MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE HOSTS ANNUAL ‘BEAT THE HEAT’ EVENTS THIS SUMMER

Firefighter Jon Baird helps the kids “put out a house fire” at the Big Pine Community Park event.

 MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue (MCFR) will host five “Beat the Heat” events this summer at different locations throughout the Florida Keys. MCFR will be providing a gentle stream of misting water for children of all ages to enjoy in a safe and fun environment. It is a great way to meet your neighborhood firefighters, learn about fire prevention, and cool off from the summer heat. Children are encouraged to wear a bathing suit and water shoes, and bring a bottle of water and a towel. The events take place on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.
 
June 8 - Tavernier, Harry Harris Park
June 15 - Layton Community Baptist Church
June 22 - Big Pine Community Park
June 29 - Sugarloaf School
July 6 - Stock Island, Bernstein Park
 
“These events are some of our favorite community outreach programs for kids where they get to come out a meet firefighters and play in water,” said Fire Marshal Craig Marston. “It’s a great way for the children to learn summer safety tips and have fun at the same time.”
 
For more information, please call Monroe County Fire Rescue at 305-289-6005. These events are subject to cancellation due to inclement or threatening weather.