Alachua County Fire Rescue

09/06/2026

🚑 **Exciting Night at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium!** 🏟️

Tonight, our ACFR crews were on-site for the Florida Gators season opener! 🎉

With 40 crew members stationed throughout the stadium, we’re here to ensure the safety and well-being of all spectators. Whether it’s a minor injury or a medical need, our team is ready to assist you. 🏈🐊🚒🚑

09/04/2026

🚒🚨 Today, Greg Healy, Brian McMann, Matt McFadden, Chris Allenburg, and Brandon Tenney graduated from the ACFR Lieutenant Academy. The Lieutenant Academy is a rigorous 8-day program designed to prepare employees for all aspects of the company officer role. The students were challenged physically, mentally, and emotionally while training on supervision, leadership, training and mentoring, and tactical decision making. Congratulations! 👏👏

09/04/2026

🌟 **Celebrating Excellence at the Hometown Heroes Awards Gala!** 🌟

Last night in Ocala, we gathered to honor our local heroes at the Hometown Heroes Awards Gala. 🎉 Three employees from ACFR were recognized for their outstanding dedication and service to our community!

Their commitment to going above and beyond truly embodies the spirit of teamwork and compassion. 🙌💙

Join us in congratulating:
- D/O Adrian Ovalle- Act of Valor
- Captain Jennifer Allee-Finalist
- FF//PM Christian Beauchamp-Finalist

Thank you for your hard work and inspiring all of us to strive for excellence! ✨

09/03/2026

Congratulations to all the amazing ladies and gentlemen at ACFR for completing 1 year of probation! 🚑🚒

Reaching this milestone is no small feat, and we are thrilled to celebrate your hard work and dedication. As a special recognition of your achievement, you each receive a brand new pair of leather fire boots, a shiny new helmet, a fresh hood, new gloves and your name tag for the back of your gear!

We look forward to seeing all the great things you will accomplish in your careers at ACFR.

08/28/2026

🚒🔥 Last night, crews from ACFR and GFR responded to a local freestanding ER in reference to a reported structure fire. Facility evacuated. Initial reports indicated 12 individuals needing transport to another facility. At that time, MSU24 was dispatched and responded to the scene to assist with transport. Due to quick actions of all personnel on scene, 4 patients transported. No injuries reported on scene.

08/26/2026

🚑 **NOW HIRING: MIH Paramedic!**

From emergency response to community resilience, we’re looking for dedicated professionals who want to make a lasting impact! 🌟

As a Paramedic with ACFR's Mobile Integrated Health Team, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare providers and community partners. Join our multidisciplinary team to engage and educate underserved and high-risk residents of Alachua County.

😎 **Be the change you want to see

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08/24/2026

🚑 **NOW HIRING: MIH Paramedic!**

From emergency response to community resilience, we’re looking for dedicated professionals who want to make a lasting impact! 🌟

As a Paramedic with ACFR's Mobile Integrated Health Team, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare providers and community partners. Join our multidisciplinary team to engage and educate underserved and high-risk residents of Alachua County.

😎 **Be the change you want to see!

Graduation from high school or equivalent.Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided:1. Current St...

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

🚒✨ ** ACFR Pinning Ceremony! ** 🎉

Recently, Alachua County Fire Rescue held their pinning ceremony to celebrate recent Lieutenant and Driver Operator promotions and class 25-002 and 26-001 recruits completing their orientation. We're proud of their dedication and commitment to serving our community!

We can't wait to see all the incredible things you will achieve! 💪❤️

08/19/2026

🎉 **Congratulations to Daniel Weaver on his Promotion to Battalion Chief!** 🚒
He was hired in August 2017 as a Rescue Lieutenant. After just five years, he was promoted to Lieutenant in August 2022, and in August 2025, he took on the role of Training Lieutenant.

Daniel has also contributed significantly to our team through his involvement with the MARC3 and EMS Steering Committee .

Here’s to new challenges and continued success in your new role, Chief Weaver! 🚑🚨🔥🚒