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Recent News

Captain Mike Bloski honored by Congressman Vern Buchanan

Oct 10, 2019

Captain Mike Bloski is among a group that was honored by Congressman Vern Buchanan’s 16th District Congressional Fire and Rescue/EMS Awards ceremony. This award ceremony was held on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, in the evening at the City of Bradenton City Hall...

Firefighter/EMT Chris Snider Retires

Oct 10, 2019

On Monday, October 7, 2019 at 1130 hours the Southern Manatee Fire Rescue District held a retirement ceremony for FF/EMT Chris Snider. FF/EMT Snider retires after completing 15 years with the District. FF/EMT Chris Snider actual began his career in the fire service...

Rescue of an Injured Worker on a Roof

Oct 7, 2019

At 0841 hours on October 4, 2019 Engine 351 was dispatched to a report of person that fell from a roof. Upon arrival Engine 351 found their patient still on the roof. This patient apparently fell from one level of the roof to another. Engine 351 requested assistance...