‘Keep going’: Body cam shows St. Johns County deputies pulling driver away from fiery crash on I-95
Read full article: ‘Keep going’: Body cam shows St. Johns County deputies pulling driver away from fiery crash on I-95A driver was ejected in a fiery crash that shut down I-95 southbound between International Golf Parkway and State Road 16 on Saturday, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Traffic Alert: Lingering backups on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fire
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Lingering backups on I-95 in St. Johns County after semi-truck fire sparks brush fireAll northbound lanes on I-95 at MM 315 are closed due to a semi-truck on fire, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said.
St. Johns Fire Rescue dedicates fallen firefighter memorial
Read full article: St. Johns Fire Rescue dedicates fallen firefighter memorialLast week, St. Johns County Fire Rescue dedicated a permanent Fallen Firefighter Memorial honoring firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty and recognizing the courage, sacrifice, and commitment that define the profession.
Fire rescue calls surge by 3,000 in St. Johns County. What caused the spike?
Read full article: Fire rescue calls surge by 3,000 in St. Johns County. What caused the spike?St. Johns County Fire Rescue (SCFR) handled nearly 68,000 calls for service in 2025, marking an increase from about 65,000 calls in 2024. That’s roughly 3,000 more calls in just one year.
TRAFFIC ALERT: All lanes of I-95 in St. Johns County reopen after fiery crash
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: All lanes of I-95 in St. Johns County reopen after fiery crashAll north and southbound lanes on Interstate 95 between State Road 206 and State Road 207 in St. Johns County were closed due to a fiery traffic accident.
Firefighters battle brush fire on County Road 13A North in St. Augustine
Read full article: Firefighters battle brush fire on County Road 13A North in St. AugustineFirefighters are working to contain a brush fire on County Road 13A North near Ashton Oaks Drive. According to St. Johns County Fire Rescue, crews arrived to find a controlled burn that had escaped and spread into nearby woods.
‘It could have been worse,’ Officials stress boat lift safety after 5 injured in Vilano Beach dock collapse
Read full article: ‘It could have been worse,’ Officials stress boat lift safety after 5 injured in Vilano Beach dock collapseFive people were hospitalized with minor injuries after a dock collapsed at a Porpoise Point Drive residence Thursday evening, prompting safety officials to emphasize the importance of proper boat lift maintenance and operation.
5 injured after dock collapses in Vilano Beach, St. Johns County Fire Rescue says
Read full article: 5 injured after dock collapses in Vilano Beach, St. Johns County Fire Rescue saysFive people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries on Thursday after a dock collapsed in Vilano Beach, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
2 cats saved after golf cart sparks blaze in garage of Shearwater home, St. Johns County firefighters say
Read full article: 2 cats saved after golf cart sparks blaze in garage of Shearwater home, St. Johns County firefighters sayTwo cats were rescued Monday morning from a house fire on Lombard Way in the Shearwater neighborhood of St. Johns County that firefighters believe was sparked by a golf cart in the garage.
1 cat dies, another saved in Julington Creek house fire; cause under investigation
Read full article: 1 cat dies, another saved in Julington Creek house fire; cause under investigationFirefighters responded to the scene of a house fire Tuesday morning in the Julington Creek area, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
1 transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries after crash involving bicycle in St. Johns County
Read full article: 1 transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries after crash involving bicycle in St. Johns CountyOne person was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries Wednesday morning following a crash involving a car and a bicycle in St. Johns County, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue battalion chief saves pilot who crashed in marsh near US 1
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue battalion chief saves pilot who crashed in marsh near US 1Crews were on scene of an aircraft down Thursday morning in the marsh north of the St. Augustine Airport, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
St. Johns County firefighters rescue 2 adults from boat after it struck sandbar during storm
Read full article: St. Johns County firefighters rescue 2 adults from boat after it struck sandbar during stormSt. Johns County Fire Rescue said it rescued two adults whose boat took on water after striking a sandbar during a storm on Saturday morning.
St. Johns County prepares for growth with new fire station and firefighter hires for Silverleaf community
Read full article: St. Johns County prepares for growth with new fire station and firefighter hires for Silverleaf communityFirefighters are coming to the Silverleaf neighborhood in St. Johns County, one of the fastest-growing counties in Florida.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue’s on-scene blood transfusion saves man who only had 8% chance of survival
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue’s on-scene blood transfusion saves man who only had 8% chance of survivalSt. Johns County Fire and Rescue has significantly improved survival rates by carrying blood to critical accident scenes. Here's how the program works
Crash with injuries causing major traffic backups on I-95 at Race Track Road overpass in St. Johns County
Read full article: Crash with injuries causing major traffic backups on I-95 at Race Track Road overpass in St. Johns CountyA crash with injuries involving a motorcycle was causing major traffic backups on Interstate 95 at the Race Track Road overpass Thursday morning, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
3 rescued from St. Augustine Inlet after boat capsizes, firefighters say
Read full article: 3 rescued from St. Augustine Inlet after boat capsizes, firefighters sayEarly Wednesday morning, multiple agencies worked together to rescue three people from the St. Augustine Inlet after their boat capsized.
Traffic Alert: Semi-truck crash on I-95 in St. Johns County causing backups at International Golf Parkway
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Semi-truck crash on I-95 in St. Johns County causing backups at International Golf ParkwayEmergency crews were on the scene of a crash involving a semi-truck on I-95 Tuesday afternoon.
‘Sad for people who had it built’: Neighbors who witnessed St. Augustine house fire react to home’s partial destruction
Read full article: ‘Sad for people who had it built’: Neighbors who witnessed St. Augustine house fire react to home’s partial destructionA fire broke out Monday afternoon at a home in St. Augustine, prompting a swift response from crews with the St. Johns County Fire Rescue and St. Augustine Fire Department.
‘Biggest thing is preparation’: St. Johns County fire crews say staying hydrated day before shift is crucial to success
Read full article: ‘Biggest thing is preparation’: St. Johns County fire crews say staying hydrated day before shift is crucial to successHot weather continues to permeate the Jacksonville area, and while we’ve been telling residents how to stay safe and cool, some professions, like firefighting, make it a little more difficult to accomplish.
Search called off after rescuers say no evidence of personal watercraft crash near Bridge of Lions
Read full article: Search called off after rescuers say no evidence of personal watercraft crash near Bridge of LionsOfficials responded around 8:50 p.m., after receiving a call about a watercraft crashing into a buoy. The search prompted the temporary closure of The Bridge of Lions.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue receives nearly $100,000 to address mental health and substance abuse cases
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue receives nearly $100,000 to address mental health and substance abuse casesSt. Johns County Fire Rescue secured a $99,580 federal grant to expand mental health and substance use disorder response capabilities while addressing a paramedic shortage in the region.
Florida sees rise in fires linked to cheap chargers for lithium golf cart batteries; expert gives tips to avoid them
Read full article: Florida sees rise in fires linked to cheap chargers for lithium golf cart batteries; expert gives tips to avoid themKnowing how to properly charge your golf cart is not just about keeping it powered—it’s also about preventing potentially devastating fires at home. The St. Johns County Fire Department has seen a rise in fires linked to golf carts, especially those with lithium batteries. Chris Naff of St. Johns Fire and Rescue said, “We are seeing about a 6 to 7% increase on our fires for golf carts over the last few years.”
Man dies after fall from 15-foot ladder while working at St. Augustine City Hall, firefighters say
Read full article: Man dies after fall from 15-foot ladder while working at St. Augustine City Hall, firefighters sayA man fell off a 15-foot ladder Friday and was critically injured while working at St. Augustine City Hall in the Lightner Museum, according to a spokesperson for St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
No injuries reported following fire at resort in Ponte Vedra Beach
Read full article: No injuries reported following fire at resort in Ponte Vedra BeachSt. Johns County Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire earlier today at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, located in the 1000 block of TPC Boulevard in Ponte Vedra Beach.
Firefighters extinguish boat fire at Trout Creek Memorial Park
Read full article: Firefighters extinguish boat fire at Trout Creek Memorial ParkA boat fire broke out Saturday morning at Trout Creek Memorial Park and Marina, leading to a quick response from St. Johns County Fire Rescue, according to a social media update from the department.
Pilot hospitalized with minor injuries after small plane crash in Hastings
Read full article: Pilot hospitalized with minor injuries after small plane crash in HastingsA single-engine aircraft crashed in a field near Hastings on Saturday afternoon, leading to an emergency response from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Traffic Alert: Crash blocking lanes of I-95 South at SR-206 in St. Johns County, causing miles of backups
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Crash blocking lanes of I-95 South at SR-206 in St. Johns County, causing miles of backupsRescue crews were on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries on I-95 south at State Road 206 in St. Johns County.
New $14.5M St. Johns County fire station/sheriff’s operation center in SilverLeaf set to open in 2026
Read full article: New $14.5M St. Johns County fire station/sheriff’s operation center in SilverLeaf set to open in 2026The St. Johns County Board of Commissioners recently approved a new combined facility for St. Johns County Fire Rescue and the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue battles brush fire in St. Augustine
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue battles brush fire in St. AugustineSt. Johns County Fire Rescue said on Saturday that its crews are working a brush fire in St. Augustine. SJCFR said the fire occurred in the area of County Road 214 and Carter Road and, along with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, have asked the community to avoid the area.
St. Johns County Fire and Rescue’s brand-new blood transfusion team already making a difference
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire and Rescue’s brand-new blood transfusion team already making a differenceSt. Johns County Fire and Rescue’s new blood transfusion team was put to the test by providing critical care to a patient involved in a motorcycle accident at the intersection of State Road 16 and County Road 16A in World Golf Village on Tuesday.
No burn authorizations will be issued for Clay, Duval, Nassau counties due to weather
Read full article: No burn authorizations will be issued for Clay, Duval, Nassau counties due to weatherThe Florida Forest Service will not be issuing burning authorizations for Clay, Duval, and Nassau counties due to unfavorable weather conditions on Thursday.
‘I had no stairs anymore’: Homeowner grateful no one injured after truck crashes into his South Ponte Vedra home
Read full article: ‘I had no stairs anymore’: Homeowner grateful no one injured after truck crashes into his South Ponte Vedra homeSt. Johns County Fire Rescue responded to a multi-vehicle crash on South Ponte Vedra Boulevard and found a vehicle that crashed into a building, trapping residents inside early Friday morning.
Fire Chief highlights wildfire challenges, new vehicles approved for St. Johns County
Read full article: Fire Chief highlights wildfire challenges, new vehicles approved for St. Johns CountySt. Johns County Fire Rescue is expanding its fleet with the approval of three new brush trucks and high-water vehicles.
2024 was the busiest year on record for SJC firefighters. How the department is keeping up with the increase
Read full article: 2024 was the busiest year on record for SJC firefighters. How the department is keeping up with the increaseSt. Johns County firefighters responded to nearly 65,000 events in the past year, marking a 1.9% increase from last year, according to the fire department.
‘Some of those scenes are unpredictable’: New Florida law to create barrier between first responders and the public
Read full article: ‘Some of those scenes are unpredictable’: New Florida law to create barrier between first responders and the publicA new bill creates a 25-foot barrier between first responders and the public. Anyone who comes within that barrier will get a warning. And if they don’t leave, they could face criminal consequences.
‘Forgiveness’: St. Johns County priest shares hope-filled message after being stabbed while having coffee
Read full article: ‘Forgiveness’: St. Johns County priest shares hope-filled message after being stabbed while having coffeeA St. Augustine pastor is almost back in the pulpit after a random stabbing attack while having coffee in downtown St. Augustine in October.
‘Pulling people out left and right’: 2 people in critical condition after near-drowning incidents in SJC, Hanna Park
Read full article: ‘Pulling people out left and right’: 2 people in critical condition after near-drowning incidents in SJC, Hanna ParkTwo people were transported to local hospitals in critical condition Sunday afternoon after being pulled from the ocean in Ponte Vedra Beach and Hanna Park.
St. Johns County celebrates opening of new fire station, sheriff’s office substation
Read full article: St. Johns County celebrates opening of new fire station, sheriff’s office substationSt. Johns County officials hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday morning to celebrate the opening of a new fire station and sheriff’s office substation.
Storm damage in Hastings ‘likely’ caused by straight-line winds from microburst: NWS
Read full article: Storm damage in Hastings ‘likely’ caused by straight-line winds from microburst: NWSSeveral homes and vehicles in Hastings were damaged by a severe thunderstorm that brought strong winds and heavy rain Friday evening, according to Putnam County Fire Rescue.
Traffic moving slowly after lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County following 8-vehicle crash
Read full article: Traffic moving slowly after lanes reopen on I-95 in St. Johns County following 8-vehicle crashTraffic is blocked after an eight-vehicle crash on northbound Interstate 95 near State Road 207 in St. Johns County.
VIDEO: 2 rescued from sinking boat caught in ‘rough’ Vilano Beach waters
Read full article: VIDEO: 2 rescued from sinking boat caught in ‘rough’ Vilano Beach watersTwo boaters were saved from a sinking boat that reached “rough” conditions Wednesday in Vilano Beach, according to the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
‘Shocking and tragic’: SJC fire chief shares condolences after lieutenant, wife found dead in apparent murder-suicide
Read full article: ‘Shocking and tragic’: SJC fire chief shares condolences after lieutenant, wife found dead in apparent murder-suicideA St. Johns County Fire Rescue lieutenant and his wife were found dead in their home after what the sheriff’s office called a murder-suicide.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue lieutenant, wife found dead in apparent murder-suicide: SJCO
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue lieutenant, wife found dead in apparent murder-suicide: SJCOA St. Johns County Fire Rescue lieutenant and his wife were found dead in their home after what the sheriff’s office called a murder-suicide.
2 missing canoers found dead in Hastings
Read full article: 2 missing canoers found dead in HastingsSt. Johns County Fire Rescue, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and several other agencies are searching for two missing canoers on a pond on George Miller Road in Hastings Saturday afternoon.
Man recalls moment he jumped into to action to help save 2 swimmers pulled from water at Mickler’s Beach
Read full article: Man recalls moment he jumped into to action to help save 2 swimmers pulled from water at Mickler’s BeachSt. Johns County Fire Rescue and Marine Rescue had a busy Sunday as crews had to help out multiple swimmers on the beach because of strong rip currents.
St. Johns County welcomes new fire chief, launches updated logo as SJFR marks 25 years of service
Read full article: St. Johns County welcomes new fire chief, launches updated logo as SJFR marks 25 years of serviceAs the St. Johns County Fire Rescue marked 25 years of service to the community, it also introduced a new chief, who has spent over two decades years with the department.
Man pulled from water at St. Augustine Beach after hour-long search, taken to hospital
Read full article: Man pulled from water at St. Augustine Beach after hour-long search, taken to hospitalOne person was taken to the hospital Thursday afternoon after being recused by the St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Thousands of potatoes spilled in multi-vehicle St. Johns County crash that shut down I-95
Read full article: Thousands of potatoes spilled in multi-vehicle St. Johns County crash that shut down I-95Hundreds of potatoes scattered, smothered and covered the side of Interstate 95 on Wednesday following a multi-vehicle crash that shut down lanes for hours.
Man, woman, dog injured in small plane crash outside Northeast Florida Regional Airport
Read full article: Man, woman, dog injured in small plane crash outside Northeast Florida Regional AirportA man, woman and a dog were transported for treatment of injuries Thursday evening in a small place crash that occurred just outside Northeast Florida Regional Airport.
Semi, train involved in crash at US-1 & FL-16; no injuries reported
Read full article: Semi, train involved in crash at US-1 & FL-16; no injuries reportedSt. Johns County Fire Rescue on Friday night responded to a crash involving a semitruck and train near the intersection of State Road 16 and U.S. 1.
Ponte Vedra Beach library closed due to lightning strike repairs
Read full article: Ponte Vedra Beach library closed due to lightning strike repairsThe Ponte Vedra Beach Branch of the St. Johns County Public Library System is temporarily closed due to emergency repairs to damage caused by a lightning strike last week, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners’ Office of Public Affairs said Friday.
Pilot safe after small airplane makes emergency landing in water near downtown St. Augustine
Read full article: Pilot safe after small airplane makes emergency landing in water near downtown St. AugustineA pilot was unscathed after the small airplane they were flying landed in the water near downtown St. Augustine on Sunday morning.
Family: Retired nurse dies in house fire in West Augustine neighborhood
Read full article: Family: Retired nurse dies in house fire in West Augustine neighborhoodOne person was found dead after a house fire Friday afternoon in the West Augustine neighborhood, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
2 more people die after CR 210 crash, St. Johns County deputies say
Read full article: 2 more people die after CR 210 crash, St. Johns County deputies sayTwo more people have died after a crash Thursday morning at County Road 210 West and South Hampton Club Way, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said.
1 killed, 5 hurt in CR 210 crash, St. Johns County Fire Rescue says
Read full article: 1 killed, 5 hurt in CR 210 crash, St. Johns County Fire Rescue saysOne person was killed and five other people were injured in a crash Thursday morning at County Road 210 West and South Hampton Club Way, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
Bicyclist struck, critically injured on CR 210, St. Johns County Fire Rescue says
Read full article: Bicyclist struck, critically injured on CR 210, St. Johns County Fire Rescue saysA man in his 60s was struck while riding a bicycle on County Road 210 just before 8 a.m. Wednesday, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue.
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St. Johns County crews rescue dog from drainage pipe
Read full article: St. Johns County crews rescue dog from drainage pipeCrews worked for a couple of hours Saturday to rescue a dog stuck in a drainage pipe, according to St. Johns County Fire Rescue. Fire Rescue and the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office responded Saturday morning to the call for help. The dog’s owner told first responders that the dog, who’s visually impaired and deaf, disappeared after he got out of his house by accident. Crews worked for about two hours to free the dog from the center of the pipe. Fire Rescue said the dog was scared and tired, but he was not injured.
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St. Johns County Fire Rescue welcomes adorable new member
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue welcomes adorable new memberST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – The St. Johns County Fire Rescue (SJCFR) welcomed a new (and adorable) member on Wednesday. Roxy, a black lab, will work alongside the Community Relations Team. “We will share all of her adventures and all the new friends she meets along the way!” SJCFR said. You can follow Roxy’s journey here.
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Cars back up on US 1 as hundreds wait to get St. Johns County’s vaccinations
Read full article: Cars back up on US 1 as hundreds wait to get St. Johns County’s vaccinationsST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County vaccinated people 65 years old and above for COVID-19 on Thursday, attracting a line of cars trying to reach its office off U.S. 1 north of State Road 16. “It would have been better if they had rolled this thing out with a plan, saying, ‘This is what you need to do,’” St. Johns County resident Michael Gurski said. Either the system wasn’t capable (or of) taking, I guess, the volume of calls.”To schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment in St. Johns County, visit stjohns.floridahealth.gov. For additional information regarding local vaccination operations, contact the Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County at 904-506-6081 or stjohnsfeedback@flhealth.gov. Visit the St. Johns County COVID-19 vaccinations webpage at www.sjcfl.us/coronavirusvaccinations or text SJCVACCINE to 888777 to receive updates.
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What we know about St. Johns County’s COVID-19 vaccination plan
Read full article: What we know about St. Johns County’s COVID-19 vaccination planScores of cars in line to get COVID-19 vaccines at the St. Johns County Health Department early Thursday afternoon. Members of St. Johns County Fire Rescue also started receiving the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday. St. Johns County and the Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County are working together on the first phase of vaccine distribution to the public. In the future, to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment with the state Department of Health in St. Johns County, visit stjohns.floridahealth.gov. Visit the St. Johns County COVID-19 vaccinations webpage at www.sjcfl.us/coronavirusvaccinations or text SJCVACCINE to 888777 to receive updates.
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Vehicle catches fire in garage of Ponte Vedra townhome
Read full article: Vehicle catches fire in garage of Ponte Vedra townhomePONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – A vehicle caught fire in the garage of a home in Ponte Vedra Beach on Monday morning, authorities said. The fire was reported at 9:37 a.m. near Ponte Vedra Boulevard and Corona Road. St. Johns County Fire Rescue and they called Jacksonville Fire and Rescue for mutual aid. The fire was contained to the garage and limited damage was reported, SJCFR said. Firefighters said no injuries were reported.
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3 teens injured in Nocatee golf cart crash
Read full article: 3 teens injured in Nocatee golf cart crashNOCATEE, Fla. St. Johns County Fire Rescue says three teenagers were taken to Wolfson Childrens Hospital after a golf cart they were in hit a light pole in the Nocatee community. The accident happened just after noon near the intersection of Preservation Trail and Regal Willow Road. There was no word on the age of the operator. News4Jax is trying to learn more about the accident and the people who were injured. This article will be updated when more information becomes available.
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Kitten rescued from storm drain thanks to St. Johns County Fire Rescue
Read full article: Kitten rescued from storm drain thanks to St. Johns County Fire RescueST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. St. Johns County Fire Rescue personnel on Saturday rescued a kitten from a storm drain. Fire Rescue said it received a call Saturday afternoon about a duckling stuck in a storm drain, but when the first responders arrived, they realized it wasnt a duckling. It was a kitten. The kitten was rescued and now has a new fur-ever home, Fire Rescue said.

Woman's body found in Intracoastal Waterway near St. Augustine Shores
Read full article: Woman's body found in Intracoastal Waterway near St. Augustine ShoresST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is working to identify a woman whose body was found Monday morning in the Intracoastal Waterway. Deputies were called to the waterway near The Riverview Club by St. Augustine Shores around 8:30 a.m. St. John's County Fire Rescue launched a vessel into the water and found the body drifting in the waterway. The woman is described as a black female, with an age range in her late teens to late 20s. At this time, deputies have received no reports of missing persons, or significant events in the area that might help to identify the woman. Anyone with any information regarding a person who matches these descriptors is asked to contact the St. John's County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit.

Airplane crashes into marsh near St. Augustine airport
Read full article: Airplane crashes into marsh near St. Augustine airportST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - Two people were injured when an airplane crashed into the intracoastal waterway Sunday morning near the Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine. According to St. Johns County Fire Rescue, the passengers were pulled from the Mooney M20J, a single engine low wing aircraft, around 9:30 a.m. by nearby boaters. The pilot of the plane, St. Augustine resident John Bailey, told FHP investigators he was attempting to land at the airport and experienced mechanical failures, according to a crash report from FHP. "We were fishing in a small creek south of St. Augustine airport. All inbound and outbound flights were temporarily stopped at the St. Augustine airport, according to the airport's website.

Truck bursts into flames in St. Augustine
Read full article: Truck bursts into flames in St. AugustineST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - Customers at a Walmart in St. Augustine witnessed a refrigeration truck fire in the parking lot. The St. Johns County Fire Rescue put out the fire quickly and said no one was injured. The cause of the fire is not yet known. The owner of the truck said he had about $15,000 worth of tools in it that are covered by insurance. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

Truck fire in St. Sugustine
Read full article: Truck fire in St. SugustineST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - Customers at Walmart in St. Augustine witnessed a refrigeration truck fire in the parking lot. The St. Johns County Fire Rescue put out the fire quickly and no one was injured. The cause of the fire is not yet known. The owner of the truck says he had about $15,000 worth of tools that are covered by insurance. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

HazMat teams burn off large propane gas leak
Read full article: HazMat teams burn off large propane gas leakSJCFR HazMat crews use the "flaring" process to burn off a gas leak at the St. Johns County Communication Center. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - A gas leak in St. Johns County had to be burned off Friday afternoon after multiple mitigation efforts. St. Johns County Fire Rescue posted photos to Facebook. Crews responded to the St. Johns County Communication Center at 240 A1A North when a caller reported smelling gas in the area. SJCFR HazMat teams responded and attempted to mitigate the leak, but were unsuccessful due to the damaged condition of the tank.

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