Polk Fire Rescue

Polk County Fire Rescue wants to remind everyone that the countywide burn ban remains in effect. Polk County currently sits at an average of 514 on the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) with 57% of the county above the 500 mark. Learn more at: polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun….

Polk County Fire Rescue continually looks for ways to provide emergency services to the residents of Polk County. PCFR recently invested in cutting-edge technology that can save crucial time on emergency calls by buying five Skydio drones. For more visit facebook.com/PolkFire

Westgate River Ranch Resort recently invited Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) to attend a tabletop exercise and property tour. PCFR command staff and crews took part in the meeting. Exercises and site visits like these help prepare PCFR for potential emergencies in the area.

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) had the solemn honor to assist in the transfer of U.S Army Reserve Major Cody Khork. PCFR staff send condolences to Major Khork’s family and friends at this difficult time.

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to an unexploded ordnance in Fort Meade yesterday. PCFR secured the area while the State Fire Marshal Bomb Squad investigated and retrieved the grenade. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office also assisted with the call.

On Thursday, March 12, Polk County Fire Rescue recognized a total of 89 new hire employees and department promotions at our pinning ceremony . Congratulations to these outstanding employees and best wishes on your journey with #PCFR. #PolkFLFireRescue #NewHires #Promotions

Who do you call when an owl is hanging from a tree? We will give you a hint, it’s not the Ghostbusters. So, if you want to be the rescuer who swoops in with the right tools for the job, answer the call and join PCFR. For more information visit polkfl.gov/public-safety/….

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to a fatal fire off Ralph Road in Lakeland on Tuesday Morning. For more information visit: polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun…

Firefighting is about protecting life and property. If you think you have what it takes, answer the call and find out what Polk County Fire Rescue can offer by visiting polkfl.gov/public-safety/…. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #AnswerTheCall

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) wants to remind the public that fire stations are not designated disposal facilities for medical instruments and waste. For more information visit facebook.com/PolkFire

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When it’s an emergency response time is critical. Polk County Fire Rescue EMS providers work with flight teams to get their patients to the hospital. PCFR EMS invited Air Care to highlight one of their helicopters and speak with prospective paramedics.

Do you want to put on the gear and become a PCFR)member? If so, answer the call and PCFR will pay for all the schooling. If you want to learn more about joining PCFR, you can reach out to PCFR recruiter Betzi LaCounte at BetzaidaLacounte@polkfl.gov or call 863-534-6016.

#PCFRMediaAlert | Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR), Bartow Fire Department, Fort Meade Fire Department and the Florida Forest Service are working a 20-acre and growing brush fire off Pool Branch Road in Fort Meade. For more information visit facebook.com/share/r/1E8zQ9…

#PCFRMediaAlert | Polk County officials will hold a press conference at noon today at the Polk County Administration Building to discuss the unusually active brush fire season.

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to more than 30 brush fires throughout Polk County on Sunday. The largest fire burned more than 400 acres near State Road 60 in the River Ranch area. For more information visit: polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun…

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to a large scrapyard fire off Main Street in Lakeland Saturday night. For more information visit: polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun…

After the recent uptick of brush fires, Polk County Fire Rescue wants to remind everyone that the countywide burn ban remains in effect. Read more about the burn ban at polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun…. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #BurnBan

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to a small brush fire that quickly spread to several structures in Lakeland on Thursday afternoon. For more information visit: polkfl.gov/news/polk-coun…

#PCFRMediaAlert | Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) and Florida Forest Service responded jointly to a vegetation fire off County Road 640 and County Road 555 in Bartow. For more information visit: facebook.com/PolkFire