Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue

08/28/2026

Our firefighter for the day got to try out a few activities, he's already a pro!

08/19/2026

08/16/2026

The bloodmobile will be at Station 27 this week!
Wednesday, August 19 from 11:30am-3:30 pm
Come make an impact in people's lives and receive a tshirt and $20 gift card.

07/31/2026

Celebrating Our Newest Paramedics! 🚑🔥
​Crews from Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue were honored to attend graduation this evening to support Firefighters Chris Hussain and Stephen Jones as they officially graduated from paramedic school!
​Over the past year, both Firefighters Hussain and Jones have undergone rigorous, high-level clinical and field training. Their dedication and hard work mean they are fully prepared to deliver exceptional, high-quality care to our residents and visitors.
​Please join us in congratulating Paramedic/Firefighter Hussain and Paramedic/Firefighter Jones on this incredible achievement! We are proud to have them serving the Pinellas Suncoast community. 👏🎉
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07/16/2026

📊 Collaborative Growth & Tactical Readiness at Our Quarterly Officers Meeting! 🚒
​This week, the Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue District leadership team gathered for our Quarterly Officers Meeting—a vital time dedicated to refining our operations, strengthening our culture, and preparing for the challenges ahead.
​🌀 Storm Season Preparedness
Deputy Chief Todd Best and our Emergency Operations staff presented our newly revised Emergency Management Plan. As storm season progresses, this comprehensive update ensures our crews are strategically positioned, fully equipped, and ready to respond swiftly and safely to protect our community when it matters most.
​🤝 Leading Among Your Peers
We were honored to welcome guest speaker Tony Perez, who delivered an outstanding, interactive presentation on "Leading Among Your Peers in the Fire Service." Fresh off presenting this topic at the New York State Fire Symposium in Syracuse, NY, Tony brought incredible energy and insight to our officers.
​His message aligned perfectly with the ongoing vision of Fire Chief Ken Grimes to build a deeply rooted, positive department culture. True leadership isn't just about rank; it’s about how we support, influence, and elevate one another every single day on the bay floor and on the fireground.
​A huge thank you to Tony Perez for your time, your vibrant energy, and your unwavering commitment to making the fire service better!
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06/27/2026

It was wonderful to see everyone today at the IRB Hurricane Expo! 🚒🌀

06/27/2026

Come see us at the Indian Rocks Beach Hurricane Expo today! 10:00-1:00 🌀 1507 Bay Palm Blvd

06/17/2026

Tonight we had the honor of recognizing Firefighters Tylor Sondker and Spencer Davis for completing their first year of probation with PSFRD.

This ceremony also marked the beginning of a new PSFRD tradition. Tylor and Spencer became the first firefighters to turn in their probationary helmet shields and sign their names, creating a legacy that future firefighters will add to as they complete probation. It serves as a reminder of the dedication required to earn their place on our team and the responsibility to mentor those who follow.

They were then presented with their new firefighter helmet shields, symbolizing their transition to full members of the PSFRD family.

This tradition is especially meaningful because it reflects the District and the Union coming together as one to celebrate our firefighters and strengthen the culture and camaraderie that define the fire service.

Please join us in congratulating Firefighters Tylor Sondker and Spencer Davis on this well-deserved milestone! 🚒🔥👏