Wakulla County Fire Rescue

07/20/2026

🚒 Help Us Fill the Boot for MDA! ❤️

Join Wakulla County Fire Rescue as we raise funds to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association and help empower individuals to live longer, more independent lives.

📍 Crawfordville Walmart
🗓️ August 3 at 9:00 AM (A Shift)
🗓️ August 5 at 2:00 PM (B Shift)
🗓️ August 7 at 2:00 PM (C Shift)

Every dollar makes a difference. Stop by, say hello, and help us Fill the Boot for a great cause! Can't make it during these hours? Use the QR code below to donate any time, any place!
Thank you for supporting MDA and the firefighters who proudly serve our community. ❤️👨‍🚒💛

07/16/2026

Today, our A Shift crew at Station 1 had the opportunity to work alongside Chipola College Paramedic students as they tackled a series of challenging, real-world medical scenarios.

These hands-on training exercises are designed to strengthen critical thinking, sharpen clinical skills, and build confidence in managing high-pressure emergencies. Training like this helps prepare the next generation of paramedics to provide exceptional patient care when every second counts.

We are proud to have the opportunity to help train and mentor these dedicated students as they take the next step toward becoming paramedics. Investing in the next generation of EMS professionals is an important part of building a stronger future for our communities.

07/04/2026

06/30/2026

🩸 DONATE BLOOD - SAVE LIVES 🩸

Join us on Monday, July 7th, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM and make a difference by donating blood. A single donation can help save multiple lives, and your generosity could mean everything to someone in need. Use the QR code or website on the flyer below to get signed up.

06/29/2026

From June 22nd through June 26th, Wakulla County Fire Rescue conducted a 45-hour Rope Rescue Operations Course designed to provide firefighters with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for technical rope rescue incidents.

This certification serves as a critical prerequisite for advanced rescue training and is required for many future Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) courses. It also provides firefighters with an opportunity to continue their development toward becoming members of a Task Force Urban Search and Rescue Team.

Throughout the week, students received both classroom and hands-on instruction covering rope rescue fundamentals, including knots, anchors, belay systems, mechanical advantage systems, patient packaging, and low-angle rescue operations. The course challenged students to apply these skills through realistic rescue scenarios while emphasizing safety, teamwork, and problem-solving.

We were proud to have several members of the City of Tallahassee Fire Department participate alongside our personnel during this training. Working closely with neighboring departments strengthens regional partnerships, improves interoperability, and enhances our collective ability to serve our communities during large-scale emergencies.

This course was taught entirely by Wakulla County Fire Rescue instructors, and we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Division Chief Jerry Johnson, Battalion Chief Zac Lyons, Captain Erin Hindle, and Captain Jordan Asbell for dedicating their time, experience, and expertise to make this class a success.

Congratulations to all 22 students who successfully completed the course. Their commitment to learning and professional development has prepared them for the next step in their technical rescue journey as they pursue Rope Rescue Technician training and continue advancing their rescue capabilities.

At Wakulla County Fire Rescue and Tallahassee Fire Department, training never stops. We remain committed to developing highly skilled firefighters who are prepared to respond to the most challenging emergencies safely, effectively, and professionally.

22 Students. 45 Hours. One Goal: Be Ready When the Call Comes.

06/24/2026

On June 18th, members of Wakulla County Fire Rescue Special Operations conducted their quarterly training focused on a specialized rescue scenario—removing an injured arborist from a tree.

Arborists are highly skilled professionals who work at significant heights and in challenging environments. While safety is always the goal, emergencies can happen. That's why our team trains these low-frequency, high-risk incidents before they occur.

Throughout the day, personnel practiced rope rescue techniques, knot systems, and mechanical advantage systems designed to safely lower or raise a patient from a tree when traditional access methods, such as a ladder truck or a cranes, aren't available. These scenarios challenge our responders to think critically, work efficiently, and perform complex rescues with limited resources.

A special thank you to Miller Tree Service for partnering with us during this training. We appreciate Tim Walters and Brian Wilson for sharing their expertise, demonstrating arborist climbing and rigging equipment, and helping our team better understand the unique challenges involved in tree rescue operations. Partnerships like these help ensure we are prepared for the emergencies we hope never happen.

At Wakulla County Fire Rescue, training never stops. We remain committed to providing the highest level of service to our community through continuous training, teamwork, and preparedness.

Prepared for the unexpected - Ready when you need us.

06/24/2026

🚒 Training for the Real World 🚒

Today, our crews had the opportunity to participate in Vertical Ventilation Training, a critical firefighting skill that involves creating openings in a roof to safely release heat, smoke, and gases during a structure fire. This type of hands-on training helps our firefighters sharpen their skills, improve coordination, and prepare for real-life emergency situations.

Training in an acquired structure provides invaluable experience that cannot be replicated in a classroom setting. Opportunities like this allow our personnel to practice techniques, enhance safety procedures, and build confidence in a realistic environment.

A special thank you to the homeowner for generously allowing us to utilize their home for this important training. Your support plays a vital role in helping us prepare to better serve and protect our community.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

We would like to thank everyone who helped make EMS Week 2026 a success! From lunches provided by AirLife 1, Survival Flight, Tropical Trader and our Administrative staff, breakfast cooked each morning by Chief Johnson, to the many items donated by local businesses for raffle prizes and the Lucky Goat coffee ☕️ We are so grateful for the support we continue to receive from this community, year after year!
Thank you 🚑🚨

05/17/2026

This EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated men and women of Wakulla County Fire Rescue who answer the call every single day with compassion, courage, and professionalism. 🚑❤️

Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the lives you impact, and the care you provide 24/7.