Greater Naples Fire Rescue District (GNFD) held its Inaugural Awards and Recognition Ceremony in the apparatus bays of Station 73 on February 12, 2016. The evening featured the first appearance of the GNFD Honor Guard along with a powerful message
Fire Chief Report – December 3, 2015
Last week the Greater Naples Fire District proudly supported the annual Farm City BBQ. With several staff members attending and on-duty crews standing by to assist any medical events, this was a wonderful event to begin the holiday season. As
Fire Chief Message September 16, 2015
Last week Greater Naples Fire Rescue District hosted live fire origin and cause investigation training. Agencies from Collier and Lee County Arson Task Force, Collier County Sheriff’s Office, Collier County Code Enforcement, and Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office participated in
Fire Chief’s Message September 9, 2015
Last week the District took possession of its newest fire apparatus, Engine 75, that will be housed at the District’s busiest station on Santa Barbara Blvd. Yesterday the Collier County Board of Commissioners approved the Interlocal Agreement for Greater Naples
Fire Chief Message – August 12, 2015
This week we are celebrating the retirement of Deputy Chief Nick Biondo after over 26 years of service. Deputy Chief Biondo began his career with the East Naples Fire Control & Rescue District on January 5, 1989 and will retire
Fire Chiefs Message – August 5, 2015
I am pleased to announce the District has taken receipt of its inaugural fire service Challenge Coin. Challenge coins are a long standing tradition in many fire rescue agencies as well as the police and military to honor special occasions,
Fire Chief’s Message – July 29, 2015
This week the District welcomed Mr. Rob Low as the newest member of the Greater Naples Fire Rescue District. Mr. Low will be serving as the Deputy Chief of Support Services, replacing Deputy Chief Nick Biondo who will soon be
Fire Chief News July 8 2016
Last week the District celebrated the arrival of Ladder 21 and this weekend the community got its first look at the new apparatus in the Naples 4th of July Parade. Over the next few weeks, maintenance staff will be mounting