Polk County BoCC Website
"After the Fire"
Includes brochure and
list of clean up and restoration contractors
New Lighweight Floor and Truss Placard Rule
www.mesothelioma.org
Life and Kids
Fallen Firefighter Survivors
It is with sad hearts that we must inform you of the passing of our friend and first fire chief, Bob Polk. Chief Polk served from 1975 - 1980 as the fire chief and for many years following as the fire marshal of Polk County. Please keep Chief Polk's family in your thoughts and prayers and we will update this page with arrangements as they become available.
Saluting All Our Heroes
September 11th
Remember the Day
Downtown Winter Haven
September 11th 2010
Join us while we pay tribute to those who sacrifice for our freedom each and every day and give honor to those who served and paid the ultimate sacrifice on 9-11.
An evening for the community to honor ALL who wear the uniform.
Military - Firefighters - Law Enforcement - EMS
For more information call:
863-295-9422
karenthompson@mainstreetwinterhaven.com
Auburndale Speedway will be providing free admission to Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, and Law Enforcement Officers on Saturday, September 11th, 2010. Just show an official agency ID. Gates open at 5:00 and racing begins at 7:00. They will be featuring the Pro Truck Series along with other racing that night.
USFA and the International Association of Fire Fighters Develop Best Practices for Emergency Vehicle and Roadway Operations Safety
Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:00:00 -0400
Highlights the results of a U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice supported initiative to enhance emergency vehicle and roadway operations safety for firefighters and law enforcement officers.
USFA Releases Vacant Residential Building Fires Report
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:12:00 -0400
This report presents fire-related findings associated with the recent increase in the number of vacant residential buildings.
USFA Releases Fatal Fires in Residential Buildings Report
An estimated 1,800 fatal residential building fires occur annually in the United States, resulting in an average of 2,635 deaths, 725 injuries, and $196 million in property loss.
USFA Releases One- and Two-Family and Multifamily Residential Fires Topical Reports
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:12:00 -0400
Based on data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) for 2005 to 2007, the reports document that cooking is, by far, the leading cause of fire in both building types, followed by heating.
New National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) Web-Based Data Entry Tool
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:12:00 -0400
USFA recently made available a new National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) web-based data entry tool known as the Data Entry Browser Interface (DEBI). The new DEBI enables total web-based data entry into NFIRS, eliminating the need to download and install client software on the NFIRS user's computer.
Focus on Fire Safety: Residential Hazardous Materials Safety
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 01:05:00 -0400
Residential hazardous materials (hazmat) safety is important in preventing fires in and around your home. Hazmat safety involves the proper handling and storage of combustibles and flammable liquids such as gasoline, kerosene, propane, oil, aerosols, certain household cleaning products, and painting supplies.
Statement from FEMA Administrator Fugate on USFA Administrator Cochran's Announced Departure
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate issued a statement today regarding the announcement that U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran will become the next Fire Chief for the City of Atlanta.
Nonresidential Building Fires
Tue, 25 May 2010 15:12:00 -0400
This report analyzes nonresidential building fires over the 3-year period from 2004 to 2006, with a focus on 2006 data.
U.S. Fire Administrator Receives the Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association 2010 Life Time Achievement Award
Fri, 21 May 2010 17:40:00 -0400
The Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Life Time Achievement Award is given to individuals based on an their history of fire service accomplishments, contributions to the Metro Fire Chiefs Association, contributions to fire safety, demonstrated leadership, challenges overcome or other considerations deemed of great interest by the Fire Chiefs of Metropolitan departments.
Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator Receives Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Award
At the 2010 Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association Annual Conference, Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator Glenn A. Gaines was awarded the prestigious Metropolitan Fire Chiefs President's Award of Distinction.
Tech Talk: Problem Drywall in Homes
Fri, 14 May 2010 13:18:00 -0400
This issue of Tech Talk looks at problem drywall in homes and encourages homeowners to test life safety alarms (smoke/carbon monoxide/gas) that may be adversely impacted by the presence of drywall imported from China.
Grill Fires on Residential Properties
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:02:00 -0400
This report examines the characteristics of the 5,700 grill fires that occur on residential properties each year in the United States, resulting in an estimated average of 10 deaths, 100 injuries, and $37 million in property loss.
USFA Announces Arson Awareness Week Theme for 2010
Thu, 29 Apr 2010 20:00:00 -0400
The United States Fire Administration announces the theme for the 2010 Arson Awareness Week (AAW): Community Arson Prevention. USFA and its partners will use the week of May 2nd to the 8th to focus public attention on the value of community arson prevention and the resources and support necessary to reduce this crime.
USFA and NIOSH Initiate Study of Cancer among Firefighters
Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:18:00 -0400
The United States Fire Administration and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health are partnering on a study to examine the potential for increased risk of cancer among firefighters due to exposures from smoke, soot, and other contaminants in the line of duty.
Selections Announced for Harvard Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:18:00 -0400
Fellowships to attend the Harvard University's Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government have been awarded to six senior fire officials.
The Polk County Fire Rescue Division is the fire service branch of the Polk County Public Safety Department, which is part of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. We provide fire and rescue services for the unicorporated portions of Polk County through our network of 31 fire stations and a series of interlocal agreements with most of the 17 municipalities here in Polk. These interlocal agreements exist in the form of Automatic Aid, Mutual Aid, and contracted service. We also provide service for the City of Eagle Lake, the City of Polk City, the City of Mulberry, the Town of Lake Hamilton, and the Town of Hillcrest Heights.
Polk County Fire Rescue Division Mailing Address: PO Box 1458 Bartow, Fl 33831 Physical Address: Building 250, Suite 1 Bartow Municipal Airport Bartow, FL 33830 Office: (863) 519-7350 Fax: (863) 534-0385