Seminole Fire Department

08/24/2026

🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT – SEMINOLE COUNTY 🔥

Seminole County is currently under a Burn Ban, issued by the Seminole County Commissioners.

🚫 All outdoor burning is prohibited while the burn ban is in effect. This includes trash burning, brush piles, burn barrels, and other outdoor fires.

With the current dry conditions, even a small fire can quickly get out of control and threaten homes, property, and lives.

Please help us keep Seminole County safe by not burning until the ban has been lifted.

For everyone’s safety, please take this burn ban seriously and help spread the word.

07/05/2026

Fireworks will go off in the next 15 minutes

07/05/2026

🎆 Seminole Fireworks Update – July 4 🇺🇸

Due to the approaching storms and for the safety of everyone attending, tonight’s Seminole fireworks show has been postponed until after the storms have passed.

The fireworks will still be shot tonight, July 4, as soon as weather conditions are safe. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we put the safety of our community, spectators, and staff first.

Please continue to monitor the weather and watch this page for updates on the revised start time.

Have a safe and Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸🎇

06/30/2026

20 Years of Service

Gary Burgess a Corporal with the Seminole Fire Department was recently recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for achieving 20 consecutive years of National EMS Certification and Accreditation. This distinction is an honor held by few EMS professionals.

To maintain his status as a Nationally Registered EMT, CPL Burgess completed, on a biennial basis, the most comprehensive recertification program for EMS professionals in America.

By maintaining his National EMS Certification and completing regular continuing education courses, CPL Burgess has demonstrated his commitment to providing exceptional prehospital emergency care.

CPL Burgess was Nationally Registered as an EMT in 2006 and has been serving the Seminole Community since 2021. Prior to this position CPL Burgess worked for a neighboring department as a Captain for many years and earned the rank of Assistant Chief before leaving and arriving at Seminole; all while maintaining his National Certification.

The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians serves as the National EMS Certification organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status.

CPL Burgess is a 21 year veteran of both Fire and Emergency Medical Services. Burgess plans to continue serving the Citizens of Seminole and Seminole County for a few more years with retirement on the horizon. In his spare time CPL Burgess serves as a local Baseball Instructor to many of the youth in and around our community and sees both his profession and giving lessons as mutual callings to serve.

Join us as we congratulate CPL Burgess on this rare

03/25/2026

🚫🔥 **Burn Ban in Effect – Seminole County** 🔥🚫

Seminole County is currently under a **burn ban** due to dry conditions and increased fire. We are asking everyone to do their part to help keep our community safe.

❗ **No outdoor burning allowed**, including:
• Trash burning
• Brush piles
• Campfires (unless in approved, controlled areas if permitted)

With high winds and dry vegetation, fires can spread quickly and become dangerous in a matter of minutes.

We will update the public as conditions change.

03/04/2026

Today we’re proud to recognize Seminole Fire Department Captain Jason Hudson and Firefighter Conlan Decker for spending time at Wilson Elementary School reading to the kids in honor of Read Across America.

There’s nothing better than seeing our firefighters in the classroom, encouraging young students to read, learn, and dream big. Moments like this remind us that serving the community goes far beyond emergency calls — it’s about building relationships and investing in the next generation.

Thank you, Captain Hudson and Firefighter Decker, for representing the Seminole Fire Department with pride and for making a positive impact on the students at Wilson Elementary.

01/28/2026

Congratulations, James Keesee!

After 25 years and 8 months  of dedicated service in the fire service, James Keesee is officially hanging up the helmet and starting a well-earned retirement.

Thank you, James, for your commitment, sacrifice, and countless hours serving your community and protecting others. Your impact, leadership, and brotherhood will never be forgotten.

Wishing you nothing but happiness, health, and plenty of time to enjoy this next chapter. Congratulations on your retirement

01/09/2026