News
Promotion Announcement – Battalion Chief
The Destin Fire Control District announces the internal promotion of Jefferey D. Anderson to the rank of Battalion Chief on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. We congratulate Battalion Chief Anderson on his accomplishment. This promotion will be formally announced at the next Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, March 13, 2018.
Fire Extinguishers Recall
Kidde Recalls Fire Extinguishers with Plastic Handles Click here to learn more
Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Preparedness Everyone needs to be prepared for the potential of a land falling hurricane or tropical storm and being prepared for any emergency requires planning. Damage from a storm could be due to winds, heavy rain, or tornadoes. If you are able to stay at home, electricity, water, heat, air conditioning, telephone service and […]
2018 Autism Awareness
The Destin Fire Control District and it’s Employees are collecting donations in support of Autism awareness. Show your support by donating and wearing an Autism Awareness T-shirt. – Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability which impacts the normal development of the brain. Autism generally appears in children before the age of 3 and effects the […]
Lightning Safety
Lightning Safety The National Fire Protection Agency states that, “Lightning-related fires are more common in June through August and in the late afternoon and evening. Peak seasons for lightning-related fires vary by region, as do weather patterns in general.” Keep yourself and your family safe by knowing what to do. Lightning Safety
Important News – Battalion Chief Urenda
Important News Firefighter Death Announcement – It is with deepest sorrow that the Destin Fire Control District reports the death of one of our Firefighters; Battalion Chief Mike Urenda. Our sympathy and condolences go out to his family and co-workers and to all the lives he has touched through his service. Arrangements are as follows: […]