's innate regenerative abilities to repair and revitalize tissues, cells, and organs. Its focus is on improving your body's natural healing processes to counteract the impacts of aging and different health issues. If you find that old, nagging injuries won’t go away or that fine lines and wrinkles have become overwhelming, anti-aging medicine from a functional medicine doctor in Potrero, CA may be perfect for you.
At our naturopathic medical office, we use treatments like IV therapy, hormone replacement therapy, and Peptide Therapy to manage a broad array of health and aesthetic concerns. These treatments can aid in tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and enhancement of cellular function.
Anti-aging services offered at our functional medicine clinic include the following:
Peptides are fundamental components of proteins and play a crucial role in various biological processes, such as the aging process. Dr. Oberg offers peptide treatments to help counteract age-related decline, enhance muscle growth and performance, improve skin health, and more.
When you bring your hormones back into balance, you can fight back against issues such as fatigue, mood swings, reduced libido, and even erectile dysfunction.
Replenish vital nutrients, antioxidants, and hydration for improved energy levels, skin health, and immune support.
Exosomes are tiny vesicles generated from mesenchymal stem cells. These vesicles serve as powerful communicators, transmitting signals to various tissues in the body. Their main function is to trigger healing, regeneration, and repair processes, mimicking the actions of younger cells. They are considered to be one of the most effective strategies for combating the aging process.
When nutrition guidance, lifestyle adaptations, and powerful supplements are combined with naturopathic medical therapies from Dr. Oberg, you can reverse chronic diseases in your life and reach your anti-aging goals.
Our goal with regenerative medicine treatments is to rejuvenate deteriorating or aging tissue. Our approach to treatment centers on fixing and reversing damage instead of solely addressing symptoms like pain. Regenerative medicine harnesses the power of healthy cells to renew and restore function by enhancing the body's innate capacity for self-healing.
Dr. Oberg uses regenerative medicine to treat a range of issues, both aesthetic and injury-related, including the following:
Experience the future of anti-aging and regenerative medicine with Dr. Erica Oberg. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and embark on your journey to a healthier, more youthful you.
When you visit our functional medicine clinic, you can rest easy knowing Dr. Erica Oberg uses her unique skills, knowledge, and naturopathic principles for the betterment of your health and well-being. Unlike many traditional primary care providers, our team combines the best aspects of traditional wisdom and modern scientific medicine to diagnose, treat, and prevent chronic diseases.
You don't have to worry about us suggesting addictive pain medications or treatments that simply mask your aesthetic or medical challenges. Instead, our goal is to address the underlying factors holding you back. If you're ready to take the first step toward purposeful progress and healthy living, contact us today.
Reading Time: 2 minutesHead outdoors this Friday, Nov. 24 for “Green Friday”. County Parks and Recreation is again hosting the annual holiday to encourage more quality time together outside on the day after Thanksgiving.Parking fees will be waived that day so visitors can picnic, play and explore 380 miles of trails at dozens of County parks without worrying about fees!So go green. Plan your own adventure or attend one of several events planned throughout the holiday weekend. Events are active, educational a...
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Head outdoors this Friday, Nov. 24 for “Green Friday”. County Parks and Recreation is again hosting the annual holiday to encourage more quality time together outside on the day after Thanksgiving.
Parking fees will be waived that day so visitors can picnic, play and explore 380 miles of trails at dozens of County parks without worrying about fees!
So go green. Plan your own adventure or attend one of several events planned throughout the holiday weekend. Events are active, educational and open to residents and visitors of all ages, interests and abilities.
Mountain Biking with a Ranger Noon – 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 24 Morrison Pond County Preserve, 5102 Sweetwater Road, Bonita, CA 91902 | 619-472-7572
Join a ranger-led mountain bike ride along the river, through the picturesque Sweetwater Valley. BYOB (bike) for this wheeled adventure, which will include safety information and fun facts about the land and local wildlife.
Star Party 6 – 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 24 Sycamore Canyon (Highway 67 Staging Area), 13898 CA-67, Lakeside, CA 92040 | 858-513-4737
Join park rangers and the San Diego Astronomy Association for an evening of stargazing and out-of-this-world educational fun. Peer through giant telescopes to learn about the planets and stars above. Warm clothing and flashlights are encouraged. If you plan to stay for 2 hours, pack chairs and blankets. Inclement weather will cancel.
Junior Rangers: Trees and Leaves 2 – 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 25Potrero County Park 24800 Potrero Park Drive, Potrero, CA 91963 | 619-478-5212
Learn about the seeds, leaves and the many parts of trees! Make a craft or a gift for our feathered friends while discovering the creatures that make their homes in and around roots, trunks and branches. This hands-on, all supplies provided workshop is designed for youth ages 5 to 12.
Kumeyaay Nature Hike 4 – 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 25Potrero County Park 24800 Potrero Park Drive, Potrero, CA 91963 | 619-478-5212
During this short hike along the Nature Trail, a ranger will discuss the Kumeyaay People who lived on this land many years ago, and the many native plants and animals that inhabit the park.
Get your hands dirty while having fun and exercising your green thumb Thanksgiving weekend. There are more than a dozen opportunities to volunteer to plant trees in local parks.
Please note that days and times are subject to change. Inclement weather will cancel.
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Coyote Fire details as of 8 p.m. FridayThe Coyote Fire in the Potrero area, close to the U.S.—Mexico border has already burned 200 acres.Cal Fire San Diego is fighting a brush fire in Potrero, near the U.S.—Mexico border dubbed the "Coyote Fire" that started burning with a dangerous rate of spread before changing to a "moderate rate of spread" later Thursday afternoon.The fire was reported at around 12:11 p.m. on Coyote Holler Road.As of 8 p.m., Cal Fire reported the fire had burn...
The Coyote Fire in the Potrero area, close to the U.S.—Mexico border has already burned 200 acres.
Cal Fire San Diego is fighting a brush fire in Potrero, near the U.S.—Mexico border dubbed the "Coyote Fire" that started burning with a dangerous rate of spread before changing to a "moderate rate of spread" later Thursday afternoon.
The fire was reported at around 12:11 p.m. on Coyote Holler Road.
As of 8 p.m., Cal Fire reported the fire had burned 400 acres — the same as about three hours earlier — and was 5% contained. One structure and one outbuilding were destroyed in the flames, Cal Fire added.
The agency also said structures in the area of Horizon View, Round Potrero Road and Yerba Santa Road were immediately under threat.
Two air tankers were en route from San Bernardino to help contain the fire, SDSO said. Additional resources are being deployed to the area of Yerba Santa Road, Cal Fire posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.
One firefighter was injured battling the fire but had a minor injury and has since been released from the hospital. Cal Fire San Diego told NBC 7.
Road closures:
Round Potrero Road is closed between Yerba Santa Road to Potrero Valley Road.
Evacuation orders were in place for the area:
The streets under evacuation are Horizon View Drive, Ranch Road, Coyote Holler Road, Round Potrero Road, Yerba Santa Road and Hartley Hill Road, the San Diego County Sheriff's posted.
Many homes spaced far apart could be seen within the map of evacuation orders in the area.
The Mountain Empire Unified School District has voluntarily evacuated Potrero Elementary School out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the availability of school buses and safe transport routes near the fire, according to the Sheriff's Department.
For safety reasons, all schools in the Mountain Empire Unified School District will be closed on Friday, Aug. 18, the San Diego County Office of Education posted on X on Thursday night.
Temporary Evacuation Point:
There is a temporary evacuation point at the Mountain Empire High School parking lot located at 3305 Buckman Springs Rd., Pine Valley, CA 91962.
Animal and livestock owners who have been evacuated from the area can take their animals to the San Diego County Animal Shelter located at 5821 Sweetwater Rd. in Bonita. Animal owners are urged to "drive carefully around deputies and firefighters in the fire area."
The mountains and deserts have been experiencing some mild weather as a heat advisory was in effect for the mountains and an excessive heat warning was in effect for the deserts until 8 p.m. Thursday.
Please refresh this page for updates on this story. Details may change as more information becomes available.
A brush fire driven by intense heat has charred at least 400 acres in the East County area of San Diego.SAN DIEGO — Update:As of 9:32 am on Friday, August 18, CAL Fire reports that the Coyote Fire has now spread to 466 acres and is 10% contained.Evacuation orders as well as warnings are still in place for the area around Potrero. Road closures include the following:Sheriff's Deputies are at the checkpoints and are not allowing anyone through.Evacuees are able to go to a Red Cross shelter at M...
A brush fire driven by intense heat has charred at least 400 acres in the East County area of San Diego.
SAN DIEGO — Update:
As of 9:32 am on Friday, August 18, CAL Fire reports that the Coyote Fire has now spread to 466 acres and is 10% contained.
Evacuation orders as well as warnings are still in place for the area around Potrero. Road closures include the following:
Sheriff's Deputies are at the checkpoints and are not allowing anyone through.
Evacuees are able to go to a Red Cross shelter at Mountain Empire High School, 3305 Buckman Springs Road in Pine Valley.
Those with pets or large animals can take animals to the Department of Animal Services Bonita Shelter at 5821 Sweetwater Road in Bonita.
Original Story from 8/17/2023 at 12:35 pm:
A brush fire in Potrero driven by intense heat prompted authorities to issue evacuations Thursday afternoon.
Cal Fire San Diego was dispatched to the 23600 block of Coyote Holler Road in Potrero around 12:11 p.m. following reports of a structure fire.
Firefighters arrived on the scene and found flames from the structure fire spread to nearby vegetation, prompting a full wildland response to fight flames from Cal Fire San Diego.
The fire was dubbed the 'Coyote Fire' due to its proximity to Coyote Holler Road.
As flames quickly spread through a dry-brush-filled area, flames charred at least 45 acres at a dangerous rate of spread, firefighters reported.
By 5:23 p.m., firefighters estimated the fire had grown to 400 acres, immediately threatening several structures.
The 'Coyote Fire' is 5% contained.
#CoyoteFire [update] The fire remains 400 acres and is now 5% contained. pic.twitter.com/SPhtRBAhD9
— CAL FIRE/SAN DIEGO COUNTY FIRE (@CALFIRESANDIEGO) August 18, 2023
A small plane that crashed on the runway of Ramona Airport, where Cal Fire San Diego Air Operations are based, caused a delay in aerial firefighting operations.
The air attack base reopened for Cal Fire San Diego aircraft around 3:20 p.m., allowing aircraft that drop fire retardant and water to refuel from the Ramona Airport.
No details regarding the plane crash incident were immediately made available.
Officials predicted the fire could grow to anywhere between 100-200 acres.
Credit: CBS 8
Due to the #CoyoteFire, Mountain Empire High School is being used as an evacuation center by the Red Cross.Additionally, for safety reasons, all schools in the Mountain Empire Unified School District will be closed on Friday, Aug. 18.
— San Diego County Office of Education (@SanDiegoCOE) August 18, 2023
This section will be constantly updated to reflect evacuation requests.
According to San Diego's Office of Emergency Services, an evacuation order was issued for homes and other structures along:
#UPDATE A wildfire is burning in Potrero in the area of Coyote Holler Road and Round Potrero Road. An EVACUATION ORDER is in place for those who live in the shaded area of the UPDATED map shown below. #CoyoteFire pic.twitter.com/7TaNq2Id1c
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) August 17, 2023
A map of the evacuation zones can be viewed here.
The evacuation order included dozens of homes.
A temporary evacuation point has been set up at the Mountain Empire High School parking lot at 3305 Buckman Springs Road in Pine Valley.
Animals and livestock were directed to the San Diego County Animal Shelter at 5821 Sweetwater Road in Bonita.
For those who received an evacuation order due to the #CoyoteFire, you can take your animals, including livestock, to the @SanDiegoCounty Animal Shelter at 5821 Sweetwater Road in Bonita. Drive carefully around deputies and firefighters in the fire area as you evacuate. pic.twitter.com/J9meS4CUUs
— San Diego Sheriff (@SDSheriff) August 17, 2023
Authorities closed Round Potrero Road between Yerba Santa Road to Potrero Valley Road due to the active firefight.
More than 180 personnel were dedicated to fighting flames, along with 26 fire engines, two dozers, and four water tenders.
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.
WATCH RELATED: Wildfire on Maui kills at least 6 as it sweeps through historic town
The blaze, called the Coyote Fire, sparked on Coyote Holler Road in the community of Potrero, according to Cal Fire. Kristina Houck, Patch Staff|Updated Sun, Aug 20, 2023 at 11:22 pm PTPOTRERO, CA — A fast-moving wildfire blackened hundreds of acres, forced evacuations and threatened homes Thursday in southeastern San Diego County.The blaze, called the Coyote Fire, sparked at 12:10 p.m. on Coyote Holler Ro...
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
|Updated Sun, Aug 20, 2023 at 11:22 pm PT
POTRERO, CA — A fast-moving wildfire blackened hundreds of acres, forced evacuations and threatened homes Thursday in southeastern San Diego County.
The blaze, called the Coyote Fire, sparked at 12:10 p.m. on Coyote Holler Road in the community of Potrero, according to Cal Fire. As of roughly 8:45 p.m., the fire remained at 400 acres and was 5 percent contained.
Crews on the ground and aboard air tankers and water-dropping helicopters fought the flames as the fire moved with a "dangerous rate of spread" through the afternoon, according to Cal Fire. A total of 180 firefighting personnel were assigned to the fire Thursday evening. Resources included 26 engines, four water tenders, and two dozers.
The San Diego County Sheriff's Department issued an evacuation order for residents on Round Potrero Road between Yerba Santa Road and Potrero Valley Road.
"An evacuation order requires immediate movement out of the affected area due to an imminent threat to life," the order read.
To ensure the availability of school buses and safe transport routes in areas impacted by the fire, the Mountain Empire Unified School District voluntarily evacuated Potrero Elementary School at 24875 Potrero Valley Road, according to the San Diego County Office of Education. All schools in the Mountain Empire Unified School District will be closed on Friday.
"The safety of our students, their families, and our staff remains our top priority, and the district will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as they become available," said Music Watson of the Office of Education.
A temporary shelter was established at the Mountain Empire High School at 3305 Buckman Springs Road in Pine Valley.
The County Department of Animal Services was accepting evacuated animals, including livestock, at the South Shelter at 5821 Sweetwater Road in Bonita, according to the sheriff's department. San Diego Humane Society's Emergency Response Team was activated to support the department with evacuating animals from areas affected by the fire.
Authorities closed Round Potrero Road between Yerba Santa Road and Potrero Valley Road due to the blaze.
"Please drive slowly," officials said on social media. "Watch out for deputies, firefighters and fire equipment."
The San Diego County Air Pollution Control District issued a smoke advisory for parts of southern San Diego County.
As of Thursday afternoon, smoke was blowing toward the northeast, according to the air district. Smoke was impacting areas near Potrero and northeast of the fire, including Mount Laguna and Pine Valley.
"In areas where you smell smoke it is advised that you limit physical/outdoor activity," the advisory read. "If possible, stay indoors to limit your exposure to fine particulate matter and ozone, especially those residents with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children."
The cause of the fire was under investigation.
BEAUMONT, CA — Groundbreaking on a new fire station for Beaumont's west side got underway Tuesday, and, once open, the new facility is expected to improve response times for nearby communities, including Olivewood, Tournament Hills and Tukwet.Fire Station No. 106, also known as the West Side Fire Station, is costing approximately $10 million to build and will be located on the eastern side of Potrero Boulevard, north of state Route 60. Construction is set to begin in a few weeks and the 10,000-square-foot facility on 1.59 acres ...
BEAUMONT, CA — Groundbreaking on a new fire station for Beaumont's west side got underway Tuesday, and, once open, the new facility is expected to improve response times for nearby communities, including Olivewood, Tournament Hills and Tukwet.
Fire Station No. 106, also known as the West Side Fire Station, is costing approximately $10 million to build and will be located on the eastern side of Potrero Boulevard, north of state Route 60. Construction is set to begin in a few weeks and the 10,000-square-foot facility on 1.59 acres is expected to take a year to complete, according to the city.
The station will provide firefighting services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Beaumont contracts for fire services through Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department. Staffing at the new station will include three to four personnel, including a paramedic, according to the city.
The West Side Fire Station crew will be equipped with cardiac monitors, advanced life support medications, intubation equipment, trauma life support equipment, auto extrication tools, and other equipment. The apparatus housed in the facility's large bays will be capable of suppressing structure, wildland, vehicle and other types of fires, according to the city.
Beaumont's fast-paced growth has long necessitated a new fire station, according to the city. Since 2010, the city's population has increased by nearly 15,000 to just over 55,000, U.S. Census Bureau figures show.
"The majority of suburban growth has been in the form of low-density, single-family subdivisions and strip commercial development located away from the city’s original town center. Rapid expansion of the city has increased pressure on local services, including fire services," according to an environmental document published earlier this year for the new fire station.
There are two existing fire stations in Beaumont. Station #66 (628 Maple Avenue) is the city’s primary station. Station #20 (1550 E. 6th Street) is a Cal Fire facility and operational costs are shared by the city, the city of Banning, and Riverside County.
The West Side Fire Station is part of Beaumont's first-ever capital improvement plan and the project took off in 2017 when the city acquired the Potrero Boulevard property site. Many meetings and public hearings for the project ensued in the following years, and in 2019 Beaumont City Council approved the station's conceptual design.
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