Bradfordville Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department

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BVFRD is a committed, trained group of volunteer first responders for northern Leon County.

Serving North Leon County, the Bradfordville Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department responds to calls throughout the area. We have a dedicated team of volunteers who are fire and EMS professionals that assist residents in vehicle crashes, fires, medical, and other emergencies. Please support us by selecting "Bradfordville Fire Rescue" on AmazonSmile so while you shop, Amazon donates to help us save lives!

10/31/2026

Wishing you all a Happy Halloween! 🎃 Be safe, drive responsibly, and look out for little ghouls and goblins trick or treating 👻

10/30/2026

We are out at the Bannerman Crossings block party. Come out and say hey and pick up an application!

10/29/2026

🎶 Join us for a Block Party at Bannerman Crossings!

Come out Friday, October 30, from 6–9 PM for a fun evening with family, friends, and live music featuring the The Rockitz.

🌭 Help us welcome Greg Tish and Ma's Diner for the annual Hot Dog Eating Contest!

Bring the whole family and enjoy a great evening at Bannerman Crossings!

Tallahassee Ford Lincoln is a sponsor of this event.

📍 Bannerman Crossings
📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 6–9 PM

10/27/2026

Board Member Spotlight: Board President C Baker Wright 🚒✨

When you think of a volunteer fire department, you might picture engines and turnout gear—but it takes dedicated leadership behind the scenes to keep our operations strong. This week, we’re proud to highlight our Board President, Baker Wright, who has served BVFRD for nearly 11 years!

Baker joined the board out of a deep respect for our community and the volunteers who step up during moments of crisis. Over a decade later, he remains in awe of the dedication shown by our frontline responders and his fellow board members.

As the Bradfordville neighborhoods continue to grow, Baker works to ensure our department has the support, resources, and community engagement needed to keep making our area safer and stronger every day.

When he’s not supporting BVFRD, Baker enjoys running, playing golf, hunting, and spending time outdoors with family and friends enjoying the beauty of the Bradfordville area. ⛳🏃‍♂️🌾

Please join us in thanking Baker for nearly 11 years of steadfast leadership and service to BVFRD! 👏

10/20/2026

Member Spotlight: Chief Emeritus Karl Hook 🚒✨

For over 30 years, Karl Hook has set the gold standard of volunteer service in Leon County.

Starting his journey with Lake Iamonia Volunteer Fire Rescue—now Bradfordville Volunteer Fire & Rescue (BVFRD)—Karl has served in nearly every role imaginable, including as Fire Chief. His dedication to public safety is so great that he also serves with our sister department, Chaires-Capitola Fire & Rescue!

Throughout three decades of service, Karl has earned EMT certifications in Florida and Georgia, deployed across the state to battle wildland fires, and even overcome severe injuries in the line of duty. Along the way, he has mentored generations of young firefighters, helping guide countless careers in public safety.

Behind every volunteer is a family, and Karl has sacrificed countless dinners, birthdays, and holidays to answer the call for his neighbors. Even without an official title today, Karl continues to lead from the front as the ultimate example of a true servant leader.

Please join us in honoring Karl Hook for 30+ years of selfless service and dedication to BVFRD and Leon County! 👏🔥

10/19/2026

- NOTICE -

Tanker 1471 is back in service.

After non-stop work by Asst. Chief Harvey (1402), Lake Talquin VFD got their vandalized tanker back in service.

If you have any information that may help catch the villains, contact LCSO

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Lake Talquin VFD's Fort Braden Fire Station (Leon County's Station 32) was shot up. The bullets went through the station walls and damaged their 2,500-gallon tanker. This vehicle provides a vital water supply for our residents who live ~from the western city limits to Liberty County and Gadsden County, south to Wakulla County. What is wrong with people? A few gunshots into a building for "fun" put people's lives and property at risk. Maybe they were trying to prove they actually can hit the broadside of a barn.

If you have any information about this incident, contact the Leon County Sheriff's Office.

10/19/2026

September stats for you.
Reach out to us today on how you can join, contribute, and create your own "respond from home" schedule. Together, we can be

10/18/2026

We are currently out at Canopy Roads Baptist Church for their Trunk-or-Treat event standing by for first aid! 🎃

Come out and say hey and pick up a sticker and some candy! 🍬👻

10/15/2026

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Did you know? Long before Bannerman Road was lined with subdivisions and bustling shopping centers (319 was one lane both ways), the rural northern edge of Leon County was protected by the Lake Iamonia Volunteer Fire Department!

Founded in 1993, dedicated volunteers answered calls for everything from brush fires and structure fires to motor vehicle collisions.

That legacy continues to live on today through Bradfordville Volunteer Fire & Rescue, continuing decades of volunteer service alongside career partners with the Tallahassee Fire Department and Leon County EMS.

Are you interested in continuing the legacy and tradition of the fire service? Reach out today and help us continue to be

10/13/2026

Member Spotlight: Catherine "Catt" Tang 🚒✨
We’re proud to introduce current volunteer Catherine "Catt" Tang!

Catherine Jernigan joined the department to serve her community and get more hands-on experience in emergency response and patient care. She continues to train in fire and emergency medical response.

Please join us in thanking Catt for her dedication and service to BVFRD! 👏🔥

Address

1445 Bannerman Road
Tallahassee, FL
32312

Telephone

+18505108900

Website

http://www.bradfordvillefire.org/

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