Putnam County Fire Rescue

10/09/2026

Recruit Class 26-3

10/08/2026

🚑 RESCUE 20 HAS A NEW HOME! 🚒

Putnam County Fire Rescue is excited to announce that Rescue 20, previously stationed next to Ochwilla Elementary School, has officially relocated to the newly renovated Station 20, located at 103 Race Street.

Station 20, formerly home to the West Putnam Volunteer Fire Department, has undergone significant renovations to provide our crews with a modern and functional facility. This move is a tremendous upgrade from the mobile home that previously served as the quarters for Rescue 20 personnel and represents another important investment in emergency services for the West Putnam community.

These renovations were made possible through the generosity and support of former County Commissioner Paul Adamczyk, who dedicated discretionary funding to this project during his tenure. We sincerely appreciate his commitment to improving public safety infrastructure and supporting the firefighters and paramedics who serve our community.

While this project has taken time to complete, we are proud to finally see Rescue 20 operating from its new home and look forward to sharing the completed station with the community.

🎉 A Grand Reopening of Station 20 is coming soon!

Additional details and an official announcement will be released in the coming days. We look forward to welcoming everyone to see the improvements and celebrate this milestone with us!

09/17/2026

Congratulations Lieutenant/Chaplain Gill!

🚒 Congratulations to our July 2026 Employee of the Month, Nat Gill!

Putnam County Fire Rescue Lt. Firefighter Nat Gill was recognized as the County’s Employee of the Month during the September 8 Board of County Commissioners meeting.

Nat was nominated for consistently going above and beyond, sharing his knowledge with coworkers and helping prepare the next generation of firefighters. He is also known for maintaining equipment to high standards, finding ways to make repairs in-house, and teaching coworkers in a respectful and meaningful way.

Beyond his work on emergency scenes, Nat serves as a Chaplain and peer support leader for Fire Rescue, providing an important source of support for his fellow firefighters.

Thank you, Nat, for your dedication to Putnam County Fire Rescue and for the difference you make every day. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🚒

09/14/2026

09/02/2026

You're Invited!

Please join us on Friday, September 11th for the annual September 11th Remembrance Ceremony hosted by the Putnam County Fire Rescue Honor Guard.

Time: 0950
Location: 118 Fairgrounds Rd, East Palatka, FL 32131

All are welcome and we hope to see you there!
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
Palatka Fire Department
Palatka Police Department

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

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.