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Polk Fire Rescue @PolkFire

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) is a division of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. PCFR provides fire, EMS, emergency management, to Polk County.

Joined September 2012
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Four years has passed since the line of duty death of friend and colleague Douglas Clemons #0455. Clemons began his career with Polk County EMS in 1995 and served his community for 27 years. Doug Clemons’ legacy lives on in the hearts of PCFR members and those he served.
Red tinted background with two towers with their ladders up holding an American flag. PCFR logo with a black box over it containing the following text: Douglas Clemons #0455 Engineer/Paramedic End of Watch June 14, 2022. A headshot of Doug Clemons and the words Always Remembered at the bottom of the graphic.

ALT Red tinted background with two towers with their ladders up holding an American flag. PCFR logo with a black box over it containing the following text: Douglas Clemons #0455 Engineer/Paramedic End of Watch June 14, 2022. A headshot of Doug Clemons and the words Always Remembered at the bottom of the graphic.
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Polk County Fire Rescue recently recognized members of its Community Emergency Response Teams. The 296 CERT members contributed more than 13,300 volunteer hours during the past year. Their efforts help Polk County recover in the event of an emergency.
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Polk County Fire Rescue and Davenport Fire Department members came together to help the community during Water Safety Month. The members spoke with residents about pool safety and provided free pool alarms, door/window alarms and educational material.
PCFR and DFD members posing for a photo in front of PCFR’s Tower 33 and DFD’s Engine 1.

ALT PCFR and DFD members posing for a photo in front of PCFR’s Tower 33 and DFD’s Engine 1.

PCFR member installing a pool alarm in a resident’s pools.

ALT PCFR member installing a pool alarm in a resident’s pools.

Davenport Fire Department member speaking with a resident about pool safety.

ALT Davenport Fire Department member speaking with a resident about pool safety.

PCFR’s Public Education Manager Kathy Sellen and Deputy Chief Jennifer Huff assembling pool safety equipment.

ALT PCFR’s Public Education Manager Kathy Sellen and Deputy Chief Jennifer Huff assembling pool safety equipment.

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Pools are an easy way to cool off on a hot summer day. Learn how to stay safe before jumping in with this #SafetySmart video.
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Pools are an easy way to cool off on a hot summer day. Learn how to stay safe before jumping in with this #SafetySmart video.
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Boating is a popular activity across Polk County and its hundreds of lakes. Take a minute to brush up on some boating safety before setting sail.
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Polk County Fire Rescue crews are on the Chain of Lakes this Memorial Day weekend. They're helping keep the waterways safe and checking up on boaters in need. Remember to stay safe as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Hitting the water is a popular way to beat the heat during the summer months. 🏊 Before diving in, take a minute to brush up on some basic water safety. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #SafetySmart
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Take a look inside a PCFR rescue apparatus with Firefighter/Paramedic George Gibson. If you're interested in treating and transporting patients as a first responder, answer the call and join PCFR. For more information visit polkfl.gov/public-safety/fir….
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Polk County Fire Rescue crews recently treated and transported a sick child after a mother’s tire blew out while driving to the hospital. The mother was worried about getting her car home after crews transported the child, but PCFR staff were quick to help out.
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PCFR is burning to show you more of our new training center. So, take a minute and check out another burn lab video. If you’re interested in using the best training equipment and latest techniques, answer the call and join PCFR. For more information visit polkfl.gov/public-safety/fir…
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Polk County Fire Rescue’s dedication to exceptional prehospital care earned the organization the coveted American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS® Gold Award for a second year in a row. For more information visit polkfl.gov/news/polk-county-…
Open ambulance rear showing stretcher and medical equipment inside, with a suburban street in the background. Polk County Fire Rescue Logo in the top right. Text on American Heart Association Logo (Located on the top left): "American Heart Association. EMS. 2026 Gold. Target: Stroke Honor Roll. Target: Heart Attack Honor Roll. Mission: Lifeline.

ALT Open ambulance rear showing stretcher and medical equipment inside, with a suburban street in the background. Polk County Fire Rescue Logo in the top right. Text on American Heart Association Logo (Located on the top left): "American Heart Association. EMS. 2026 Gold. Target: Stroke Honor Roll. Target: Heart Attack Honor Roll. Mission: Lifeline.
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As drought conditions persist across the county, Polk County officials made the decision to reinstate the burn ban effective May 6. For more information visit polkfl.gov/news/polk-county-…
A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Burn Ban in Effect"

ALT A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Burn Ban in Effect"

A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Prohibits Campfires, Bonfires, Unpermitted Controlled Burns, Burning of Yard and Household Trash, Burning of Organic Debris, Igniting of Fireworks, Noncommercial Burning of Materials Other Than for Religious or Ceremonial Purposes"

ALT A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Prohibits Campfires, Bonfires, Unpermitted Controlled Burns, Burning of Yard and Household Trash, Burning of Organic Debris, Igniting of Fireworks, Noncommercial Burning of Materials Other Than for Religious or Ceremonial Purposes"

A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Applies to All Unincorporated Areas of Polk County and to the Following Municipalities: Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Eagle Lake, Fort Meade, Frostproof, Haines City, Hillcrest Heights, Lake Alfred, Lake Hamilton, Lakeland, Mulberry, Polk City, Winter Haven

ALT A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Polk County Fire Rescue Applies to All Unincorporated Areas of Polk County and to the Following Municipalities: Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Eagle Lake, Fort Meade, Frostproof, Haines City, Hillcrest Heights, Lake Alfred, Lake Hamilton, Lakeland, Mulberry, Polk City, Winter Haven

A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Report Burn Ban Violations Call the Polk County Sheriff's Office Non-Emergency Line at: (863) 298-6200

ALT A brush fire in the background with a red hazy tint with the PCFR logo. Text: "Report Burn Ban Violations Call the Polk County Sheriff's Office Non-Emergency Line at: (863) 298-6200
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Residents often wonder what it's like working with a fire apparatus. Wonder no more as Polk County Fire Rescue Captain Gerald Mobley tours Ladder 35. If you're interested in climbing the ladder, answer the call and join PCFR. For more information visit polkfl.gov/public-safety/fir….
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May 4 is International Firefighters’ Day. Please join PCFR in celebrating firefighters around the world and their willingness to always run toward danger. PCFR’s leadership would like to recognize our firefighters for their commitment to keeping Polk County safe.
Firefighters extinguishing a fire, with "Happy International Firefighters’ Day" text.

ALT Firefighters extinguishing a fire, with "Happy International Firefighters’ Day" text.
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Florida's rainy season is approaching, and that means more lightning. ⚡Take a minute to learn how to stay safe when you hear thunder roar. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #SafetySmart
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Lithium-ion batteries are useful, but using them improperly can cause serious accidents. 🔋 Take a minute to learn about how to stay safe while using the devices. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #SafetySmart
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The next evolution of Polk County Fire Rescue training is almost here, and we wanted to give you a behind-the-scenes look at our state-of-the-art training center. If you’re interested in joining, answer the call and join PCFR. For more info visit polkfl.gov/public-safety/fir….
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Polk County Fire Rescue’s Rescue Ready orientation scheduled for Thursday, April 30 is cancelled. The new date of the orientation will be announced at a later time. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL #RescueReady
Text: Rescue Ready Orientation Cancelled Background: PCFR Logo, Photo of a group of individuals learning about a PCFR ambulance.

ALT Text: Rescue Ready Orientation Cancelled Background: PCFR Logo, Photo of a group of individuals learning about a PCFR ambulance.

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Polk County Fire Rescue recently took part in EMS Career Day events at George Jenkins High School and Auburndale High School. PCFR crews showed off equipment and explained what it’s like to be a first responder. #PolkFLFireRescue #PolkCountyFL
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