Monroe County Fire Rescue - Florida Keys

Monroe County Fire Rescue - Florida Keys MCFR is dedicated to saving lives and protecting property in the Florida Keys

Earlier this afternoon there was a small plane crash at Key West Airport. The aircraft lost power after take off at abou...
06/14/2026

Earlier this afternoon there was a small plane crash at Key West Airport. The aircraft lost power after take off at about 200 feet and landed in the mangroves on the east side of the runway about 100 feet or more from the airport.

Monroe County Fire Rescue Station 7, Station 8,
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, and Key West Fire Rescue responded.

Crews extracted the pilot and passenger. Two people were onboard and walked away with minor injuries. Both refused transport.

A very special thank you to Firefighter Andre “El Tanque” Castro for his 5 years of dedicated service to our department ...
06/07/2026

A very special thank you to Firefighter Andre “El Tanque” Castro for his 5 years of dedicated service to our department and the community.

Assigned to A Shift at Station 17, Castro protects and serves the Conch Key area with professionalism, commitment, and pride. He loves a good gear circuit training and giving fire prevention outreach presentations.

Pictured ,left, FF Castro, Chief Johnson

Last week’s Beat the Heat event at Harry Harris Park was a great success! Thank you to everyone who came out and joined ...
06/05/2026

Last week’s Beat the Heat event at Harry Harris Park was a great success! Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us.

If you missed it, there’s another opportunity this weekend. Come see us in Layton on Saturday from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at Layton Community Baptist Church.

Stay cool, meet your local firefighters, and learn how to stay safe during the summer heat. We look forward to seeing you there!

A very special thank you to Firefighter Adam Batchelor for his 10 years of dedicated service to our department and the c...
06/05/2026

A very special thank you to Firefighter Adam Batchelor for his 10 years of dedicated service to our department and the community.

Assigned to A Shift at Station 18, Batchelor helps protect and serve the Conch Key area with professionalism, commitment, and pride.

“I am very thankful to have served with all of the members of MCFR these last ten years. Looking forward to many more,” Batchelor said.

Pictured ,left, Chief Johnson, FF Batchelor

The crew from Station 13 helped make Water Day even more exciting at the Parks and Beaches Summer Camp at Big Pine Key C...
06/03/2026

The crew from Station 13 helped make Water Day even more exciting at the Parks and Beaches Summer Camp at Big Pine Key Community Park by bringing some extra water for campers to enjoy!

Firefighters joined Director of Parks and Beaches, John Allen, and camp participants for an afternoon filled with smiles, laughter, and one of the best ways to beat the summer heat.

We’re proud to partner with our community programs and help create memorable experiences for the children of Monroe County.

Today, Monroe County Fire Rescue welcomed campers from the College of the Florida Keys Future Heroes Camp to the Trauma ...
06/03/2026

Today, Monroe County Fire Rescue welcomed campers from the College of the Florida Keys Future Heroes Camp to the Trauma Star South base for a tour of the helicopter and Station 8 fire engine.

With the Florida Keys heat in full force, the campers had one final request before leaving—a cool-down spray from our crew! 🚁🚒💦

Monroe County Fire Rescue (MCFR) will host five “Beat the Heat” events this summer at different locations throughout the...
05/29/2026

Monroe County Fire Rescue (MCFR) will host five “Beat the Heat” events this summer at different locations throughout the Florida Keys. MCFR will provide a gentle misting stream of water for children of all ages to enjoy in a safe, fun environment. It is a great way to meet your neighborhood firefighters, learn about fire prevention, and cool off from the summer heat. Children are encouraged to wear a bathing suit and water shoes, and bring a bottle of water and a towel. The events take place on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

• May 30 - Tavernier, Harry Harris Park
• June 6 - Layton Community Baptist Church
• June 13 - Big Pine Key Community Park
• June 20 - Sugarloaf School
• June 27 - Stock Island, Bernstein Park

“These events are one of our favorite ways to connect with families in the community, giving kids the chance to meet our firefighters and enjoy some time cooling off in the summer heat,” said Fire Marshal Marcos Osorio. “It’s also a great opportunity to share important summer safety tips while having fun at the same time.”

For more information, please call Monroe County Fire Rescue at 305-289-6005. These events are subject to cancellation due to inclement or threatening weather.

This Memorial Day, Monroe County Fire Rescue personnel joined Parks & Beaches staff, Veteran’s Affairs staff and communi...
05/28/2026

This Memorial Day, Monroe County Fire Rescue personnel joined Parks & Beaches staff, Veteran’s Affairs staff and community members at Big Pine Community Park for “The Murph."
The Murph is a challenging workout completed in honor of Michael P. Murphy and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸

From the first mile to the final rep, participants showed determination, teamwork, and community spirit while remembering the true meaning of Memorial Day.

Thank you to everyone who came out, participated, and helped make this event a meaningful tribute.

A very special thank you to Firefighter Matthew O’Donnell for his 5 years of service to our fire department and communit...
05/27/2026

A very special thank you to Firefighter Matthew O’Donnell for his 5 years of service to our fire department and community. He works on C shift at Station 10, servicing the Sugarloaf Key area.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow over the last 5 years. I hope to always be able to help my community throughout my career,” O’Donnell said.

Pictured ,left, FF O’Donnell, Chief Lucio

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7280 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL
33050

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(305) 289-6004

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