Tag: Boca Grande Fire Department

Friends of Fire Department begin campaign for new ladder truck

The Friends of Boca Grande Fire Department kicked-off fund-raising activities at the last gathering of the Boca Grande Men’s Club. At the meeting, Chief C.W. Blosser reviewed the activities...

Department adds high-water truck retrofitted from FP&L

The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to 55 calls for assistance in January 2026, reported Chief C.W. Blosser during the Board of Fire Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 18. There...

Is Boca Grande ready to handle another major catastrophic event?

February 12, 2026
Staff Report
News, Police & Fire

BY FRIENDS OF BOCA GRANDE FIRE DEPT. Recent revolutionary changes to weather patterns suggest that an evaluation of readiness in preparation for these unfamiliar events is essential and...

Fire meeting: Calls slightly down for 2025; new fire hydrants expected soon

January 22, 2026
Anna Ridilla
News, Police & Fire

The Boca Grande Fire Department responded to nearly 600 calls for assistance in 2025, reported Chief C.W. Blosser during the Board of Fire Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21. At the...

Girl bitten by shark in summer has visit with rescuers at Fire Department

On June 11, 2025, Leah Lendel, age 9, was bitten by a shark in the 2200 block of Shore Lane. This Tuesday, Lendel came back to visit the Boca Grande Fire Department. It was not a planned visit....

Tips on using Christmas lights safely this holiday season

BOCA GRANDE FIRE DEPARTMENT Christmas lights, while festive and beautiful, can present significant fire hazards if not used properly. Faulty wiring, frayed cords or broken bulbs can spark...

Chili Challenge and Firehouse 5K this weekend

The Grande Firehouse 5k, followed by the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce Big Mouth Chili Challenge is on Saturday, Nov. 15. The race, hosted by the Boca Grande Fire Department begins...

Upcoming Events: November 2025

Big Mouth Chili The Boca Grande Chamber is hosting the Big Mouth Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4th St. and Bayou Ave. Mouth-watering chili recipes, music...

EVENTS TO COME

October 30, 2025
Staff Report
Entertainment, Events, News

Lee County meeting on Nov. 4 The Lee Board of County Commissioners will meet at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the Old County Courthouse Commission Chambers, 2120 Main Street, Fort Myers, FL...

Reminder on fire safety as residents return for the season

BY THE BOCA GRANDEFIRE DEPARTMENT Before returning to a vacation home, inspect the property for potential fire hazards that may have developed during your absence, such as faulty electronics,...