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SEMINOLE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT


Downed power line prompts Aloma Avenue to shut down in Oviedo, firefighters say

A downed power line prompted the shutdown of Aloma Avenue in Oviedo, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Crews battle large apartment fire in Seminole County

A large apartment fire broke out at a complex in Seminole County.

Seminole County 911 dispatcher earns โ€˜Stork Awardโ€™ after helping family deliver baby

Nora Acuna, a Seminole County Fire Department emergency communications dispatcher, was recently presented with a โ€œStork Awardโ€ fr helping a family deliver a baby during a 911 call.

Car crashes into Altamonte Springs home

Fire officials announced that crews responded to the crash around 4:45 p.m. at a home along East Highland Street.

Pickup truck crash breaks water main in Wekiwa Springs, firefighters say

The driver of a pickup truck lost control of the vehicle and struck a fire protection system with it outside of a building in Wekiwa Springs on Thursday, busting a water main that flowed into the structure, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Fire rips through million-dollar mansion in Chuluota

Crews responded to a fire at a million dollar mansion in Chuluota on Monday afternoon, according to a tweet from the Oviedo Fire Department.

Seminole County, healthcare officials work to help keep residents safe during summer heat

Seminole County is taking proactive measures to keep people safe during a week where temperatures feel like triple digits.

State Road 46 reopens in Sanford after crash prompted shutdown near I-4

A crash on Saturday morning prompted the temporary closure of a section of State Road 46 near Interstate 4 in Sanford, according to the Seminole County Fire Department and Sanford police.

Florida officials warn families about drowning threats for children

Statistics from Floridaโ€™s Department of Children and Families show 44 children have died so far this year in our state.

Construction worker hits natural gas line, prompts road closure near Sanford

A natural gas line leak blocked a road near Sanford Thursday morning, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Vehicle erupts in flames at Seminole County gas station

A sedan went up in flames at a gas station near Altamonte Springs on Saturday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

2 cats rescued in Winter Springs garage fire

Two cats were rescued during a garage fire in Winter Springs on Friday evening, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Want a free pool alarm? Hereโ€™s where you can get one in Seminole County

Families in Seminole County can get a pool alarm for free.

Winter Springs Publix evacuated due to smoke, officials say

A Publix in Winter Springs was evacuated on Sunday evening after smoke was seen coming from the menโ€™s bathroom, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Lightning strikes Seminole County home, minor damage to roof, officials say

Lightning struck a home in unincorporated Apopka on Sunday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole 1st responders wrangle โ€˜rogue boatโ€™ after man goes overboard on Lake Jesup

A boat went out of control on Lake Jesup after a man fell overboard Tuesday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole County crash with multiple injuries prompts shutdown of SR-436

A Seminole County crash with multiple injuries prompted the closure of State Road 436 Friday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole County crews prepare as wildfire threat grows

A burn ban remains in effect in Seminole County as of Thursday due to an elevated fire risk.

Seminole fire crews rescue cow trapped in mud for 24 hours

Pictures released by the department show crews digging through the soil as they tried to get the cow out of the mud.

More hot, dry conditions increasing brush fire risk in Central Florida

Hot and dry conditions in Central Florida are increasing the risk of brush fires.

Firefighters vigilant in Seminole County as burn bans continue

News 6 got an up-close look as Seminole County firefighters showed off their woods truck and its many features.

Seminole County assistant fire chief gets ready to retire after 30 years with department

Over the years, Becky Ward climbed the ladder.

Spilled milk: Big rig overturns on SR-436 at Red Bug Lake Road

A semitruck carrying gallons of milk overturned on State Road 436 in Seminole County, according to fire officials.

Pedestrian hospitalized after Seminole County crash

A woman was hospitalized after being hit by a white van while crossing the street, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Fire at gated community in Longwood hurts 1, Seminole firefighters say

Fire crews respond to address in The Springs.

1 dead after SunRail train hits pickup truck near Sanford, fire crews say

One person died during a SunRail train crash near Sanford on Monday, the Seminole County Fire Department announced.

Chemical dump causes mini explosion at BJโ€™s gas station in Sanford, fire officials say

Chemicals dumped near fuel pumps caused a mini explosion at a BJโ€™s Wholesale Club in Sanford on Tuesday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Winter Springs home damaged by fire, says Seminole County Fire Department

The Seminole County Fire Department responded to a fire at a home in Winter Springs on Saturday evening, according to post from the departmentโ€™s Twitter account.

80 Winter Springs residents rescued from rising flood waters, according to Seminole County Fire Department

The Seminole County Fire Department worked over a seven-hour period to help rescue 80 residents from rising floor water in a Winter Springs neighborhood, according to the department.

Seminole County sees historic flooding from Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian brought โ€œunprecedented historic floodingโ€ to Seminole County, with continued flash flood warnings.

Tree brought down by Hurricane Ian sparks house fire in Altamonte Springs, crews say

A tree brought down by Hurricane Ian landed on a home in Altamonte Springs, sparking an electrical fire, according to Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole County firefighter injured in motorcycle crash dies, according to SCFD

Connor Fernandez โ€“ the Seminole County firefighter that was injured in an off-duty motorcycle crash on Sept. 16 โ€“ died, according to a statement by the Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole County officials provide preparation plans for Hurricane Ian

The Seminole County Office of Emergency Management will provide an update for the community on Monday in preparation for Hurricane Ian, the county announced.

3 injured in 4-vehicle crash on I-4 in Seminole County, officials say

Three people were injured in a four-vehicle crash on Interstate 4 in Seminole County, according to the fire department.

Seminole County firefighter in critical condition after motorcycle crash, department says

The Seminole County Fire Department announced Tuesday one of its firefighters sustained serious, life-threatening injuries after an off-duty motorcycle crash in Altamonte Springs.

Family escapes Altamonte Springs house fire

A family and dog escaped a house fire in Altamonte Springs after flames started in the bedroom, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Seminole County firefighters drop off school supplies in countywide collection drive

Seminole County Fire Department personnel on Friday suited up and rolled out to deliver a care package of classroom essentials for teachers and students to use for free throughout the new school year.

8 injured when SUV strikes deer on SR-46 in Seminole County

A smoking car forced the closure of State Road 46 in Seminole County, according to fire officials.

Big rig hauling 10,000 frozen turkeys catches fire on I-4 near Sanford

The morning commute may ruffle some feathers.

Seminole County hands out smoke alarms, โ€˜bed shakersโ€™ after Sanford house fire

Seminole County firefighters on Wednesday distributed and installed smoke detectors in a Sanford neighborhood after a recent fire badly damaged a home.

Sanford home โ€˜total lossโ€™ after damage from smoke, fire, officials say

Fire crews tackled a home fire in Sanford Friday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

2 hospitalized after crash in Seminole County, authorities say

The crash involved three vehicles, one of which was a truck carrying a trailer, and occurred on Lake Minnie Drive and US 17-92.

1 injured, several pets killed in Altamonte Springs house fire

Investigators in Seminole County are working to figure out what caused a fire that sent one person to the hospital and claimed the lives of several animals.

Firefighters work to drench burning building in Maitland

Orange County Fire Rescue assisted the Maitland Fire Rescue Department Saturday in responding to a reported structure fire close to Lake Seminary in Maitland, officials said.

Seminole County firefighters shore up Longwood home after car crashes through front door

A driver had to be extricated from their car Friday afternoon after crashing it into a Longwood home, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

โ€˜Potential life saved:โ€™ Seminole County fire, Red Cross team up to install free smoke detectors

Volunteers and firefighters went door to door in an East Altamonte community Saturday morning installing free smoke detectors.

Firefighter, woman identified in Titusville murder-suicide

Titusville police have identified two people who died in a murder-suicide shooting Thursday morning.

11-year-old boy honored by firefighters after calling 911 to help his grandma

Elijah Alba, 11, was honored by the Seminole County Fire Department on Wednesday after calling 911 for help.

Burning shed ignites nearby Altamonte Springs home due to wind, firefighters say

The rear of the house caught on fire when wind carried over burning embers from the flaming shed, officials said.

App helps rescue crews find missing hikers, bikers faster in Seminole County

The Seminole County Fire Department is speeding up response times deep in the woods.

Fire displaces 23 people in Seminole County complex, Red Cross says

Twenty-three people were displaced after a two-story apartment caught on fire in Seminole County on Monday.

Dog dies after fire destroys home in Oviedo, firefighters say

A dog died and a home is now uninhabitable following a fire in Oviedo Saturday night, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Flaming semi-trucks snuffed by Seminole County, Sanford firefighters

Crews with the Seminole County Fire Department and Sanford Fire Department responded to multiple semi-trucks on fire early Sunday morning, according to SCFDโ€™s social media.

Crash involving 3 vehicles closes SR-417 in Seminole County

A three-vehicle crash has northbound State Road 417 closed in Seminole County as crews work to clean up a fuel leak, according to the fire department.

Truck carrying human waste temporarily closed Seminole County roads in both directions

Two Seminole County roads are closed in both directions after a truck carrying treated human waste had an accident Friday afternoon, fire officials said.

15-vehicle crash in Seminole County may have been caused by street racing or road rage, troopers say

15-vehicle crash in Seminole County may have been caused by street racing or road rage, troopers say

Authorities said the accident occurred at State Road 417 southbound near Red Bug Lake Road and forced a shutdown of both northbound and southbound lanes along State Road 417.

15-vehicle crash in Seminole County sends 6 to hospital, troopers say

15-vehicle crash in Seminole County sends 6 to hospital, troopers say

Authorities said the accident occurred at State Road 417 southbound near Red Bug Lake Road and forced a shutdown of both northbound and southbound lanes along State Road 417.

Oxygen masks that save pets donated to Seminole County

Oxygen masks that save pets donated to Seminole County

The Seminole County Fire Department receives new life-saving tools.

Preschoolers learn fire safety from Seminole County firefighters

Preschoolers learn fire safety from Seminole County firefighters

It's National Fire Prevention Week and preschoolers from Lakeside United Methodist Church in Sanford are learning what to do in case of a fire.

Firefighters battling house fire in Oviedo

Firefighters battling house fire in Oviedo

Seminole and Oviedo fire crews responded to a house fire in unincorporated Oviedo Monday afternoon.

Seminole County fire department show new recruits how to battle high-rise fires

Seminole County fire department show new recruits how to battle high-rise fires

The 23-member class is set to graduate next month.

Seminole County fire chief asks residents to limit 911 calls, cites uptick in rescues during COVID

Seminole County fire chief asks residents to limit 911 calls, cites uptick in rescues during COVID

Seminole Countyโ€™s fire chief is asking the public to limit calls to 911 as EMTs are being tied up with rescues during the coronavirus pandemic.

Crews battle overnight blaze at Lake Mary home

Crews battle overnight blaze at Lake Mary home

Crews battled an overnight house fire in Lake Mary, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Missing boater found dead after vessel capsizes in St. Johns River

Missing boater found dead after vessel capsizes in St. Johns River

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ One male was rescued and another was found dead after their boat capsized Monday night on the St. Johns River in Seminole County, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The males were on a 13-foot boat near Mullet Lake Park around 7 p.m. when the vessel overturned for an unknown reason. Officials said both victims tried to swim toward the shore but one of them went under the water and never resurfaced. The other victim was found dead during the overnight hours on the water bottom near the boat. The Seminole County Sheriffโ€™s Office and the FWC conducted the search using dive teams and a helicopter.

SunRail train hits vehicle in Maitland

SunRail train hits vehicle in Maitland

A vehicle was damaged during a crash with a SunRail train on Feb. 19, 2021. SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ A SunRail train hit a vehicle that was on the tracks in Maitland Friday evening according to Seminole County Fire Department. The crash was reported near Greenwood Drive in Maitland around 6:25 p.m. Officials from the Florida Department of Transportation said there were 25 passengers on board the train at the time of the crash and none of them were injured. A SunRail train hit a vehicle that was on the tracks in Altamonte Springs Friday evening and at this point, itโ€™s unknown if anyone was injured, according to Seminole County Fire Rescue.

Seminole leaders โ€˜very confidentโ€™ they can distribute COVID-19 vaccine quickly, safely

Seminole leaders โ€˜very confidentโ€™ they can distribute COVID-19 vaccine quickly, safely

(AP Photo/Stephen Dunn,POOL)SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ With Seminole County leaders set to receive a shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday, leaders there said theyโ€™re confident that they can distribute the shots in a safe and efficient way. Seminole County Chairman Lee Constantine, Seminole County Fire Department Chief Otto Drozd and Florida Department of Health in Seminole Health Officer Donna Walsh spoke at a news conference Monday afternoon to provide the community with the latest on its distribution plans. Others who are at the front of the line include health department workers, EMTs, paramedics and health care workers. Drozd said the men and women at the Seminole County Fire Department will receive training within the next few days on how to administer the vaccine. โ€œI can tell you the personnel on the strike teams will have to have the vaccine in order to administer the vaccine in the point of dispensing.

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Seminole County

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Seminole County

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ Coronavirus cases are on the rise in Florida and Central Florida health officials are warning the public to be aware of the recent trend. Seminole County Medical Director Dr. Todd Husty said that the current weekly average for single day COVID-19 cases is 65. We are loosening up too much.โ€Husty also said Seminole County is currently monitoring 600 people who have either tested positive for coronavirus or are awaiting test results,Data released Thursday by the Florida Department of Health showed another 80 new cases in Seminole County. Seminole County Public Schools said the plan is to collect data from a survey given to parents, before creating a plan for next semester. The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County said it continues to work closely with school officials, as the county reported another 123 cases on Thursday.

Report: โ€˜Boredโ€™ Florida firefighter left COVID-19 isolation to party with friends

Report: โ€˜Boredโ€™ Florida firefighter left COVID-19 isolation to party with friends

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ A firefighter who left isolation after his COVID-19 diagnosis to go boating and to a bar with friends was suspended without pay for his behavior, according to documents from the Seminole County Fire Department. Records show the firefighter tested positive for COVID-19 after he started feeling ill on June 17. โ€œFurthermore, by his own admission in his conversation with Assistant Chief Thurmond on July 2nd, it is indeed fact that (the firefighter) understood that he should be in quarantine and isolated while on paid county leave. He was suspended for three days without pay and returned to work on Sept. 27. Click here to subscribe to ClickOrlando.comโ€™s Strange Florida newsletter, delivered every Friday.

Dump truck becomes suspended in air after hitting an overpass, officials say

Dump truck becomes suspended in air after hitting an overpass, officials say

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ€“ First responders were called to a crash Saturday after a dump truck hit an overpass. According to officials, the crash caused the front of the truck to be โ€œsuspended in the air.โ€The crash happened on Interstate 4 and State Road 436 near mile marker 92. Driver successfully extricated; DOT engineers en route. โ€œThe driver was successfully extricated by crews and was treated for minor injuries at the scene,โ€ first responders said. No lanes were closed to traffic as crews worked to remove the truck.

Contained gas leak closes westbound SR 46 in Seminole County

Contained gas leak closes westbound SR 46 in Seminole County

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. Seminole County Fire Department hazmat teams responded to a gas leak Tuesday morning on State Road 46. The leak was contained by the hazmat crew but westbound SR 46 was closed around 10 a.m. from Elder Road to Rinehart Road. No other information was provided. Check back for updates.

1 person hospitalized after car drives into retention pond, officials say

1 person hospitalized after car drives into retention pond, officials say

MAITLAND, Fla. โ€“ Multiple agencies responded to a call Saturday afternoon after a vehicle crashed into a retention pond. According to officials, Orange County Fire Rescue, Seminole County Fire Department and Winter Park Fire-Rescue Department responded to a retention pond at Maitland Boulevard and Maitland Summit Boulevard. Officers said the driver was taken to a local hospital and is in stable condition. โ€œFirefighters searched the pond to verify no other person was involved,โ€ officials said. โ€œAfterward, the divers followed standard procedures to be scrubbed down and decontaminated for their safety.โ€Officials did not say what caused the crash.

Orange County prescribed burn sending smoke into Seminole County

Orange County prescribed burn sending smoke into Seminole County

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. A 300-acre prescribed burn in Orange County is pushing smoke into nearby counties Thursday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department. The burn is happening near Kelly Park Road and Rock Springs Road. The wind is pushing smoke into Seminole County, according to the Fire Department. Rain is moving into the Central Florida area which may help reduce the smoke. Residents are asked to only call 911 if they see a column of smoke.

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