Eustis Fire Department

10/09/2026

🚒 Congratulations, Engineer/Paramedic David Whitaker!

The Eustis Fire Department is proud to recognize David Whitaker for successfully completing the Paramedic Provisional Process and earning his promotion to Paramedic!

This achievement reflects David's dedication to professional growth, continued training and providing exceptional emergency medical care to the Eustis community.

David consistently demonstrates pride, initiative and commitment to serving others and we are excited to celebrate this next chapter in his career.

Please join us in congratulating David on this well-earned accomplishment! 👏

10/02/2026

Based on NOAA’s forecast of hazardous weather conditions at a "moderate" risk level, the City of Eustis has made the difficult decision to cancel tonight’s First Friday - "Firetrucktober" event.

🌩️ WEATHER UPDATE - 1:30 PM 🌩️

Based on NOAA’s forecast of hazardous weather conditions at a "moderate" risk level, the City of Eustis has made the difficult decision to cancel tonight’s First Friday - "Firetrucktober" event. Safety always comes first, and lightning predictions are something we take very seriously. It still doesn’t make the call any less disappointing! 😢

The silver lining? The Eustis Fire Department is already working on an exciting makeup date! Be sure to follow their page for up-to-date info on the next firefighter-focused event.

10/01/2026

We are honored to be recognized as a Gold Helmet Department for having many of our firefighters enrolled in the for Cancer. The NFR is the nations largest effort to understand and reduce cancer among U.S. firefighters.

To learn more about the NFR’s mission, visit the website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3VWam7x

NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

09/30/2026

🚒🔥 Firetrucktober is right around the corner, and we’re bringing the heat (and the cool trucks).

Check out what we’ve got lined up:
👉 Fire Truck Displays
👉 Firefighter Meet-and-Greets
👉 Simulations & Demonstrations
👉 Fire Safety Info
👉 Family Fun

We can't wait to see you there!

09/16/2026

🚒 Training Highlight 🚒

Here is an inside look at the Technical Rescue training our team conducted on Monday. This training ensures our Department is ready to use special tools and safety equipment when performing complex emergency rescues.

Preparation and training are integral at EFD. 💪🔥

09/15/2026

🚧 Gas Leak and Road Closures Summary 🚧

🚧 Gas Leak and Road Closures Summary 🚧

At 9:18 a.m. today, the Eustis Fire Department responded to a gas leak at South Eustis Street and East Key Street. Repairs are estimated to be completed later today.

Intermittent road closures include:
•East Key Avenue from South Bay Street to South Grove Street
•South Eustis Street from West Woodward Avenue to West Ward Avenue

Read the full summary on our website: https://www.eustis.org/Latest-News/Latest-News/Gas-Leak-Summary

09/11/2026

We were honored to take time today and remember all the individuals who were affected on September 11, 2001. We will never forget.

Thank you to Mission BBQ in Mount Dora for allowing us to participate in their remembrance ceremony.

08/25/2026

At the August 20 Eustis City Commission Meeting, the Eustis Fire Department had the honor of recognizing team members through badge pinning and promotions. Join us in congratulating these outstanding individuals!

🚒 Badge Pinning:
FF/EMT Jacob Bluffstone
FF/EMT Mitchell Walgren

🔥 Promotion:
FF/ Medic Alexis Anderson
Eng/ Medic Garrett Griswold
Eng/Medic Mason Beebe
Eng/ EMT John McDermott
Eng/ EMT Gage Whitaker
Sr. Eng/ Medic Chris Benway
Sr. Eng/ Medic Adam Nelson
Lieutenant/Medic Kyle Bateman
Captain Jerry Donaldson

Their dedication highlights the commitment of the Eustis Fire Department to serving our community with the highest standard of excellence.

08/13/2026

Congratulations, FF/Paramedic Orlando Lorenzo! 🚑

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter/Paramedic Orlando Lorenzo on his promotion to EMS Field Training Officer (FTO)!

Orlando earned this opportunity through a process that included a written examination and a teach-back scenario, demonstrating his EMS knowledge, communication skills, and ability to effectively instruct and mentor others.

As an EMS FTO, Orlando will play an important role in developing our personnel, strengthening patient care, and maintaining the high standards expected at Eustis Fire Department.

Congratulations, Orlando, on this well-earned promotion!

08/11/2026

FINAL UPDATE: The repair work has been completed.

UPDATE: The gas leak has been controlled, and repair crews will be working throughout the day.

Updated Road Closures include:
🚧 Key Ave. and S Center St. intersection will be intermittently closed
🚧 Portions of Key Ave.

‼️ Gas Leak and Road Closure ‼️

The Eustis Fire Department is responding to a gas leak in the area of Key St and S Grove St. Residents have been evacuated from the area.

Please use caution in the area. We will provide updates as needed.