Marco Island Fire Rescue

Earlier today, Marco Island was proud to welcome an intern from Collier County Emergency Management for a behind-the-scenes look at Marco Island Fire Rescue Headquarters and the City of Marco Island Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

During the visit, the intern had the opportunity to learn how our Fire Rescue personnel, City staff, and emergency management partners work together to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies affecting our community. Discussions included emergency planning, incident management, hurricane preparedness, interagency coordination, and the critical role the Emergency Operations Center plays during significant events.

We are always proud to support the next generation of emergency management professionals and share the collaborative efforts that help keep Marco Island safe, prepared, and resilient.

🚨 REPRESENTING MARCO ISLAND FIRE RESCUE ON THE NATIONAL STAGE

Marco Island Fire Rescue is proud to recognize Deputy Chief Matt Marshall, who recently traveled to Baltimore to serve as an instructor at the IAFC Hazardous Materials Conference.

Chief Marshall taught his nationally recognized class, “How Not to Blow Up at a Tanker Truck Rollover,” providing responders from across the country with practical, real-world training on cargo tank emergencies. Topics included rollover dynamics, product identification, valving and offload points, and critical decision-making during hazardous materials incidents.

The class concluded with hands-on training using a live cargo tanker outside Camden Yards, giving attendees the opportunity to apply classroom concepts directly to the equipment they may encounter in the field.

Opportunities like this showcase the expertise within Marco Island Fire Rescue and reinforce our commitment to training, education, and responder safety. When our members teach on the national stage, that knowledge and experience come right back home to benefit our community.

Congratulations, Chief Marshall, and thank you for representing Marco Island Fire Rescue with excellence.

Smoke Advisory

Marco Island Fire Rescue is aware of the smoke and hazy conditions affecting portions of the island this morning.

Due to light winds and increased humidity overnight, smoke from a brush fire burning within Big Cypress National Preserve has drifted into the area and is visible across Marco Island. Conditions are expected to improve throughout the day as temperatures rise and winds increase.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact Marco Island Fire Rescue at 239-389-5040.

In the event of an emergency, call 911. Stay safe, Marco Island. 🚒💨

10:00 am UPDATE: ROADWAY IS OPEN. One person was treated for non life threatening injuries and did not require transport.

9:35am - June 17th (Wednesday) :Traffic Advisory: Intersection of San Marco Road and S. Heathwood Drive.

Police and Fire units are currently on scene at the above intersection for a motor vehicle collision with injuries.

Please avoid the area. The eastbound lane of San Marco Road is currently shutdown.

New Fire Engine Delivered to Marco Island

Marco Island Fire Rescue has received its new Pierce 4x4 Freightliner Class A Pumper.

The new apparatus is equipped with a 1,500 GPM pump, a 750-gallon water tank, and a front bumper-mounted turret. It was specifically designed using lessons learned during Hurricane Ian, when floodwaters limited access for traditional fire apparatus while crews responded to multiple structure fires and vehicle fires caused by lithium-ion batteries.

With its four-wheel-drive capability and specialized design, this apparatus will help firefighters respond more effectively to fires and other emergencies during flood conditions. It will also serve as a reserve engine, enhancing fleet reliability and operational readiness.

The City of Marco Island received state appropriations funding to assist with the purchase of this apparatus. Marco Island Fire Rescue extends its sincere appreciation to Senator Kathleen Passidomo for her continued support of public safety funding and to the City Council for their commitment to enhancing the Department’s emergency response capabilities.

Over the next several weeks, firefighters will complete driver and operational training while the apparatus is fully equipped and prepared for service. A traditional push-in ceremony will be scheduled and announced once the engine is fully outfitted and ready to serve the Marco Island community.

The City of Marco Island will host its annual Fourth of July fireworks show on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time and celebrate safely.

To learn more, click the link below:

https://ow.ly/hMHU50Z9WZZ

Firefighters from Marco Island Fire Rescue recently visited The Watermark at Marco Island to meet with residents and discuss important fire safety topics.

Following the resident presentation, employees participated in hands-on fire extinguisher training led by Fire Rescue personnel. Members of our Fire Marshal’s Office and Fire Inspectors also met with kitchen staff to review fire prevention practices and discuss fire safety best practices in a commercial kitchen environment.

Community education and fire prevention are a vital part of our mission. We appreciate the opportunity to work with the residents and staff at The Watermark and remain committed to helping keep our community safe.

At approximately 2:00 p.m., a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred approximately 65 miles off the west-northwest coast of Cuba.

Some residents throughout South Florida, including Marco Island, reported feeling minor tremors or buildings shaking. At this time, no significant impacts, damage, or injuries have been reported in Marco Island.

According to the National Tsunami Warning Center, there is no tsunami threat associated with this earthquake.

The City of Marco Island will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if necessary.