On Friday, Nov. 6, at 2:52 p.m., Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire near the 6200 block of Southwest 12th Street.
#MDFR firefighters encountered smoke and fire coming from a single-story home, and immediately began fire suppression efforts and rews worked to extinguish the fire, rescue personnel provided lifesaving care to two patients who were inside the home at the time of the incident. Both patients were transported to a local area hospital, while a third patient was evaluated and treated at the scene.
The American Red Cross was notified to assist those affected, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Responding C-shift units: B08, B12, D57, D64, E17, E40, E47, E48, EMS13, P59, PIO2, PIO4, R03, R23, R40, R47, V03, V05, V06, VOC.
#MDFR firefighters encountered smoke and fire coming from a single-story home, and immediately began fire suppression efforts and rews worked to extinguish the fire, rescue personnel provided lifesaving care to two patients who were inside the home at the time of the incident. Both patients were transported to a local area hospital, while a third patient was evaluated and treated at the scene.
The American Red Cross was notified to assist those affected, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Responding C-shift units: B08, B12, D57, D64, E17, E40, E47, E48, EMS13, P59, PIO2, PIO4, R03, R23, R40, R47, V03, V05, V06, VOC.
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This week, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Community Affairs team visited the William Dickinson Community Center in Homestead and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School in South Miami to provide fire extinguisher training. Participants learned how to safely handle and operate a fire s important fire alarm safety practices. Knowing what to do during a fire emergency can help people take steps to protect themselves and others at home or in the workplace.
To learn more about MDFR’s Fire and Life Safety programs, visit bit.ly/3vOkbqA.
To learn more about MDFR’s Fire and Life Safety programs, visit bit.ly/3vOkbqA.
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South Florida is home to a variety of venomous wildlife, making specialized training and access to antivenom essential to treating envenomation emergencies.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Venom One program plays an important role in helping hospitals and emergency responders prepare addition to supplying antivenom throughout the southeastern United States, the team provides specialized training to medical professionals and first responders on recognizing and treating envenomations.
Yesterday, #MDFR Venom One Capt. Rustin Shaw visited Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to share his expertise with doctors and medical staff, helping strengthen their preparedness to treat patients affected by venomous bites and stings.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to collaborate and train together.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Venom One program plays an important role in helping hospitals and emergency responders prepare addition to supplying antivenom throughout the southeastern United States, the team provides specialized training to medical professionals and first responders on recognizing and treating envenomations.
Yesterday, #MDFR Venom One Capt. Rustin Shaw visited Nicklaus Children’s Hospital to share his expertise with doctors and medical staff, helping strengthen their preparedness to treat patients affected by venomous bites and stings.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to collaborate and train together.
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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue retweeted
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is investigating a helicopter crash that occurred at approximately 11:26 a.m. near Bill Baggs State Park.
@MiamiDadeFire, @CityofMiamiFire, and Key Biscayne Fire Rescue responded to the scene as part of a coordinated emergency response. Three ed in the incident, and emergency personnel worked together to provide assistance.
The investigation is ongoing.
@MiamiDadeFire, @CityofMiamiFire, and Key Biscayne Fire Rescue responded to the scene as part of a coordinated emergency response. Three ed in the incident, and emergency personnel worked together to provide assistance.
The investigation is ongoing.
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Did you know that graduating from the Fire Academy is just one step toward becoming a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighter?
After graduation, recruits must complete a one-year probationary period, gaining hands-on experience at different fire stations across Miami-Dade County ments and evaluations to demonstrate they have the knowledge and skills needed to meet department standards.
Watch the video to hear from #MDFRClass160 Probationary Firefighter Javier Zúñiga as he shares his experience with the probationary process and talks about what it takes to officially become a #MDFR firefighter.
After graduation, recruits must complete a one-year probationary period, gaining hands-on experience at different fire stations across Miami-Dade County ments and evaluations to demonstrate they have the knowledge and skills needed to meet department standards.
Watch the video to hear from #MDFRClass160 Probationary Firefighter Javier Zúñiga as he shares his experience with the probationary process and talks about what it takes to officially become a #MDFR firefighter.
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Inclement weather is currently affecting parts of Miami-Dade County. If you must drive, prioritize your safety and the safety of others on the road. Slow down, maintain a safe following distance, and stay alert to changing road conditions.
Remember, rain can create a thin film at can cause your tires to lose traction, even at speeds as low as 35 mph.
Remember, rain can create a thin film at can cause your tires to lose traction, even at speeds as low as 35 mph.
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El mal clima está afectando algunas zonas de Miami-Dade. Si debe salir a conducir, priorice su seguridad y la de los demás. Reduzca la velocidad, mantenga una distancia segura entre vehículos y esté atento a las condiciones de la carretera.
Recuerde que la lluvia puede crear una la carretera que puede provocar que los neumáticos pierdan tracción, incluso a velocidades tan bajas como 35 mph.
Recuerde que la lluvia puede crear una la carretera que puede provocar que los neumáticos pierdan tracción, incluso a velocidades tan bajas como 35 mph.
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Thunderstorms currently affecting parts of Miami-Dade County can produce dangerous lightning that can strike as far as 10 miles away from the storm. Even if it isn’t raining where you are, you could still be at risk. Remember: See a Flash, Dash Inside!
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Las tormentas eléctricas que actualmente afectan algunas zonas de Miami-Dade pueden producir rayos peligrosos que pueden caer hasta a 10 millas de distancia de la tormenta. Aunque no esté lloviendo donde usted se encuentra, aún podría estar en riesgo. ¿Vio un relámpago? ¡Corra para adentro!
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This weekend, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue's Community Affairs team connected with children and families at the Little Monster Truck or Treat event, hosted by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces at Rockway Park.
Through an interactive fire truck demonstration, families a fire truck and some of the equipment firefighters use during emergencies while also learning important fire safety tips from the #MDFR team.
Events like these bring fire safety education directly into our community, creating opportunities to connect with families and a hare knowledge that helps keep everyone safe.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet our team and learn more about fire safety!
Through an interactive fire truck demonstration, families a fire truck and some of the equipment firefighters use during emergencies while also learning important fire safety tips from the #MDFR team.
Events like these bring fire safety education directly into our community, creating opportunities to connect with families and a hare knowledge that helps keep everyone safe.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet our team and learn more about fire safety!
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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue retweeted
With periods of heavy rain expected, take a few extra precautions before heading out:
• Check weather conditions before traveling.
• Keep a safe distance from other vehicles. • Avoid low-lying roads and areas that are prone to flooding.
• Never drive around barricades or road closure signs.
• If possible, postpone nonessential travel during periods of heavy rain.
A little planning can go a long way in keeping everyone safe.
#OurCounty #MiamiDadeCountyEM
• Check weather conditions before traveling.
• Keep a safe distance from other vehicles. • Avoid low-lying roads and areas that are prone to flooding.
• Never drive around barricades or road closure signs.
• If possible, postpone nonessential travel during periods of heavy rain.
A little planning can go a long way in keeping everyone safe.
#OurCounty #MiamiDadeCountyEM
Bands of heavy rain are expected to move onshore periodically through the afternoon. Storms from the Gulf are then expected to push across South Florida this afternoon through the evening.
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Knowing how to recognize a medical emergency and provide assistance can make a meaningful difference while waiting for first responders to arrive.
This weekend, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s EMS Outreach team conducted a Health Emergency Life Protection (HELP) training at La Roca y members develop the knowledge and skills to assist someone experiencing a medical emergency.
Through interactive instruction and hands-on exercises, participants learned essential lifesaving skills, including hands-only CPR, recognizing the signs of a stroke, and controlling severe bleeding.
Learn more about the #MDFR HELP Program: bit.ly/MDFRHELP.
This weekend, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s EMS Outreach team conducted a Health Emergency Life Protection (HELP) training at La Roca y members develop the knowledge and skills to assist someone experiencing a medical emergency.
Through interactive instruction and hands-on exercises, participants learned essential lifesaving skills, including hands-only CPR, recognizing the signs of a stroke, and controlling severe bleeding.
Learn more about the #MDFR HELP Program: bit.ly/MDFRHELP.
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Knowing how to recognize and respond to a medical emergency can make a difference in helping save a life.
Yesterday, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s EMS Outreach Team joined community members in the City of Miami Gardens for a HELP (Health Emergency Life Protection) class, sponsored by skin.
Through hands-on demonstrations and instruction, participants learned essential lifesaving skills, including how to recognize the warning signs of a medical emergency and what steps to take while waiting for emergency responders to arrive.
@MDFRChief Ray Jadallah also stopped by the class, taking the opportunity to meet and connect with community members as they learned valuable lifesaving skills.
We thank Councilwoman Baskin for sponsoring this opportunity and bringing community members together to learn these important skills. Through programs like this, MDFR remains committed to empowering our community with the knowledge and confidence to act during an emergency.
Yesterday, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s EMS Outreach Team joined community members in the City of Miami Gardens for a HELP (Health Emergency Life Protection) class, sponsored by skin.
Through hands-on demonstrations and instruction, participants learned essential lifesaving skills, including how to recognize the warning signs of a medical emergency and what steps to take while waiting for emergency responders to arrive.
@MDFRChief Ray Jadallah also stopped by the class, taking the opportunity to meet and connect with community members as they learned valuable lifesaving skills.
We thank Councilwoman Baskin for sponsoring this opportunity and bringing community members together to learn these important skills. Through programs like this, MDFR remains committed to empowering our community with the knowledge and confidence to act during an emergency.
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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue retweeted
It’s time to fall back!
Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, Nov. 1, so before you head to bed on Saturday, Oct. 31, remember to turn your clocks back one hour. This is also a great opportunity to test your smoke alarms and check any battery-operated devices.
Smoke alarms month and replaced every 10 years, or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, Nov. 1, so before you head to bed on Saturday, Oct. 31, remember to turn your clocks back one hour. This is also a great opportunity to test your smoke alarms and check any battery-operated devices.
Smoke alarms month and replaced every 10 years, or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Halloween is here, and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue wants everyone in our community to enjoy the festivities safely.
Before planning your day or heading out to celebrate, take a moment to watch these important Halloween safety tips from #MDFR Capt. Jonathan Paz.
Have a fun and safe Halloween!
Before planning your day or heading out to celebrate, take a moment to watch these important Halloween safety tips from #MDFR Capt. Jonathan Paz.
Have a fun and safe Halloween!
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It’s time to fall back!
Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, Nov. 1, so before you head to bed on Saturday, Oct. 31, remember to turn your clocks back one hour. This is also a great opportunity to test your smoke alarms and check any battery-operated devices.
Smoke alarms month and replaced every 10 years, or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, Nov. 1, so before you head to bed on Saturday, Oct. 31, remember to turn your clocks back one hour. This is also a great opportunity to test your smoke alarms and check any battery-operated devices.
Smoke alarms month and replaced every 10 years, or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Antes de comenzar las celebraciones de Halloween, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue se unió a @HoyDia para compartir importantes consejos de seguridad para ayudar a las familias a disfrutar de esta festividad de manera segura.
Vea el segmento para conocer recomendaciones sobre cómo elegir precauciones tomar al salir a pedir dulces, cómo revisar los dulces que reciben los niños y cómo prevenir riesgos de incendio relacionados con las decoraciones de Halloween.
Vea el segmento para conocer recomendaciones sobre cómo elegir precauciones tomar al salir a pedir dulces, cómo revisar los dulces que reciben los niños y cómo prevenir riesgos de incendio relacionados con las decoraciones de Halloween.
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Earlier this week, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Community Affairs team participated in an employee health fair at HCA Kendall, sharing important fire safety information with attendees. Employees learned about lithium-ion battery safety and the proper use of fire extinguishers, edge that can help them respond if a fire emergency occurs.
To learn more about #MDFR fire and life safety training and services, visit bit.ly/4iUtZJ1.
To learn more about #MDFR fire and life safety training and services, visit bit.ly/4iUtZJ1.
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A promotion to lieutenant brings greater responsibility, with the promoted officer taking on a leadership role, guiding their crews and making decisions when responding to emergencies.
At Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, a special part of this career milestone is the opportunity to meet allah and receive their new lieutenant badge and insignia.
This October, newly promoted Lt. Stephen Busse and Lt. Marcus Johnson celebrated this milestone as they stepped into the next chapter of their careers with #MDFR.
Join us in congratulating both lieutenants on their promotions and wishing them continued success as they take on the responsibility of leading their crews and serving those in Miami-Dade County.
#AlwaysReadyProudToServe
At Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, a special part of this career milestone is the opportunity to meet allah and receive their new lieutenant badge and insignia.
This October, newly promoted Lt. Stephen Busse and Lt. Marcus Johnson celebrated this milestone as they stepped into the next chapter of their careers with #MDFR.
Join us in congratulating both lieutenants on their promotions and wishing them continued success as they take on the responsibility of leading their crews and serving those in Miami-Dade County.
#AlwaysReadyProudToServe
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Every Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighter has to have the necessary knowledge to respond to calls that may require vehicle extrication skills.
That’s why this week, the recruits of #MDFRClass161 took to the training ground to learn how to operate stabilization systems, hydraulic ent used during vehicle extrications. Through hands-on instruction, #MDFR recruits are building the skills needed to assess hazards, support safe rescue operations, and assist in situations that require specialized tools and techniques.
This training is another step in preparing our future firefighters to respond to the various emergencies they may encounter in the field.
That’s why this week, the recruits of #MDFRClass161 took to the training ground to learn how to operate stabilization systems, hydraulic ent used during vehicle extrications. Through hands-on instruction, #MDFR recruits are building the skills needed to assess hazards, support safe rescue operations, and assist in situations that require specialized tools and techniques.
This training is another step in preparing our future firefighters to respond to the various emergencies they may encounter in the field.
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