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A rip current statement in effect for 3 regions in the area

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A rip current statement in effect for 3 regions in the area

JACKSONVILLE FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT


JFRD breaks ground on Fire Station 22 on Jacksonville’s Westside

JFRD said it will address the need for additional rescue services in the area.

1 dead in mobile home fire on Jacksonville’s Westside, JFRD says

JFRD responded to a deadly fire early Sunday morning on Jacksonville's westside.

One dead in Westside house fire

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a house fire Sunday morning around 3 a.m. at a mobile home on McGlothlin Street, on the westside.

20K pound battery burns for hours Tuesday at Cecil Commerce Center plant

A lithium iron phosphate battery fire Tuesday at a sprawling Jacksonville plant that produces industrial-sized batteries forced the evacuation of the warehouse building at Cecil Commerce Center.

JFRD honors 1st line of duty death with new headstone over 130 years later

More than 130 years later, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department is honoring its first line of duty death with a service to set a new headstone for Henry J. Bradley.

Emergency response at BridgePrep Academy of Duval, medics checking out students and staff

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue responded to a call of multiple people at BridgePrep Academy of Duval experiencing an allergic reaction of some kind.

1 person seriously injured in school bus crash on Westside

A traffic accident involving a school bus and a car happened Monday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

‘Seconds equal lives’: JFRD’s new fire station in Arlington aims to reduce response times

Mayor Lenny Curry and other city leaders attended the grand opening ceremony Tuesday of Station 65 in Arlington.

Jacksonville firefighters respond to tank fire at Talleyrand Avenue asphalt plant

Firefighters were called Wednesday morning to a fire in a tank at an asphalt plant on Talleyrand Avenue, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

State fire marshal investigating cause of construction fire near Jacksonville airport

No injuries have been reported.

How signing your loved one up for a database could help rescuers find them if they go missing

A new database to register people at risk for going missing is now live in Jacksonville.

Red Cross called to assist 12 people after fire in Brentwood neighborhood

The American Red Cross was called to assist six adults and six children Friday night after a stack of pallets caught fire and spread to nearby structures, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

JFRD says cause of house fire appears suspicious; 2 dogs found dead

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department says the state fire marshal will determine the cause of a fire at a home Tuesday night on the Northside.

JFRD extinguishes fire at JEA plant on Jacksonville’s Northside

Firefighters with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department rushed to extinguish a fire Monday afternoon at a JEA plant on the Northside.

Fire causes extensive damage to home, displaces 4 people

An extensive fire at a home in the San Pareil neighborhood has displaced four people, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Traffic Alert: Pedestrian in serious condition after being hit by car on I-295 near Town Center Parkway

A pedestrian was hit by a car Tuesday morning on the I-295 south on ramp at Town Center Parkway, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Gold Cadillac sought by police following deadly hit-and-run on Philips at University

Homicide investigators are working to track down a gold Cadillac that was spotted leaving the scene of a deadly hit-and-run Friday night on Philips Highway at University Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Natural gas leak in San Marco closes Hendricks Ave., backs up traffic

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a natural gas leak on Hendricks Avenue in San Marco.

Elderly woman rescued from bed after Bartram Park home catches fire

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department crews rushed to a house fire in the Bartram Park neighborhood Wednesday morning, Captain Eric Prosswimmer said.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Northbound lanes on Main Street Bridge closed after crash with injuries

A Monday morning crash on the Main Street Bridge has closed all northbound lanes, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Man fatally shot in drive-by shooting in Jacksonville’s Longbranch neighborhood

A man died Tuesday night after a shooting on Buckman Street in the Longbranch neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Police investigating Arlington shooting that appears to have stemmed from robbery, JSO says

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday afternoon said police are investigating a shooting that appears to have begun with a robbery.

‘Needle in a haystack’: Family thanks rescuers who found missing 78-year-old Jacksonville man alive after 3-day search

Rescuers used every resource they had — from helicopters and drones to canines and detectives — to find a missing 78-year-old Jacksonville man alive.

JFRD says 3 juveniles transported in crash on US-301 in Maxville

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department says three people were transported from the scene of a crash Thursday afternoon on US-301 at the intersection of Maxville-Macclenny Road.

Crash closes all lanes of Yellow Bluff Road on Jacksonville’s Northside

A crash Thursday afternoon closed all lanes of Yellow Bluff Road, just south of New Berlin Road.

2 injured when car crashes into swampy area of I-295 at Collins Road

Traffic was snarled Tuesday afternoon when a vehicle crashed into a swampy area off the side of Interstate 295 near the Collins Road exit.

JFRD rescues manatee from mud banks along St. John’s River

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department was called Friday evening to Metropolitan Park, where crews worked to rescue a manatee.

Traffic Alert: Multi-vehicle crash closes southbound lanes of San Jose Boulevard near Loretto Road

A multiple-vehicle crash involving an electricity pole closed the southbound lanes of San Jose Boulevard Thursday afternoon.

Person hospitalized in crash involving car, train on Highway 17, JFRD says

One person was rushed to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries following a crash Monday night on Highway 17, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Woman found dead in Northside apartment, JSO says

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a woman found in an apartment on Jacksonville’s Northside Sunday afternoon.

1 dead after building catches fire in Jacksonville Beach

One person is dead after a morning fire in Jacksonville Beach on New Year’s Day.

No one injured in floor collapse at Northside building, JFRD says

Crews with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department on Wednesday were sent to investigate a floor collapse at a building on Jacksonville’s Northside.

Dog dies in Jacksonville house fire, Red Cross called to assist 2 people

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department was called to extinguish a fire Friday night at a home on the Eastside.

Crisis actors, first responders conduct active shooter drill at Atlantic Coast High School

Jacksonville first responders conducted an active shooter training drill Wednesday morning.

JFRD firefighter surprised by crew after injury left him unable to walk

A local firefighter who was injured on the job is walking out of the rehab Saturday afternoon surrounded by vast support.

‘His spirit lives on’: Nephew shares legacy of JFRD firefighter as city honors fallen

Leon Benton was one of 25 fallen firefighters honored Wednesday during a remembrance ceremony at Fire Station No. 1 on North Liberty Street downtown -- the very station where Benton died in 1990.

JFRD: 1 hospitalized with serious injuries after crash on New Kings Road and Borden Street

One person has been hospitalized with serious injuries, according to JFRD.

Man found stabbed to death in Jacksonville’s Brentwood neighborhood

A sergeant with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Friday night that several people were detained as officers worked to investigate a deadly stabbing in the Brentwood neighborhood.

Eastbound I-10 ramp to southbound I-95 reopn to traffic after truck flips, spills fuel

The eastbound Interstate 10 ramp to southbound Interstate 95 was blocked Wednesday after a truck flipped and spilled fuel, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Firefighters respond to house fire in Windy Hills

JFRD said it was an electrical fire and that it also damaged the home next door.

FHP: Pursuit ends on I-295 at Prichard Road, 3 in custody

Units from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department and the Florida Highway Patrol were spotted Thursday afternoon on I-295 near Pritchard Road.

Jacksonville firefighters rescue 2 dogs as home fills with smoke

Jacksonville firefighters rescued two dogs from a house fire Wednesday morning in the city’s Sandalwood neighborhood, officials said.

Person in life-threatening condition after fire in Springfield neighborhood

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said one person was hospitalized for treatment of life-threatening injuries after a fire at a home Monday night in the Springfield neighborhood.

Nearly 100 firefighters called to 4-alarm fire at Northside apartment complex; dozens of people displaced

While multiple Northeast Florida areas were experiencing flooding as Nicole battered the state, a fire broke out Thursday at an apartment complex on Jacksonville’s Northside, displacing dozens of people, officials said.

Strong wind gust causes semi to overturn on Dames Point Bridge, blocks all lanes

A crash involving a semi-truck closed northbound lanes Thursday morning on the Dames Point Bridge, according to Florida 511.

Person dies after altercation inside home, Jacksonville police say

A person died Wednesday after an altercation inside a home, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

Child in critical condition after near drowning in Sandalwood neighborhood: JFRD

A child was rescued from a pond Monday afternoon in a Sandalwood neighborhood, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

JSO investigating woman’s death at Grand Park home near elementary schools

Further information surrounding her death is unknown at this time.

JFRD unveils new Critical Care Rescue Units

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department on Tuesday showed off some new additions to its fleet.

Person hospitalized in critical condition after Arlington apartment fire, JFRD says

One person was hospitalized in critical condition after an apartment fire Friday in Arlington, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Family dog dies in Arlington house fire, Jacksonville firefighters say

A dog died in a house fire Wednesday morning in the Alderman Park area of Arlington, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Car hits pole on Lem Turner Rd at Sunport Industrial Pkwy

Drivers should expect delays and use caution while driving past the accident.

Firefighters called to extinguish fire at Jacksonville Beach high rise

Firefighters with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department were called Thursday night to extinguish a fire at a high rise on 1st Street in Jacksonville Beach.

JFRD Emergency Road Access Team helps rescuers get to Hurricane Ian victims in Southwest Florida

Jacksonville is playing a major role in the Hurricane Ian recovery efforts in Southwest Florida.

City breaks ground on new fire station on Jacksonville’s Westside

Another new fire station is coming to Jacksonville — this one on the Westside.

Remnants from “The Poles” at Hanna Park wind up at Jacksonville Beach Pier

A bundle of pilings from Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park ended up at the Jacksonville Beach Pier on Sunday in the wake of Tropical Storm Ian.

Person in critical condition after being rescued from waters off Jacksonville Beach

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department transported a person to the hospital Sunday evening after being rescued from the waters off Jacksonville Beach.

Foul play suspected after woman found dead in Moncrief neighborhood, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspicious death after a woman was found dead Monday afternoon in a home in the Moncrief Park neighborhood.

9 hospitalized after crash involving a JTA bus, JFRD says

A crash involving a truck and a Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) bus sent five people to the hospital Monday morning.

Crews respond to crash involving 5 patients on Southside

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a traffic accident Sunday afternoon on Jacksonville’s southside.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis delivers $1,000 bonuses to first responders in Jacksonville

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in town on Monday to deliver $1,000 bonuses to members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Crews called to Woodstock house fire

Crews responded Sunday evening to a house fire in the Woodstock neighborhood, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

Person in critical condition after house fire on Church Street

Firefighters with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department rushed to extinguish a fire Wednesday night on Church Street.

Person critically injured in industrial accident on Blount Island, JFRD says

A person was critically injured in an industrial accident Wednesday on Blount Island, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

Person hospitalized in house fire on Jacksonville’s Southside

One person was hospitalized Monday evening after a fire at a mobile home on the Southside, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Loretto Elementary School evacuated due to gas leak

Loretto Elementary School was evacuated Monday due to a gas leak, News4JAX has learned.

JFRD, American Red Cross help residents in Northside neighborhood prone to flooding amid hurricane season

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department and the American Red Cross worked together to keep people in high flood zones safe on the Northside safe amid hurricane season.

Jacksonville is adding 115 new residents every day. How JFRD is planning for the future

Chief Keith Powers tells News4JAX he’s asking for $20 million for 2022-23 capital improvement funds funding a multitude of projects that are critical to saving lives and protecting property.

Multiple injuries reported in crash on I-95 near Airport Road: JFRD

Multiple injuries were reported in a crash Saturday afternoon on the city’s Northside, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

State fire marshal investigating cause of Deercreek house fire

The state fire marshal’s office is investigating the cause of a house fire early Saturday morning in Deercreek, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

2 children, 3 adults seriously hurt in crash on I-295 at Duval Road, officials say

Two children and three adults were transported with serious injuries after a crash Saturday morning on the city’s Northside, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

TRAFFIC ALERT: One lane reopens on I-295 after crash caused lane closures

A crash on the Westside Thursday evening has closed all southbound lanes of I-295, JSO said.

JFRD asks for money in next year’s budget to help pay for 94 additonal positions

The Jacksonville City Council on Thursday was going over how to spend over $1.5 billion of your tax dollars.

Crews respond to yacht fire across from Blount Island

Crews responded to a fire aboard a yacht docked off Safe Harbor Way across from Blount Island on Jacksonville’s Northside.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash blocks lanes of Matthews Bridge

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department on Monday said a crash in the westbound lanes of the Matthews Bridge brought lanes to a halt.

JFRD sends disaster response team to flood-ravaged Kentucky

The All Hazards Incident Management Team from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department headed to Kentucky, where there has been massive flooding, Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry said Sunday.

Crash involving motorcycle kills two, seriously injures others on Westside, JFRD says

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a crash involving a car and a motorcycle Saturday night on the Westside.

Fire sparked at Hook & Catch Seafood & Chicken

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department was called to extinguish a fire Friday night at the Hook and Catch Seafood and Chicken restaurant in the Brentwood neighborhood.

Electrical fire sparked aboard USS Milwaukee extinguished by firefighters

An electrical fire was sparked onboard the USS Milwaukee on Friday afternoon, according to Naval Station Mayport.

State fire marshal investigating suspicious fire on Ken Knight Drive, JFRD says

A fire Friday morning at a triplex on Ken Knight Drive is believed to be suspicious, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

New fire station officially opens in fast-growing E-Town community

The city will mark the official opening of a new fire station in one of the fastest-growing communities in Jacksonville.

Lifeline for lifesavers: JFRD adds therapy dogs to help first responders

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department has added therapy dogs, providing another way to help firefighters and dispatchers deal with the emotional trauma that can come with being a first responder.

Pedestrian hit by car on Southside; JRFD reports serious injuries

A pedestrian was hit by a car Monday morning in the Windy Hill neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Trauma alert issued for woman in her 60s after traffic accident downtown Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a crash on Kings Road and North Davis Street Sunday night.

9 people displaced after fire at Westside Jacksonville home

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said rescue crews transported one person after a house fire at a home Monday night on the Westside.

JFRD responds to fire at same San Jose apartment building struck by lightning earlier this month

Firefighters responded Monday to a fire at an apartment building in the San Jose area that was hit by lightning earlier this month, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

Lightning strike sparks fire at Bentley Green Apartments

A fire that was sparked Thursday night at the Bentley Green Apartments in the Baymeadows neighborhood was caused by a lightning strike, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Multiple injuries reported in crash on I-295 near Old St. Augustine Road, JFRD says

Multiple injuries were reported after a crash Saturday night on northbound Interstate 295 near Old St. Augustine Road, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

1 dead in crash on Argyle Forest Boulevard, JFRD says

One person was killed Monday night in a crash on Argyle Forest Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

4 young people injured in crash on Jacksonville’s Westside

Four young people were hospitalized after a crash Friday night on Jacksonville’s Westside, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Hair raises issue for some Jacksonville firefighters who bristle at handling of policy

A group speaking on behalf of Black firefighters within the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department says an issue over hair is being used against some firefighters. The question is whether firefighters should be allowed to have braids and dreadlocks -- or whether they create a safety issue.

After a year: Local firefighter remembers what it was like searching for survivors after Surfside collapse

Monday marked a year since 80 firefighters from Northeast Florida traveled to help search and rescue efforts when the Champlain Towers collapsed in Surfside.

5 people transported after vehicle hits Chili’s in Baymeadows

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a crash Thursday afternoon at the Chili’s restaurant on Baymeadows Road.

Student-athletes vow to join Jacksonville Fire & Rescue after graduating college

Seven Jacksonville student-athletes have an even brighter future ahead of them thanks to some help from the city’s Fire and Rescue Department.

How JFRD works to prevent heat exhaustion

Firefighters already work in extreme conditions, but hot weather makes it much tougher.

State Fire Marshal investigates fire on Jacksonville’s Westside

The state fire marshal is investigating what caused a Westside home to go up in flames early Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Close Call: JFRD crew caught in the line of fire during deadly drive-by shooting

Members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department were caught in the line of fire during what they described as a deadly drive-by shooting that happened Tuesday afternoon on the Westside.

Neighbor saves lives when apartment building catches fire in Atlantic Beach

An apartment fire that destroyed a six-unit complex on Beach Avenue in Atlantic Beach early Tuesday morning spread to a home that was just 5 feet away, causing severe damage to that home also, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

Person stabbed on Westside in critical condition, JSO said

One person is in critical condition after a stabbing on the Westside of Jacksonville, according to JSO.

Injuries reported in crash on Moncrief Road at 45th Street

Injuries were reported Tuesday afternoon in a crash on Moncrief Road at 45th Street, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

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