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This is the official page for North Port Fire Rescue in North Port, Florida. Welcome to North Port Fire Rescue’s official page on Facebook!
Because many of our citizens and other stakeholders utilize social media for news and communications, the City of North Port has developed its own social media accounts, which help inform the public about the City’s work and mission. We rely on our own free speech rights to communicate our selected messages. Comments left on the City’s social media sites reflect the views of the commenters, not th
‘When people look at their tax bill, they see a Fire Rescue assessment, so they say, well, Fire Rescue assessments aren’t affected, that’s non ad valorem, so they think it’ not going to touch the fire department at all, and that’s not true, The Fire Rescue assessment is only for the fire portion of our service. Emergency Medical Services, ALS care, all our ambulance services, that’s funded through the general fund. It’s the other half of our budget. And it doesn’t show on your tax bill specifically an EMS bill or an EMS portion, it’s just figured into the ad valorem taxes.”
North Port Fire Rescue Chief Scott TItus spoke with Real Talk this week to address misconceptions about property tax reform in Florida and how the proposed changes will impact public safety in North Port. Watch the video below and visit NorthPortFL.gov/PropertyTax to get the facts
06/09/2026
Fire Station 87 opens for emergency response in North Port!
Located near Manasota Beach Road and Preto Boulevard, Station 87 strengthens North Port Fire Rescue’s coverage in the growing Wellen Park area and supports faster, more efficient emergency response as rapid growth continues.
With collaboration from Fire Rescue staff, Station 87 was funded and constructed by the developer and will be paid for through the Wellen Park/West Villages Development District impact-fee framework.
Please join us in welcoming Fire Station 87 into service!
Our Mission - Provide Exceptional Public Safety Services in a Safe, Compassionate and Professional Manner
06/09/2026
A familiar face has a new title- Engineer Luke Byrd is now Lieutenant Byrd!
After years of dedication, hard work, and service to the North Port community, Luke has officially been promoted to Lieutenant.
The transition from Engineer to Lieutenant reflects the leadership, professionalism, and commitment he has demonstrated throughout his career. We are confident he will continue to lead by example and serve both our members and community with distinction.
Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Byrd on this well-earned promotion and wishing him success in his new role.
Congratulations, Lieutenant Byrd!
06/08/2026
Update: Shaking has been felt across much of Florida in the aftermath of the 6.1 magnitude quake just west of Cuba.
*NO* tsunami threat is expected from the earthquake.
06/07/2026
06/06/2026
North Port Fire Rescue units are on scene of a vehicle fire that spread into an adjacent vacant lot.
Crews arrived to find the vehicle fully involved, with fire extending into approximately 1/4 acre of heavy vegetation. Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control and are currently conducting mop-up operations.
The Florida Forest Service is responding to assist.
A new episode of Voices of Fire Rescue is here!
In this episode, Chief Titus chats with Firefighter/Engineer Tyler Griffith. Tyler shares what first sparked his interest in becoming a firefighter, his decision to transition from Sarasota County to North Port Fire Rescue and what he has learned throughout his career.
Listen at NorthPortFL.gov/Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts!
06/05/2026
NPFR, North Port Police Department and FPL are on scene of a residential structure fire in the 5400 block of Holiday Park Boulevard. The structure is a single-story mobile home. The home was fully involved upon arrival, and the fire is now out. Crews are busy on scene, ensuring the fire is fully extinguished and that surrounding properties remain safe. The State Fire Marshal has been contacted. No injuries to the occupant or FD personnel.
06/05/2026
Please join us in welcoming FF/EMT Blaze Cochrane to North Port Fire Rescue!
With a name like Blaze, a career in the fire service almost seems fitting.
Originally from Fort Myers, Blaze grew up playing baseball, riding BMX, and staying active in sports. He also comes from a family with ties to the fire service, which helped inspire his path toward becoming a firefighter.
Before joining NPFR, Blaze proudly served five years in the United States Navy as a Seabee (Builder Second Class). During his military service, he worked on large-scale construction projects overseas while leading teams and managing critical operations, experiences that helped shape his leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Blaze was drawn to North Port Fire Rescue because of the department's strong reputation, commitment to professionalism, and the opportunity to serve a growing community while continuing to develop as a firefighter and EMT.
When he's not at work, Blaze enjoys staying active in the gym, following sports, spending time outdoors, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers.
We're excited to have Blaze as part of the NPFR family and look forward to the impact he'll make on our department and community. Welcome aboard!
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4980 City Center Boulevard
North Port, FL
34286