Putnam County Fire Rescue

08/28/2026

08/18/2026

Putnam County Fire Rescue is proud to announce the promotion of Firefighter/Paramedic Marc Sala to the rank of Lieutenant.

Lieutenant Sala began his career with PCFR in 2017 and has consistently demonstrated the leadership, professionalism, and dedication required of a company officer.

In addition to serving our community, Lieutenant Sala serves our country as a Hospital Corpsman Chief Petty Officer assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 10. He serves as the unit’s senior medical department representative and operates patrol boats as a Tactical Craft Coxswain during maritime security operations.

Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Marc Sala on this well-earned promotion. We look forward to his continued leadership and service to PCFR and the citizens of Putnam County.

07/21/2026

Today's predicted unfavorable weather conditions include strong gusting winds which can lead to rapid fire spread and high dispersions which can lead to erratic fire behavior. These weather conditions may make fire suppression challenging. Therefore, the Florida Forest Service - Waccasassa Forestry Center will not issue any outdoor burn authorizations today, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Alachua, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion or Putnam counties.

Please avoid any outdoor burning activities until conditions improve.

🔥NO BURNING🔥
NO BURN AUTHORIZATIONS TODAY, IN
ALACHUA, GILCHRIST, LEVY, MARION AND PUTNAM COUNTIES

Today's predicted unfavorable weather conditions include strong gusting winds which can lead to rapid fire spread and high dispersions which can lead to erratic fire behavior. These weather conditions may make fire suppression challenging. Therefore, the Florida Forest Service - Waccasassa Forestry Center will not issue any outdoor burn authorizations today, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Alachua, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion or Putnam counties.

Please avoid any outdoor burning activities until conditions improve.

Alachua County Fire Rescue, Melrose Fire Department-Florida, Windsor Fire Department, Interlachen Lake Estates Station 17 Volunteer Fire Department, Crescent City Fire Department - Station 3, Putnam County Fire Rescue Professionals Local 3529 Putnam County Fire Rescue, Marion County Fire Rescue, High Springs Fire Department, Gilchrist County Fire Rescue, Levy County Emergency Management, Bronson Fire Rescue, Chiefland Fire Rescue, Cedar Key Fire Rescue, Inglis Fire Rescue, Florida

07/20/2026

07/20/2026

July 20th, 2026
Station 25 - Melrose Landing

Today marked an exciting milestone for Putnam County Fire Rescue as we officially opened our newest fire station. This project represents the commitment of so many people who worked together to improve the safety and service provided to our community.

A heartfelt thank you to former Representative Bobby Payne, whose leadership was instrumental in securing the funding that made this station possible. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners—Chair Leota Wilkinson, Commissioners Larry Harvey, JR Newbold, Walton Pellicer, and Josh Alexander—for their continued support of public safety.

Thank you to Blackwater Construction for delivering an outstanding facility, to Putnam County Public Works for their assistance throughout the project, and to everyone who helped make today's grand opening a success.

Most importantly, thank you to the citizens of Putnam County for your continued support and for welcoming us into your neighborhood with open arms. We are proud to serve this community and look forward to protecting the families and businesses in this area for many years to come.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today to celebrate this special occasion. We are honored to serve you, today and into the future.

07/17/2026

Join us Monday July 20th, 2026 @ 10:00am for the Grand Opening of our newest station! Station 25 will service the Melrose Landing and surrounding areas of West Putnam.

05/19/2026

Come join us tomorrow at Putnam County Animals Services for National Rescue Dog Day!

Come love on our pups! 🐾

Enjoy some treats for yourself and share a few with our adoptable pups, too. They’d love the snacks, but they’d love your attention even more! ❤️

04/28/2026

Yesterdays update for the

The is currently at 4,796 acres burned and at 80% containment.

04/25/2026

April 25,2026 - Morning Update from FFS