Interlachen Lake Estates Station 17 Volunteer Fire Department

06/14/2026

When the sky turns to fire and the earth waits. Mesmerizing shelf cloud gorgeous view, serious storm vibes. Sydney Nebraska this past week. Stunningly gorgeous

06/10/2026

Summer has arrived, and our pets notice the heat just like we do. In Palatka, temperatures often reach the 90s, so it’s important to protect your pets from heat-related problems. Try to keep them indoors during the hottest hours, always give them cool, fresh water, and make sure outdoor pets have shade to rest in. If the pavement feels too hot for your hand, it’s also too hot for your pet’s paws. With a few simple steps, we can keep our pets safe all summer long.

06/08/2026

🌀 As we wrap up the first official week of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, now is a great time to review your emergency preparedness plans and ensure your disaster supply kit is fully stocked.

🎒 When building your kit, be sure to consider these essential supplies for your household. Remember to also take advantage of permanent sales tax exemptions on a variety of disaster preparedness items.

View the complete list of sales tax exempted items here:
https://www.floridadisaster.org/2025-disaster-prep-permanent-tax-exemption/

🏠 In addition to having supplies on hand, learn how to create a disaster plan for your family by visiting https://www.ready.gov/plan

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season just started, but Florida is dedicated to disaster preparedness all year round. We always plan for the worst that nature can throw at us, and we execute those plans to ensure effective response, recovery, and restoration. 

I encourage all Florida residents and visitors to have a household plan for hurricane season that considers the needs of children, seniors, and pets in their family. Disaster preparedness essentials—including many pet items—are now tax-free in Florida.

Make sure to follow and your local emergency management for important updates heading into this hurricane season!

06/08/2026

Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering determination of the Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.

Their bravery helped secure the freedoms we enjoy today and serves as a lasting reminder that freedom is never free.

The Professional Firefighters of Palatka Local 2992 proudly honor the heroes of D-Day and all who have served our nation.

06/08/2026

🇺🇸 Today is D-Day, a day to honor our heroes 82 years ago on June 6, 1944. Please take a moment to remember all who sacrificed on this day for our freedom. 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 During World War II, the Battle of Normandy, which lasted from June 1944 to August 1944, resulted in the Allied liberation of Western Europe from N**i Germany’s control. Codenamed Operation Overlord, the battle began on June 6, 1944, also known as D-Day, when some 156,000 American, British and Canadian forces landed on five beaches along a 50-mile stretch of the heavily fortified coast of France’s Normandy region. The invasion was one of the largest amphibious military assaults in history and required extensive planning. 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 Prior to D-Day, the Allies conducted a large-scale deception campaign designed to mislead the Germans about the intended invasion target. By late August 1944, all of northern France had been liberated, and by the following spring the Allies had defeated the Germans. The Normandy landings have been called the beginning of the end of war in Europe. 🇺🇸

06/08/2026

The National Fire Academy has immediate vacancies for the following resident classes:

🔴 Commercial Fire Sprinkler Plans Review - 7/6-7/10/2026

🔵 Fire Investigation: Interviewing (NEW 5-day) - 7/6-7/10/2026

🟡 Type 3 Incident Management Team/Organization - 7/6-7/10/2026

🟢 Command and Control of Incident Operations - 7/6-7/10/2026


All training is at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD.

How to Apply:

Apply using the electronic application form, https://training.fema.gov/netc_online_admissions/

Obtain electronic approval from the head of your sponsoring organization.

Do not plan to participate in a course until the Admissions office has notified you in writing.

If you need help completing your application, don't hesitate to contact our Admissions office by email at [email protected].

NOTE: The NFA Online system is currently unavailable. This outage my persist for an extended period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Updates will be provided as soon as the system is restored. Thank you for your patience.

06/08/2026

🔥 WHY CURRENT FIRE CODES MATTER 🔥

Communities are constantly evolving—and so are the risks they face. Adopting and enforcing the most current fire and life safety codes helps ensure that buildings, businesses, and public spaces are designed and maintained to protect lives, property, and first responders.

Modern fire codes are based on lessons learned from real-world incidents, advancements in technology, and proven safety practices. They help reduce fire risk, improve emergency access, strengthen building resilience, and enhance occupant safety.

By embracing current fire codes, communities are making an investment in prevention, preparedness, and public safety.

✅ Safer Buildings
✅ Stronger Communities
✅ Better Protection for Occupants and First Responders
✅ Increased Resilience Against Emergencies

Fire codes save lives—and keeping them current helps ensure we’re prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow.