Eustis Fire Department

06/18/2026

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Alexis Anderson on successfully completing the department’s Paramedic Provisional Process!

The provisional process requires:
🔥 Extensive training
🔥 Intense evaluation
🔥 The ability to perform under pressure

Alexis has met all of these standards with hard work and determination. We are proud to have Paramedic Anderson serving our citizens and supporting his fellow firefighters and EMS professionals.

Congratulations, Alexis, and thank you for your continued commitment to excellence and service! 🚑

06/18/2026

Be conscious of high heat. ☀️

When temperatures soar, finding a cool place indoors can make all the difference.

If your home is too warm, consider spending time in air-conditioned locations like libraries, shopping centers or other public buildings to help beat the heat.☀️ Taking breaks from the sun and staying cool can help prevent heat-related illnesses and keep you safe during periods of extreme heat.🏠

06/17/2026

When we first got a call about pancakes, we didn’t know what to think!

But now we see it is thanks to the generosity of our community for nominating us to the Nutella Stack for Giving Back program. We were chosen out of more than 6,000 nominated departments across the country to receive a Breakfast Kit.

Thank you to whoever nominated us and thank you to Nutella for this kit.

We plan to use the items to honor our team during our annual Award Ceremony. 🥞

06/11/2026

Congratulations to Engineer Garrett Griswold on completing the Paramedic Provisional Process!

This rigorous program includes advanced training, evaluation, and proving the ability to perform under pressure. This achievement reflects Garrett’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our community. We’re proud to have Paramedic Griswold serving our community with dedication and excellence. 🚑🔥

06/10/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month. 💚

This month, our department is wearing green to recognize PTSD Awareness Month and to support first responders and community members affected by trauma.

If you notice some of our crew wearing green, it’s our way of showing support.

06/02/2026

🚧 Road Closure 🚧

Northshore Dr. will be closed between
W Laurel Oak Dr. and Monty Dr. until further notice.

There will be no through traffic on Northshore Dr.

Monty Dr. will remain open to residents.

UPDATE: Northshore Dr. has reopened,

🚧 Road Closure 🚧

Northshore Dr. will be closed between
W Laurel Oak Dr. and Monty Dr. until further notice.

There will be no through traffic on Northshore Dr.

Monty Dr. will remain open to residents.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to restore the roadway.

➡️ City crews are assessing the road for repair. Updates will be shared when available.

05/23/2026

🚑 EMS Week 🚑

As EMS Week comes to a close, we want to recognize all EFD personnel. Your hard work, training, and commitment to serving our community make a difference every day.

Our community is safer because of you.

05/22/2026

🚑 EMS Week 🚑

Training is a priority for the Eustis Fire Department. Staying prepared and experienced helps keep both our crews and our residents safe during emergencies. As part of that commitment, we regularly review our equipment to ensure everything is in proper working order and ready for service.

During EMS Week, we recognize and appreciate all of our EMS professionals for their dedication to improving their skills, supporting their team, and strengthening our department. Thank you for the work you do to protect our community.

05/21/2026

🚑 EMS Week 🚑

During EMS Week, EFD proudly recognizes our EMS professionals for their mentorship and clinical excellence. Our Quality Assurance Officers (QAO) and Field Training Officers (FTO) are essential to developing skilled paramedics and ensuring exceptional care.

Please join us in recognizing these outstanding team members.
🚑 Lieutenant/Paramedic/QAO Jordan Burkholder
▪️ Started with EFD in 2009
▪️ Became a Cleared Paramedic in 2012
▪️ Became an FTO in 2016

🚑 Sr. Engineer/Paramedic/FTO Chris Benway
▪️ Started with EFD in 2014
▪️ Became a Cleared Paramedic in 2023
▪️ Became an FTO in 2024

🚑 Firefighter/Paramedic/FTO Iman Mencia
▪️ Started with EFD in 2022
▪️ Became a Cleared Paramedic in 2023
▪️ Became an FTO in 2024

Your leadership is helping build the next generation of EMS professionals at EFD. Thank you!

05/20/2026

🚑 EMS Week is officially underway. 🚑

EFD proudly joins communities across the nation in recognizing the dedication of our EMTs and paramedics. This week shines a spotlight on the training, teamwork, and readiness that define our EMS professionals.

Check back tomorrow and throughout the week as we share more about the work they do and the impact they make every day.