02/02/2026
Meet FF/Paramedic Ryan Burke,
Hello, I’m Ryan. I began my firefighting career with the City of Ocala in May 2017, where I proudly served for six years. After that time, my family and I returned to Volusia County where I grew up and I joined Deltona Fire Rescue for one year. In July 2024, I committed to the Ponce Inlet Fire Department, where I have now served for approximately a year and a half. Altogether, I bring over eight and a half years of firefighting experience, including earning my paramedic certification.
Interestingly, my journey with Ponce Inlet Fire Department began long before my career officially started. I volunteered with this very department back in 2013. It’s amazing how life can come full circle.
Like many in this profession, I became a firefighter because I want to help people. I’ve always had a strong desire to serve others, and every day I come to work knowing I have the skills and training to make a difference when people need it most.
Outside of work, I enjoy creating and building though my wife might say I enjoy making messes thanks to the number of hobbies I have. I love cooking, woodworking, 3D printing, pickleball, and home renovation projects. When it comes to cooking, nothing beats a perfectly cooked, medium-rare, classic American cheeseburger.
At work, my favorite tools are the hydraulic spreaders used for vehicle extrications, along with the Quint/Fire Engine itself an essential piece of equipment that allows us to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.
