09/30/2026
👨🚒FIREFIGHTERS OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER 2026
Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Daniel Gamiotea, Captain Christopher Botelho, Captain Alexander Compain, and Rescue Lieutenant Michael Rowland!
These members are deployed with Urban Search and Rescue- Florida Task Force II. Florida Task Force II is comprised of specially trained personnel capable of responding to complex search-and-rescue incidents and large-scale disasters. Team members maintain advanced training and operational readiness that allow them to deploy, often with limited notice, when communities face extraordinary circumstances requiring specialized rescue capabilities.
This team was sent to respond to the earthquakes that impacted Venezuela in June 2026. During their deployment, these members worked alongside other highly trained search-and-rescue professionals in support of response operations in areas affected by the earthquakes. Their deployment required them to leave their families and their regular responsibilities with little notice and operate in a challenging disaster environment while supporting communities affected by a significant natural disaster.
Their participation in this mission reflects professionalism, technical expertise, preparedness, and commitment to public service that are hallmarks of the Sunrise Fire-Rescue Department.
Although their mission took them far beyond the boundaries of the City of Sunrise, these four members deployed as representatives of our Department, our profession, and our community. Their willingness to use their specialized training to serve others exemplifies the highest traditions of the fire service.
Please join us in congratulating Battalion Chief Daniel Gamiotea, Captain Christopher Botelho, Captain Alexander Compain, and Rescue Lieutenant Michael Rowland!
