Courage, bravery, compassion and loyalty are the words that appear on the cape coral fire department badge but for 50 years the cape coral fire department has shown the citizens of cape coral that these are much more than just words but a work ethic they have taken to heart and followed year after year. Three of the cspfds 8 stations are located within the city of parkland. Cape coral resident thought mystery package contained. Cape coral historical museum 2020 all you need to know. Naples fire news, updates and information for other areas like fort myers, cape coral, north fort myers, lehigh acres and parts of southwest florida. Cape coral, fl images of america series by chris wadsworth. Cape coral police and fire departments celebrate nationalpublic safety telecommunications week before a police officer goes anywhere with their lights and sirens on,or a fire fighter. Cape coral fire station 4 2007 santa barbara blvd cape coral. View a fire dept photo, logo, contact info, map, volunteer info, mission statement, fire equipment, firefighters and statistics. From boom to bust, and back to boom again, the excitement and the relaxation continues. Death of cape coral firefighter under investigation nbc2 news. The friends of the cape coral lee county public library group is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that helps library staff raise awareness of the librarys cultural and educational assets in the community by enhancing programming and services through the development of supplemental financial resources. The miami fire rescue department, also referred to as the city of miami department of fire rescue, provides fire protection and emergency medical services for the city of miami, florida.
To find additional fire departments in your region please use the following links. The tampa fire rescue department is the agency that provides fire protection and emergency medical services within the city of tampa, florida. The department is also responsible for the handling of hazardous materials, aircraft rescue at the citys tampa international airport, and marine firefighting. The boomtown that shouldnt exist politico magazine. Tim herrick, who was a member of the department when it was a district, eventually became the first paid fire chief in 1971. This is a comprehensive history of the development of cape coral, florida, as well as the company that developed it, gulf american corporation. Every page of each book can be downloaded or copied. Highly recommended for anyone interested in cape corals early years 1950s thru 1970s. Cape coral fire station 4 2007 santa barbara blvd cape coral fl 33991. Although we are still a relatively young city, our history is something we need to document now for future generations. With a total of 8 stations, the cspfd is also responsible for serving the city of parkland located just north of coral springs. Fox 4 has new developments after a body was found in a cape coral neighborhood. Cape coral leaders are considering speeding up the construction of two new fire stations. Statement on hurricane irma from the unified command of the city of cape coral s emergency management.
On wednesday, cape coral fire department engineers amanda brashear and mark solich will have their last taste of stardom, at least as it relates to the swiss reality tv show job swap. A little over a year ago we went through the third largest storm in the history of the gulf coast, cathey told. State of florida emergency medical technician emt or paramedic. There are 11 fire departments in cape coral, florida, serving a population of 173,679 people in an area of 106 square miles. We owe the residents of cape coral the highest quality of service possible, characterized by. Many thanks to the cape coral historical museum for the photographs and books, and the permission to use them on my cape coral history page. The cape coral fire department left this morning for the east coast as part of a strike team of engines from southwest florida to aid in emergency support function for areas that are impacted by hurricane dorian. In late 1961, the citizens of the community of cape coral began talking about the need for a fire department. We will continually strive for quality improvement. Cape coral history is unique, part wild west and part hollywood, all with a tropical flavor. Cape coral fire department station 10 cape coral, fl. Cape coral fire department open house for fire prevention. The coral springs parkland fire department cspfd provides fire protection and emergency medical services to the city of coral springs, florida. Cape coral home damaged after garage catches on fire a garage attached to a cape coral home caught on fire in the 2700 block of sw 1st avenue.
Nestor leaves damage in south carolina, georgia and florida. Florida is a state in the southeastern region of the united states, bordered to the west by the gulf of mexico, to the north by alabama and georgia, to the east by the atlantic ocean, and to the south by the straits of florida. If you are experiencing any covid19 symptoms please call the broward coronavirus call center hotline. The cape coral fire department welcomes a persons right to express hisher opinion and encourages posters to keep comments related to content on this page. Jan 02, 2020 cape coral books a list of books about cape coral history and our areas flora and fauna, a fun book about weird florida, and our cute little book store. New 40th anniversary challenge coins now available. The miami fire rescue department is the sponsoring agency for usar task force 2, one of the two fema urban search and rescue task forces in the state of florida. Man left with second and thirddegree burns from cape. Christopher asseff, who was hired by the cape coral fire department last july, died february. Cape coral, fl has 10 fire departments and fire stations. Fire near fire station in cape coral kills one person. You will see exhibits on the calusa and seminole native americans, the capes very. Fire, explosion in boat on cape coral canal sends 72yearold. The amazing creation of cape coral, florida 5th printing, revised on.
In the new history of florida, edited by michael gannon. Victim identified as 19yearold kaleigh mousseau in cape. The fire occurred behind cape coral s fire station 10 near ne 36th lane and 12th avenue and was called in by. Although my husband is not a history buff, i bought it for him because we are from ohio and recently bought a home in cape coral. Jan 10, 2018 the cape coral fire department will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking event thursday in celebration of a new station. Nov 17, 2017 the cape coral chamber of commerce presented awards for officer of the year for the citys fire and police departments and the county sheriffs department. There is 1 fire department per 15,789 people, and 1 fire department per 9 square miles in florida, cape coral is ranked 415th of 1036 cities in fire departments per capita, and 425th of 1036 cities in fire departments per square mile. Family and friends now identify the victim as kaleigh mousseau.
Florida is the 22nd most extensive, the 4th most populous, and the 8th most densely populated of the 50 united states. Cape coral home damaged after garage catches on fire. Coral oaks golf course is a great place to work on your game, and if history is your thing or you just love beautiful flowers, dont forget to check out the cape coral historical society museum to see some interesting relics and their prized rose garden. State of florida minimum standards firefighter ii certification. For more than 20 years, through the participation of our citizens, volunteers and business.
Cape coral fire department welcome to city of cape coral. New book explores the citys history via its epic blazes. Follow this page to stay current with florida cancer presumption legislation. First responders say one person was trauma alerted with critical injuries. As of the writing of this post, not one city of cape coral person or department has attempted to correct the wrongs perpetrated against the. Cape coral, florida the ads promised paradise, legendary lazy living in a waterfront wonderland. On saturday, october 14, the public is invited to visit any of cape corals ten fire stations from 9 a. Cape coral police non emergency phone number in cape coral. Fort myers regional library offers a dedicated genealogy research room along with other research tools, assistance and expertise. Dec 12, 2017 a fire in northeast cape coral claimed the life of one person tuesday morning. Until december 16, the cape coral fire department will be collecting toys and gifts for children in our community who have special needs, suffer from chronic illnesses such as cancer, are in foster care, or have families struggling with financial difficulties. It is not an official website of any fire rescue departmentthis site is here to. The task force is a 210member organization deploying teams of seventy rescue workers, search dogs, physicians and structural engineers who travel with 50,000 pounds 23,000 kg of equipment to assist in major disasters. The cape coral city clerks office is working on a new project to document historical resources by compiling images and historical items for an online historical gallery of cape coral.
The cape coral fire department responded to a boat fire on sunday. Cape coral celebrates police, fire and sheriffs officers of. It is meant to give the readers a cursory look at what will eventually go down in the history books of cape coral florida and the related parties and agencies that contributed to the overall story. Cape coral books a list of books about cape coral history and our areas flora and fauna, a fun book about weird florida, and our cute little book store. Deputy chief topoleski holds an associates degree in science fire science technology from edison community college and a bachelors degree in. Cape coral history began in 1957 when two brothers from baltimore, maryland, leonard. Cape coral fire department station 7 is located in cape coral, fl. Shop today for the best selection of florida history books at arcadia publishing. Highly recommended for anyone interested in cape coral s early years 1950s thru 1970s. Lee county, florida fl scanner frequencies and radio. Cape coral from the international space station, 2016. The cape coral fire departments goal is to make it to your house in less than 10 minutes after you call.
We owe the residents of cape coral the highest quality of service possible, characterized by responsiveness, integrity and professionalism. The cape coral fire department was originally chartered in 1962 as a fire tax district. Find the closest fire station to your home including contact information, maps and more. The brochures sold the florida dream, an enchanted cityinthemaking average temperature. This spring, the city faced a water shortage so dire that its fire department feared it couldnt rely. This week the cape coral police department and cape coral fire department worked togther to rescue a little boys stuffed animal that had been thrown on the roof. Cape coral by chris wadsworth and anne cull is a book in arcadia publishings images of america series featuring more than 200 historic photos tracing the. How to become a ccfd firefighter cape coral, florida.
Find 31 listings related to cape coral fire department in cape coral on. A cape coral firefighter died off duty on saturday. Cape coral fire department is located in cape coral, fl. The amazing creation of cape coral, florida 5th printing, revised paperback 2000. The department is notable for being the first in the nation to equip all apparatus with twoway radios as well as being the first to use fog nozzles.
Station 11 will be located along burnt store road, between diplomat parkway and. To conclude the week, the cape coral fire department will host their eighth annual open house. The cape coral fire department celebrating 50 years of. He began his career with the cape coral fire department in april, 1990 and promoted to fire deputy chief in october, 2015. Fire station 14610 coronado pkwy fire station 2701 nicholas pkwy fire station 31627 everest pkwy fire station 42007 santa barbara blvd fire station 51029 diplomat. Founded in 1957 and developed as a planned community, the city grew to a population of 154,305 by the year 2010.
State drivers license, andor obtain a valid florida drivers license within thirty 30 days of hire. Each station provides visitors the opportunity to take a tour, meet firefighters, and learn about the fire apparatus and equipment. This week the cape coral police department and cape coral fire department worked togther to rescue a little boys stuffed animal that had been thrown on the roof of the school by another student. Find 1 listings related to cape coral police non emergency phone number in cape coral on. Scanner frequencies and radio frequency reference for lee county, florida fl. Tim herrick, who was a member of the department when it was a district.
Home departments city clerk history of cape coral the history of cape coral once a rural area dotted with cattle farms, gladiolus fields with an abundance of wildlife and birds, cape coral has transformed over the years into a vibrant city wellknown for its familyfriendly atmosphere with an extensive canal system perfect for boating, numerous parks and beautiful beaches. Apr 11, 2011 cape coral police department 1100 cultural park blvd cape coral, fl 33990 date. The cape coral fire department reserves the right to remove andor block anyone who posts inappropriate material as determined by the cape coral fire department. Cape coral fire department station 7 cape coral, fl. In florida decadesa sesquicentennial history, 18451995, edited by james j. Oct 19, 2019 cape coral fire department via twitter. The amazing creation of cape coral, florida 5th printing, revised. The minimum requirements needed to apply for the position of cape coral firefighter are. Welcome home for florida firefighters upon return from. Mar 02, 2020 the florida state fire marshal is investigating a boat fire sunday along a cape coral canal that sent one man to the hospital. Friends of the cape corallee county public library the friends of the cape corallee county public library group is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that helps library staff raise awareness of the librarys cultural and educational assets in the community by enhancing programming and services through the development of supplemental. The cape coral fire department said a 72yearold man was taken to. February 19, 2020 the cape coral police department and cape coral fire department are on scene of a vehicle fire fully engulfed at the 2800 block of del prado boulevard, south. The documents and information on this web page is only a small portion of the amounts that will subsequently be published.
Cape coral fire department annual toy drive capestyle. The palm harbor fire rescue provides fire protection and emergency medical services to palm harbor, florida. Coral springsparkland fire department our story youtube. The state capital is tallahassee, the largest city. Southwest florida fire, naples fires, collier county fires. View a fire station photo, logo, contact info, map, volunteer info, fire equipment and firefighters assigned to this location. It is interesting to learn about the events that has made the area what it.