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Emergency Operations Division (EOD) provide the residents of Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District with fire suppression and protection, emergency rescue capabilities, and emergency medical first responder services.
FMBFCD strives to provide the most efficient and professional response to the broadest range of emergency incidents by making every unit and its crew capable of initiating lifesaving action at any emergency.
Emergency Operations Division (EOD) coordinates and provides advanced and basic life support for medical emergencies; is tasked with confining and extinguishing structure, vehicle, brush and trash fires; as well as special operations such as vehicle extrication, water rescue and technical rescue for members of our community.
All fire suppression vehicles are equipped to respond to medical emergencies with firefighters who are also emergency medical responders, and all medical rescue transport vehicles carry specialized equipment that enables paramedic firefighter crewmembers to support suppression efforts or conduct search and rescue activities at any fire incident.
The Emergency Operation Division (EOD) is responsible for providing Pre-hospital Emergency Medical care and transportation for ill and injured residents and visitors in the District. This is accomplished through well trained Paramedics and EMT's, using state of the art equipment and medical protocols.
The District’s thorough in-service training program ensures that all firefighters maintain exceptional performance levels in both firefighting and emergency medical tactics, regardless of unit assignment.
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