Madison County Fire & Rescue

05/25/2026

Madison County Fire Rescue would like to thank Airlife 7 and all responding agencies for their teamwork and professionalism during today’s critical scene flight response.

Strong partnerships and coordinated care make a difference when seconds matter. Thank you to everyone involved for your dedication to our community.

05/18/2026

🚨 To everyone on our Healthcare team 🚨

This EMS Week, we want to pause and say thank you—from the bottom of our hearts. Your dedication to serving our community, day in and day out, makes all the difference. Your compassion and tireless commitment save lives and strengthen our community’s future. We’re proud to stand together, improving outcomes—together. Thank you for all that you do!

05/14/2026

You’ve been asking —
and as of 8:00 AM today, the Madison County Burn Ban has officially been lifted. ✅🔥

However, we strongly urge all residents to burn responsibly.

While conditions have improved enough to lift the ban, wildfire danger can still increase rapidly due to dry vegetation, wind, and changing weather conditions. One unattended fire can quickly spread and threaten homes, property, timberland, and lives.

If you choose to burn:
• Never leave a fire unattended
• Keep a water source nearby
• Avoid burning on windy days
• Fully extinguish all fires before leaving
• Monitor surrounding areas for fire spread

Madison County Fire Rescue will continue monitoring fire conditions closely across our region.

We appreciate the community’s cooperation during the burn ban and thank everyone for helping keep Madison County safe!

05/13/2026

Back in July, we received $700,000 through state appropriations to purchase 2 new ambulances. The first of these two trucks has been completed, with the second being completed in a few weeks. Additionally, we received $190,000 in grant funding to purchase a Type II van ambulance.

04/26/2026

MCFR units were dispatched to a male in distress inside a bucket truck after a bucket lift malfunction left him stranded at an elevated height, unable to safely return to the ground.

Members of our USAR (Urban Search and Rescue) team—Engineer Dyer, Firefighter King, and Engineer Perkins—quickly assessed the situation and executed a rope rescue operation. Through coordinated efforts and technical proficiency, crews safely returned the patient to the ground without incident.

At MCFR, we place a strong emphasis on specialized training for high-risk, low-frequency incidents like this. Our personnel regularly train in technical rescue disciplines—including rope rescue, confined space, and elevated operations—so we are better prepared when situations like this arise.

This ongoing commitment to training ensures not only the safety of our responders, but also enhances the safety and protection of the community we proudly serve.

04/24/2026

🔥 April 24 Fire Weather Update | Madison County 🔥

At this time, there is NO active wildfire threat in Madison County.

🚫 The Countywide Burn Ban remains in effect. No outdoor burning of any kind is permitted.

Madison County Fire Rescue has responded to multiple areas across the county to enforce the burn ban, and we thank our residents for helping keep our community safe.

Air quality has improved, but conditions remain subject to changing weather patterns. Residents, especially those with sensitive respiratory conditions, are encouraged to reduce time outdoors if smoke impacts return.

Regional wildfire activity remains a concern:
🔥 Clinch County Wildfire: Estimated 32,000 acres, 10% contained
🔥 Levy County Wildfire: Estimated 2,000 acres, 40% contained

At this time, no significant rain is expected until possibly Saturday, though forecasts remain subject to change.

Madison County Fire Rescue remains at a heightened state of readiness and will continue to monitor conditions closely.

Stay informed. Stay safe. Help prevent wildfires.

MCFR thanks you for you’re support.

04/22/2026

ATTENTION MADISON COUNTY RESIDENTS

A countywide Burn Ban is now effective immediately

What this means:

All outdoor burning of any kind is prohibited within Madison County. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Yard debris burning
• Trash burning
• Agricultural burning
• Campfires and recreational fires
• Any open flame burning outdoors

Violation of the Burn Ban may result in fines and/or arrest.

This order is in place to protect lives, property, and reduce wildfire risk during current hazardous conditions.

Madison County Fire Rescue Thanks you for your continued help in keeping our county safe!

04/22/2026

🚨Fire Weather Update — April 22🚨
What We Know

There is still NO current wildfire threat within Madison County.

Air quality in our immediate region is currently 62 (Moderate). Those with sensitive respiratory conditions are encouraged to remain indoors or reduce time outside to avoid complications. Winds have shifted to the northeast, and air quality is expected to improve, though to what extent remains uncertain due to rapidly changing weather patterns.

Regional wildfire activity remains a concern:

* In Clinch County, a major wildfire has doubled in size in one day and is now estimated at over 16,000 acres with 10% containment. There is currently no expected rainfall in the forecast until possibly Saturday, though that is subject to change.
* In Levy County, the wildfire is now estimated at 1,400 acres with 30% containment.

Please remain vigilant, cautious, and safe.

Madison County Fire Rescue remains at a heightened state of readiness and will continue monitoring conditions closely.

Please follow locals and state news outlet for realtime updates and emergency alerts in your area.

04/21/2026