Longwood Fire Department

06/08/2026

🌊️ Drowning Prevention Starts with You 🌊

As temperatures rise and more families head to the pool, lake, or beach, water safety should always be a top priority. Drowning can happen quickly and silently—often in less than a minute.

Help keep your loved ones safe by following these important tips:
🏊 Always designate a responsible adult to actively watch children around water
👀 Stay within arm’s reach of young or inexperienced swimmers
📵 Put phones and distractions away while supervising
🦺 Use properly fitted life jackets when boating or around open water
🏊 Enroll children in swim lessons and learn basic water safety skills
🚪 Secure pools with fencing, self-closing gates, and alarms when possible

Remember: Drowning is preventable, and constant supervision is the best defense.
Let's make this a safe summer for everyone in our community.

06/03/2026

✂️🎉 Congratulations to OCA (Opportunity • Community • Ability) on their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

The City of Longwood was honored to join OCA in celebrating this exciting addition to our community.

Thank you for inviting our City representatives and the Longwood Fire Department to be part of such a special day.
We wish OCA continued success as they create opportunities, build community, and make a positive impact for individuals with special needs.

Welcome to Longwood! 💙

06/02/2026

🩺❤️ Free Blood Pressure Checks at Longwood Fire Department ❤️🩺

Did you know the Longwood Fire Department offers free blood pressure checks for our community?

Our firefighters are here to serve you both in emergencies and through everyday wellness initiatives. If you'd like to have your blood pressure checked, stop by:

📍 Fire Station 15 or Fire Station 17
🕘 Any day of the week from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

No appointment is necessary—just stop in and say hello!

We appreciate the support our community shows us year-round. While blood pressure checks are always free, we gladly accept cards and non-perishable food donations to help support our firefighters and community outreach efforts.

⚠️ Please note: We cannot accept fire extinguishers, old gasoline, batteries, or other hazardous materials.

Your health matters to us. We look forward to seeing you at the station!

06/02/2026

🚨 Smoke Alarms Save Lives 🚨

A working smoke alarm is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your family from fire.

If you live within the City of Longwood and need a smoke alarm, have an outdated alarm, or aren't sure if your current alarms are working properly, the Longwood Fire Department may be able to help through our Smoke Alarm Program.

🏠 Longwood residents can request assistance by:
📞 Calling 407-260-3460
📧 Emailing the Longwood Fire Marshal: [email protected]

Remember:
✅ Test smoke alarms monthly
✅ Replace batteries as needed
✅ Install alarms outside sleeping areas and on every level of your home

Don't wait until an emergency—make sure your home is protected today.

06/01/2026

🌀 Hurricane Season Starts Today 🌀

The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially underway and runs through November 30.

If you haven't started preparing yet, there's still time. The beginning of hurricane season is the perfect opportunity to review your emergency plans, check your supplies, and make sure your family is ready before a storm threatens our area.

A few simple steps can make a big difference:

✅ Review your emergency plan
✅ Check your disaster supply kit
✅ Refill medications and pet supplies
✅ Know your evacuation zone and routes
✅ Sign up for emergency alerts

Stay informed with these local resources:

📱 Alert Seminole: https://www.alertseminole.org
🌐 Prepare Longwood: https://www.longwoodfl.org/673/Prepare-Longwood
🌐 Prepare Seminole: https://www.prepareseminole.org

We hope for a quiet season, but it only takes one storm to make an impact. Taking a few minutes to prepare today can help protect your family tomorrow.

Stay safe, Longwood. 💙🚒

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

🚨 Big Congratulations! 🚨

Please join us in giving a huge shoutout to newly appointed Lieutenant Alex Coleman! 👏

Effective May 24, Alex officially stepped into his new leadership role, and we couldn’t be more proud. His dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving our community have truly earned this achievement.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Coleman

05/26/2026

The Longwood Fire Department regretfully announces the passing of Retired Battalion Chief Don Castner.

Battalion Chief Castner faithfully served the citizens of Longwood from October 28, 1991, until his retirement on July 31, 2020. Throughout his career, he served in the roles of Firefighter, Lieutenant, Fire Marshal, and ultimately Battalion Chief.

BC Castner was respected and well-liked by all who had the privilege to serve alongside him. He will be remembered as a knowledgeable firefighter, dedicated public servant, and someone who always brought a sharp sense of humor to those around him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Castner family and all those affected by this loss during this difficult time.

05/22/2026

Welcome to the team, Austin May! 🚒 Today we proudly pinned our newest firefighter at Longwood Fire Department. Here’s to bravery, dedication, and a lifetime of service to our community.

05/18/2026

🔥Training Day 🔥Our firefighters are training in realistic emergency and search-and-rescue scenarios to better protect and serve our community. Your safety is always our top priority.