Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR)

On Wednesday, MDFR Lt. Juan Reyes was recognized as the City of Homestead's 2024 Firefighter of the Year. Sponsored by Councilwoman Jenifer Bailey, this award celebrates the commitment, courage, and exceptional service of MDFR firefighters in the community. Lt. Reyes’ dedication to protecting lives and property exemplifies the essence of firefighting. His countless hours spent training, responding to emergencies, and mentoring fellow firefighters highlight his commitment, which has not gone unnoticed. This recognition underscores his outstanding work ethic, professionalism, and significant contributions both in uniform and off duty. Celebrating this achievement with Lt. Reyes were his family, fellow firefighters, and Battalion 10 Chief Ricardo Centeno. Please join us in congratulating Lt. Reyes for this well-deserved distinction. Your dedication and bravery make a difference in our community every day. We extend our sincere gratitude for all that you do!

Don't miss your chance to join the #MDFR #OceanRescue team and make a difference in #OurCounty! Applications for Part-Time MDFR Lifeguards will close on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Apply now by visiting miamidade.gov/jobs and searching for Job ID 89729.

Yesterday, crews from #MDFR #Station24 warmly welcomed Pre-K students from Winston Park Elementary for a tour of the station. The young visitors got an up-close look at some of the apparatuses housed there, including Air Rescue South and Foam 24. During the visit, the crews took the time to engage with the children and answer some questions they had, shared important fire safety tips and offered hands-on opportunities for the kids to experience what it's like to be a firefighter.

#MDFR will be hosting its 2024 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Symposium and Advanced Life Support (ALS) Competition from Nov. 18 to Nov. 22. This event will feature a range of lectures and hands-on training sessions led by expert pre-hospital and emergency healthcare professionals. At the end of the symposium, a challenging ALS competition will be held and the winner of this year’s Florida Cup will be announced. Don’t miss out! Register now at bit.ly/MDFRALS2024

#MDFR’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive wrapped up yesterday, with donations of turkeys, hams, and traditional Thanksgiving sides. Spearheaded by our Community Affairs Bureau, and with help from EMS Academy students, each bureau and division contributed to make this effort possible. The meals will be distributed by Miami-Dade County’s Community Action and Human Services Department to support local families this holiday season.

#MDFR is proud to announce that our Blackheart Extrication and Trauma teams were crowned the 2024 World Rescue Challenge Champions at the World Rescue Challenge in Azores, Portugal! This historic victory makes the Blackhearts the first-ever team to claim both the extrication and trauma championships in the same year. Their accomplishments during the competition include: ??First Place, Overall, Trauma ??First Place, Standard Trauma ??First Place, Incident Command, FF Brandon Post ??First Place, Triage Scenario ??Second Place, Complex Trauma ??Second Place, Physical Entrapment Join us in congratulating the Blackhearts on their outstanding achievements!

On Veterans Day, we honor the courageous men and women who have answered the call to serve and protect our nation. Today, we give special thanks to our #MDFR firefighters who once wore the uniform of our Armed Forces and continue to serve our community with the same dedication. Thank you for your service. #VeteransDay

Catch a glimpse of #MDFR #OceanRescue lifeguards in action, training hard to keep beachgoers safe! Are you ready to make a difference in #OurCounty? MDFR is hiring Part-Time MDFR Lifeguards dedicated to beach safety and rescue. Apply by Nov. 20 by visiting miamidade.gov/jobs and searching for Job ID 89729.

Last month, #MDFR competed in the Firefighter Challenge League World Championships. Also known as the Firefighter Combat Challenge, the competition imitates real-world firefighting operations while participants race against time. Representing MDFR during this competition were Chief Miguel Yanes, Capt. Rick Stephens, Capt. Robert Sheppard, Lt. Pedro Marrero, FF Shaina Szymoniak, FF Jorge Veloso, FF Cole Bramblett and FF Ethan Martinez MDFR extends special congratulations to the following team members for their achievements: ?? Second Place, Men’s Over 40 Relay: Chief Miguel Yanes, Capt. Rick Stephens, Capt. Robert Sheppard, Lt. Pedro Marrero. ?? Third Place, Men’s Over 40 Hybrid: Chief Miguel Yanes, Capt. Rick Stephens, Capt. Robert Sheppard, Lt. Pedro Marrero and FF Remi Diejuste ?? Third Place, Division Two Open: FF Cole Bramblett

#MDFR is proud to announce the delivery of the newest truck in our fleet. #Ladder18 is a 2024 Pierce Manufacturing Enforcer Pumper equipped with a 107-foot Ascendant Rear-Mount Aerial. The new rig boasts a 1,500 gallon per minute Hale Mid-Ship Pump and carries 500-gallons of water. Ladder 18 is slated for assignment to the soon-to-be completed #Station18 in North Miami.