MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE HOSTS ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT ON MARCH 23 AT BIG COPPITT FIRE STATION2/15/2024 BIG COPPITT KEY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue and the Monroe County Firefighters Benevolent Association is hosting their annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 23 at 9 a.m. at the Big Coppitt Fire Station, 28 Emerald Drive. The Easter Bunny will be on-site for pictures after hiding thousands of eggs and one “special” golden egg for kids to find.
Children can tour a fire truck, meet on-duty firefighters, and safely help firefighters put out a pretend house fire. Snow cones and cotton candy will be available, along with fire prevention material. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Animal Farm will also be in attendance. “This is our 14th year hosting this event, and our firefighters look forward to seeing the kids enjoy the morning every year,” said Deputy Fire Chief RL Colina. “Please join our firefighters and the Easter Bunny to hunt for eggs and learn more about fire safety.” For more information, call 305-289-6005 or email moeller-mary@monroecounty-fl.gov.
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MONROE COUNTY, FL – The Monroe County Fire Marshal’s Office wants everyone to have a fun and, most importantly, safe New Years. Please leave fireworks displays to the professionals. “Discharge of fireworks can lead to loss of life and property,” said Monroe County Fire Marshal Craig Marston. “Fireworks can burn as hot as 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, including sparklers, which can cause real damage when not handled properly.” All professional fireworks in unincorporated Monroe County must be permitted through the Monroe County Fire Marshal’s Office. The Fire Marshal’s Office approved the following fireworks displays in unincorporated Monroe County (all times are approximate):
There are additional displays in some municipalities. **If you live near fireworks shows, you may want to soothe your pets and keep them indoors. For more information on fireworks permitting, please visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/fireworks. Monroe County also lists other permitted fireworks displays on this page for reference, including for special events like weddings. MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue graduated its sixth “Hot Shots” class on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023. Class 23-01 includes 22 qualified men and women on their way to becoming career or volunteer firefighters. The graduates successfully completed 456 hours of intensive classroom and rigorous practical training over the past 3.5 months.
Eighteen of the students are residents of Monroe County. The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners continues to support the program that waives the $2,200 tuition fee for qualified Monroe County residents in exchange for a commitment to volunteer or work as a career firefighter anywhere in the Florida Keys for three years. “We are excited to see these students graduate from our Monroe County Fire Academy Hot Shots Program and look forward to them serving in the Florida Keys community in the future,” said Deputy Fire Chief RL Colina. The graduates completed the 17 performance objectives of the firefighter program and are prepared to take the State of Florida Firefighter II examination. To be hired at Monroe County Fire Rescue, a candidate must also complete EMT training. Graduates include Jesus Acosta, Nathan Acosta, Brent Bishop, Dylan Boyd, Connor Burden, Jonathan Diaz, Isaac Duran, Neovaldys Duran, Mikaelle Fundora, Gavin Gonzalez, Fernando Kreitz, Mackenzie Laak, Yosvany Lorenzo, Cole McDaniel, Demetrius Miller, Paul Packert, Victor Pugliese, Ryan Ramos, Chad Rodriguez, Josiah Sisco, Richard Traybsza and Michael Venezia. There are no new classes scheduled at this time at the training academy. More information about the “Hot Shots” program can be found at www.monroecounty-fl.gov/hotshots or email Johnson-Cara@monroecounty-fl.gov. MONROE COUNTY, FL – On Wednesday, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed January 8-12, 2024 as First Responder’s Week in Monroe County.
Monroe County’s first responders include law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, FWC, and dispatchers. First responders undergo significant training and personal sacrifice to respond to emergencies, and they are a vital part of our community in times of crisis. TAVERNIER, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue and Monroe County Parks and Beaches invite the public to take a picture with Santa and meet local firefighters on Saturday, Dec. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. at Harry Harris Park in Tavernier. The first 100 children will receive a frisbee, and there will also be candy canes and fire truck tours in addition to meeting with the “big guy” himself.
“Harry Harris Park got hit pretty bad by this past storm, but we are excited to get the park back to its glory and have Santa visit the fabulous Florida Keys for all of the local children to enjoy,” said Monroe County Parks and Beaches Director John Allen. “We look forward to seeing you then.” Please bring your camera or cell phone if you want a picture with Santa. TAVERNIER, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue and Monroe County Parks and Beaches invite the public to take a picture with Santa and meet local firefighters on Saturday, Dec. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. at Harry Harris Park in Tavernier. The first 100 children will receive a frisbee, and there will also be candy canes and fire truck tours in addition to meeting with the “big guy” himself. “Harry Harris Park got hit pretty bad by this past storm, but we are excited to get the park back to its glory and have Santa visit the fabulous Florida Keys for all of the local children to enjoy,” said Monroe County Parks and Beaches Director John Allen. “We look forward to seeing you then.” Please bring your camera or cell phone if you want a picture with Santa. MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE’S JAKE WERNER TO HONOR THE LATE HERVE THOMAS IN THE BROTHERHOOD RIDE10/12/2023 MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue Firefighter Jake Werner will honor Monroe County Fire Rescue’s fallen brother, Herve Thomas, in the 2023 Brotherhood Ride on Oct. 27, 2023. The Brotherhood Ride consists of firefighters, police officers, and EMS personnel who ride bicycles to honor emergency first responders who have died in the line of duty. Thomas passed away while on duty in May 2021. The organization’s mission is to provide emotional and financial support to the families of fallen heroes. The 2023 ride is dedicated to Florida’s 27 fallen heroes who died in the line of duty in 2022. Werner and others on the team will pedal nine days from Naples to Miami, covering 600 miles, averaging 70-90 miles daily. Werner also rode in the 2022 ride in honor of Thomas.
“Firefighter Werner continues to represent Monroe County Fire Rescue in this ride to remember our fallen heroes across the state and our fallen brother Herve Thomas,” said Monroe County Deputy Fire Chief RL Colina. “We thank Jake for his willingness to participate and represent the Florida Keys in this annual event.” Werner, of Key Largo, knew Thomas and worked with him for more than 10 years and wanted to do this to honor his memory. He has been riding his bike daily, averaging 20-25 miles daily to prepare. To learn more about the Brotherhood Ride, a nonprofit organization, or to contribute to Werner’s fundraising efforts, visit www.brotherhoodride.co GRASSY KEY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue welcomes its sixth “Hot Shots” class to Joe London Fire Academy on Grassy Key. Class 23-01 includes 29 qualified trainees starting the process to become a career or volunteer firefighter. Of the 29 students, 23 are residents of Monroe County. The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners continues to support the program that waives the tuition fee for qualified Monroe County residents in exchange for a commitment to volunteer or work as a career firefighter anywhere in the Florida Keys for three years.
“The ‘Hot Shots’ program provides those within our community looking for a career in fire rescue the ability to complete the program without any debt,” said Deputy Fire Chief RL Colina. “By bringing in homegrown candidates with local family and friend support, we hope to keep the talent we train at the academy serving our Florida Keys’ communities for years to come.” Students who complete the 17 performance objectives of the firefighter program are prepared to take the State of Florida Firefighter II examination. The program finishes on Dec. 15. Classes are held usually once a year. There are no new classes scheduled at this time. More information about the program can be found at www.monroecounty-fl.gov/hotshots or by emailing Johnson-Cara@monroecounty-fl.gov. MONROE COUNTY, FL – On Sept. 2, Monroe County Fire Rescue Deputy Chief R.L. Colina accepted a $39,295 grant for a set of extrication tools, including a Hurst Cutter, Spreader, and Ram by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Manager of Development and Outreach Nancy Palmer. The award was presented during the Heroes Salute Celebration at the Hawks Cay Resort following the Heroes Salute 5K Run/Walk. Several Monroe County firefighters participated in the run.
“When minutes count, having the right tools in the right hands makes all the difference, and we are thankful to the Foundation and our nearest Firehouse Subs in Kendall for the donation,” said Colina. “This critical equipment will allow our County’s first responders to be better prepared in emergencies and protect the citizens and visitors of the Florida Keys to the best of our abilities.” The equipment obtained through this grant will reduce extrication time during motor vehicle accidents. Accessing vehicle occupants quickly to provide needed medical care and transport to critical care increases the victim’s survivability. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has donated to Monroe County Fire Rescue several times when the County needs critical equipment. To learn more about Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, visit FirehouseSubsFoundation.org. MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue established a Peer Support and Critical Incident Stress Management Program for all local fire departments throughout the Florida Keys, the dispatch center, and during an EOC activation.
Peer support can help firefighters reduce stress and anxiety and mitigate post-traumatic stress and suicidal thoughts that first responders can sometimes experience after responding to traumatic calls or other incidents. The program can help local first responders take better care of themselves and resume their mission to serve others after a traumatic experience. "We are proud to work with industry leaders in strengthening our firefighters' wellness, safety, and health," said Deputy Fire Chief R.L. Colina. "Our team has worked incredibly hard to ensure we are prepared and trained to meet the needs of our first responders in the Florida Keys." This MCFR team consists of:
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