Today we upgraded the services of Ladder 339 to Advanced Life Support (ALS), this is a set of life-saving protocols and skills that extend beyond Basic Life Support (BLS)

At a recent Commission meeting, the community welcomed four new firefighters who were sworn in to their positions. The event was a momentous occasion for both the firefighters and their family’s, as it marked the beginning of their service to protect the people and...

Firefighters and Officers from around the county came out to bid Battalion Chief Herb Smith a farewell after 33 years of service. His family and friends also filled the room. Battalion Chief Herb Smith started as a Volunteer in Sarasota Fire Dept, and was hired by the...

On February 28th 2023 SMFR personal responded to a reported train derailment in the rear of the 7200 block of 16th Street East.  The initial response consisted of 3 Engines, Hazmat Squad, Battalion and Hazmat Captain.  6 rail cars were found overturned.  5 cars were...

Congratulations to Training Chief Bobby Thayer on his retirement.  After 33 with the fire service he served in almost every position and on every shift.