Davenport Fire Department

08/19/2026

Polk County Fire Rescue has lost one of their own in a line of duty death. Volunteer Chaplain Hector Cruz passed away due to injuries sustained during a car crash in the Eagle Lake area Wednesday. The crash occurred while he was traveling between PCFR stations to check on crews.

Read the full release: https://www.polkfl.gov/news/polk-county-fire-rescue-volunteer-chaplain-dies-in-line-of-duty-car-crash/

07/28/2026

Sharpening skills to keep our community safe. Davenport Fire Department crews are in the pool this week, training on water rescue and victim stabilization so they’re ready when seconds matter.

07/22/2026

The Gate’s Annual Back to School Bash is Back! Join us for a day of fun, community, and support as we help local families get ready for the new school year!

FREE while supplies last:
• Backpacks filled with school supplies
• Food giveaway
• Community resources
• Free physicals
• Audiology services
• And more!

Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Tom Fellows Community Center, 207 North Blvd W, Davenport, FL 33837

No registration is required! Backpacks and supplies will be distributed on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.

This event is open to the community, and we’d love to serve your family as we prepare for another great school year. Invite your friends, neighbors, and anyone who could benefit!

07/07/2026

We’re proud to celebrate a major milestone for our firefighters Alec Ingersol and Dakeen Mayard as they celebrated their first fire.

07/01/2026

Our Davenport Fire and Police crews took a look at some firework fails to show how quickly things can go wrong. Keep fireworks in the hands of professionals and come enjoy Polk County’s largest display at the City of Davenport’s new Lewis Mathews Sports Complex this 4th of July.

For our 4th of July Celebration, on-field seating is blankets only on the turf fields. Chairs are not allowed on the turf, but guests with chairs are welcome to relax in designated seating areas off the fields.

06/29/2026

Are you ready to answer the call?

Davenport Fire is hiring Firefighter/EMTs! We offer competitive pay, merit-based increases, and a full benefits package.

Apply today at mydavenport.org/apply or you can also scan the QR code to be taken directly to the application page.

06/29/2026

Why did the firework get invited to the 4th of July party?
Because it always knows how to end the night with a bang.

Celebrate with us at Davenport’s annual 4th of July Celebration at the Lewis Mathews Sports Complex, 400 East Palm Street. Festivities start at 4 p.m. with food, vendors, live entertainment, a kids zone, and a 7 p.m. ribbon cutting, all leading up to Polk County’s largest fireworks display. For on-field seating, please bring blankets only; chairs must stay off the turf, with chair seating available off the fields.

06/24/2026

06/22/2026

Your Davenport Fire and Police Departments invite you to celebrate with us at the annual 4th of July Celebration at the Lewis Mathews Sports Complex. Enjoy food, vendors, live entertainment featuring the Josh Blevins Band, a kids zone, and more, capped off with Polk County’s largest fireworks display. For on-field seating, blankets only; chairs must stay off the fields.