City of Ocala
Home Menu- Jul 02
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Child attempting to light firework inside home caused Ocala apartment fire: Police
If you thought we were being a little "extra" with the firework safety messaging, please consider the call we responded to a year and a day ago, today. July 1, 2023 (Ocala, FL): "Child attempting to light firework inside home caused Ocala apartment fire: Police" https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/child-attempting-to-light-firework-caused-ocala-apartment-fire-police?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2X_EYH7Nmwb91sfje4-mG3rssxmKgYs1FOnfWreQXUnxCSJhAynaPGby4_aem_Uce9ue6hAsE8WHR9CBX1ig As you celebrate this Fourth of July, please keep the following in mind. 🎆 Never give fireworks, sparklers, or the like to a child. 🎆 Never point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures, or flammable materials. 🎆 Keep a hose and a bucket of water to douse any flames and to soak used fireworks. 🎆 Always wears eye protection when handling fireworks. 🎆 Light one firework at a time. 🎆 Never attempt to re-light a "dud." #safe4thofjuly #fireworksafety #fourthofjuly
- Jul 02
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Ocala Fire Rescue
Ocala Fire Rescue Urges the Public to Prioritize Safety this Independence Day (OCALA, FL.) July 2, 2024 – Fireworks are a classic part of our Independence Day celebrations, but they can pose significant risks if not handled properly. As July 4th approaches, Ocala Fire Rescue is reminding residents to prioritize safety by attending professional displays rather than engaging in personal firework activities. Ocala Fire Rescue has outlined several key safety precautions to keep in mind for those who still choose to use personal fireworks: 🎆 Always read and follow instructions. Each firework comes with specific guidelines for safe usage. Ensure you understand and adhere to them strictly. 🎆 Set up in a clear, open area. Fireworks should be lit in an area free of flammable materials, buildings, and overhead obstructions. 🎆 Keep a safe distance. Spectators should maintain a considerable distance from the launch site to avoid injury from misfires or falling debris. 🎆 Have safety equipment on hand. Keep a bucket of water or a hose nearby to extinguish any accidental fires. 🎆 Never relight duds. If a firework fails to go off, do not attempt to relight it. Wait 20 minutes before soaking it in water. Professional displays managed by certified technicians offer the awe and excitement this holiday merits without the added risks. By attending you’ll be ensuring your family’s safety while supporting community efforts to celebrate responsibly. For more information about firework safety or ideas on celebrating this patriotic holiday without fireworks, visit https://shorturl.at/oDJxY. For details about the City of Ocala’s Independence Day Celebration, Patriotic Skies: A Fourth of July Drone Experience, visit https://shorturl.at/A4aDx. ###
- Jul 02
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#childsafety
There may be a cool 7° difference between the temperature in Las Vegas, NV and Ocala, FL, but that's nowhere near enough to prevent a hot car death. - - - 🚗👶 Running a Quick Errand? Think Twice! 👶🚗 It's vital to take EVERY precaution to prevent child hot car deaths. Even a short errand can turn dangerous. Let's keep our kids safe! #childsafety #preventhotcardeaths #StayAlert #safetyfirst #communityawareness
Divisions
The Ocala Fire Rescue organization is divided into six divisions: Fire Administration, Fire Safety Management, Suppression, Fire Safety Education, EMS/Training, and Communications.
Fire Administration
The Fire Chief manages the overall operation of the fire department. Five division heads report administratively to the fire chief. The Administrative Division is assisted by three administrative assistants.
Fire Safety Management
The Fire Marshal for the city of Ocala manages the daily operation of the Fire Safety Management Division. Fire inspectors perform field fire inspections, review building plans, make recommendations for new commercial construction, and investigate fires that occur within the city of Ocala.
Fire Suppression
An Operations Chief manages and works with shift Battalion Chiefs, who oversee the city of Ocala’s seven fire stations and more than 120 firefighters who respond to fire and other emergencies.
Fire Safety Education
This division is responsible for educating our citizens about the dangers of fire, how to prevent fire, and what to do if a fire should occur. Training in the use of fire extinguishers and a multitude of other topics can be provided. The Fire Safety Education Division Battalion Chief is also responsible for releasing public information and serves as the department’s public information officer.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) & Training Division
This division facilitates and provides didactic and hands-on continuing education to firefighters, relating to EMS and fire topics. Staff assigned to this division also serve as incident Safety Officers. Other functions handled by this division include managing the logistics of EMS supplies and equipment, issuing personal protective equipment, submittal of required reports to the State of Florida pertaining to 911 responses, and quality assurance.
Communication Division
This division manages the Communications Technicians who work in the 911 call center. Additionally this division is responsible for handling mobile and portable radio and telephone related issues. A host of ancillary functions are incorporated into the Communications Division such as mobile data terminals, mobile gateways, mobile & portable radios, and cellular phones.
It is the commitment of Ocala Fire Rescue Communications Division to:
Professionally provide quality dispatch and the emergency communications function for Ocala Fire Rescue.
Compassionately and professionally interact with citizens, visitors, and business partners when they have the need to call the 911 emergency or the non-emergency phone number.