Get a behind-the-scenes look at how JFRD works to keep you safe in an emergency
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department is showing you how first responders keep you safe in an emergency. The Jax Ready Fest kicks off Saturday at the Prime…
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Funeral arrangements set for fallen JFRD engineer
Heath J. O’Shea, 44, worked at the Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department for 20 years. His funeral will be Monday, April 22. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Firefighters Death Benefit…
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JFRD honors fallen 20-year veteran engineer in Jacksonville
Engineer Heath J. O’Shea, 44, died after suffering from a medical emergency while on duty at Fire Station 54 Friday night. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department…
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JFRD Engineer Heath O’Shea passes away at 44, agency says
Engineer Heath J. O’Shea was 44. O’Shea was assigned to Tanker-54 located on the Southside. JFRD said O’Shea suffered a medical emergency while on duty at Fire Station 54 Friday…
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JFRD: Child suffers critical injuries in Kings Road crash
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says the teen was with his 12-year-old brother at the time he was hit; they both were on their way to school. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A…
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JFRD responds to structure fire on Timuquana Road in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a structure fire on Timuquana Road Sunday morning. The fire was at a residence located in the 5900 block…
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JFRD: Man killed by electrocution while working in Northside tree
First responders are working to learn whether the victim was a homeowner or a professional working in the area. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A man is dead after he was electrocuted…
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JFRD: No injuries following trailer fire on Jones Road
JFRD Captain Eric Prosswimmer says the trailer was vacant at the time the fire occurred and is on commercial property, as there are no injuries reported. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A…
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JFRD releases hour-long video showing firefighters battling RISE Doro fire
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department on Wednesday released an hour-long video showing dozens of firefighters battling a massive fire at the RISE Doro apartment complex downtown. The…
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JFRD: 1 person pulled from house fire on Ashglen Drive
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A person is recovering in the hospital after a house fire in Jacksonville’s Sans Pareil area on Sunday, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department. JFRD…
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