MIFRD Update

By Coastal Breeze News Staff

The Marco Island Fire Rescue Department (MIFRD) responded to 246 emergency incidents during the month of November 2016. These numbers continue to reflect an overall call volume increase over

the prior year. During November, the department experienced 53 overlapping emergency incidents greater than two at the same time.

The part-time 12-hour seasonal ambulance (Medic-803) responded to 62 emergency medical incidents during the month

of December 2016.

The department also is offering ongoing free CPR/AED classes. Contact MIFRD Administrative Assistant Mary Husted at 239-389-5040 for more information.