Indian River County Fire Prevention Bureau

04/06/2026

🔥 is here and we're talking prevention all week long.

📆Follow along and help protect Florida and stay !

➡️Learn more at FloridaDisaster.org/Wildfire

➡️Download the Indian River County Disaster Guide at https://tinyurl.com/44ut9z8j

03/26/2026

Indian River County Fire Rescue is proud to welcome 21 new recruits to our growing family!
These dedicated individuals are beginning their journey of service, commitment, and courage—ready to answer the call and make a difference in our community every single day. 🔥
From the classroom to the field, they’ll be training hard, building strong bonds, and upholding the high standards that define our department.
Please join us in giving them a warm welcome as they take the first steps in an incredible career of helping others.
The future of IRC Fire Rescue is looking strong!

03/26/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our newest Protocoled Firefighter Paramedics: FM Jacob Coleman, FM Chandler Legleitner, and FM Donnie Polly. Their dedication and skill are a testament to their individual excellence and an inspiration to us all.
Please join us in congratulating them on reaching this significant milestone. Their success strengthens our team and enhances our mission to serve and protect. We are excited to see the positive impact they will continue to make in their new roles.

03/18/2026

Indian River County has lifted the countywide burn ban, effective immediately, following recent rainfall and improved conditions.

The ban, originally issued on February 7, is no longer necessary as the risk of wildfires has been significantly reduced across the county.

Residents are still encouraged to use caution when conducting outdoor burning.

For non-emergency questions, please contact If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact the Fire Prevention Office 226-1673.

03/17/2026

🔥30 YEARS🔥 WOW🔥

Help us give a HUGE shoutout to Chief Rich Marini on an incredible 30 years of service with Indian River County Fire Rescue!

From answering the call at all hours to leading with strength, knowledge, and heart—Chief Marini has truly seen it all (and probably has a story or two to prove it).

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our community, your leadership, and the impact you’ve made on generations of firefighters. You’ve set the bar high, Chief!

03/02/2026

The Board of County Commissioners marked the ribbon cutting of Fire Station 7 Friday February 27th strengthening emergency response coverage along the State Road 60 corridor west of I-95.
The 9,035 square foot, three bay facility was delivered on time and under budget, while enhancing operational readiness for our growing community.
Fire Chief David Johnson, Chairman Deryl Loar, County Administrator John A. Titkanich, Jr., Robert Loring, Community Development Director for the City of Fellsmere, IAFF President Christen Brewer, and Project Manager Andrew Orndorff participated in the program.
Thank you to all who attended to celebrate this important milestone!

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

Because of expected cold temperatures and wind chill, The Salvation Army (SA) will open a Cold Weather Shelter tonight (02/23/26) and tomorrow night through Tuesday morning (02/24/26) operating 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
The shelter is located at 2655 5th Street SW, Vero Beach, FL, 32962 and will serve the first 40 registrants. Clients will be accepted until 9:00 PM and a light meal will be provided. For any questions, please call 772-453-5383. The American Red Cross and United Way are supporting The Salvation Army’s shelter operations.
Take protective actions for vulnerable populations, pets, and plants/agricultural products. Use caution while operating internal heating sources and keep flammable items at least three feet from heaters or other heat sources. Freezing conditions may damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.