Police & Fire
Lit driver likely causes Causeway fire
May 9, 2024
A small fire on the Boca Grande Causeway’s center island was the road’s second land fire in a year.
“This is not normally a problem, but the same thing did happen back in October,” said Gasparill…
Take a kid to work day
May 2, 2024
The Boca Grande Fire Dept. celebrated with their children spending time at the station. Shown with Chief Blosser are Ff. Colison with Zander, Colton Rossow and Ff. Moore with Carter.
Charlotte emergency alert program touted
April 25, 2024
The Wednesday, April 17 town hall meeting between officials of Lee and Charlotte addressed many issues, including emergency procedures. One topic mentioned was Charlotte County’s Alert Charlotte pro…
Doubly shocking defibrillation technique saves life at Outfitters
April 25, 2024
‘Dual sync’ defib takes charge from both sides
The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to a call at Gasparilla Outfitters on February 29, 2024, using new technology. The procedure saved custome…
Town hall addresses Lee/Charlotte cooperation
April 19, 2024
Charlotte County elected officials and representatives gathered at the community center on Wednesday, April 17 for a townhall meeting to discuss topics of concern submitted by Gasparilla Island citi…
Fire District seeks certificate renewal
April 11, 2024
The Boca Grande Fire Control District submitted an application for renewal of their Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN), which Lee County staff have recommended for approval at t…
Fire Dept’s Hammerhead truck damaged
April 11, 2024
The Boca Grande Fire Department is raising money to replace its ladder truck and refresh the department fleet after damage caused by hurricane exposure.
“We can’t even rely on it as a backup bec…
Fire Dept. aids belfry placement
April 11, 2024
The Boca Grande Fire Department came the aid of First Baptist Church of Boca Grande with the installation of their new speaker system.
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Auxcomm radio training sessions
April 4, 2024
More fun than kids and walkie talkies
Citizens interested in learning how to use the handheld radios supported by the new island AUXCOMM system are invited to attend upcoming training sessions. T…
Get Fire Department hurricane passes before you head north
April 4, 2024
Hurricane passes allow island residents and business owners to get back into Boca Grande after a major storm or evacuation event. Property owners and commercial businesses can obtain reentry passes…