‘Agents of Discovery’ Outdoor Exploration app Launches at County Parks

Explore nature-based missions on the free Agents of Discovery app, an interactive way for families to turn screen time into opportunities to explore the outdoors while learning and having fun.

06/03/2025 5:00 PM

Residents should take action now to prepare for hurricane season

Sarasota County Emergency Management urges the community to take steps now to make their plans and prepare for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.

05/29/2025 1:30 PM

SCFD Lifeguard presented United States Lifesaving Association National Medal of Valor

Sarasota County Fire Department Lifeguard Mariano Martinez was recognized with the National Medal of Valor by the United States Lifesaving Association and named Lifeguard of the Year by the Florida Beach Patrol Chiefs Association.

05/27/2025 9:00 AM

Sarasota County Fire Department internationally recognized for excellence in emergency cardiac care

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) has been internationally recognized for excellence in emergency cardiac care, earning the Heart Safe Community award for a large community from the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC).

05/07/2025 1:00 PM

SCFD Achieves Gold-Tier Status in Florida Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) was named a PEDReady Gold-Tier recipient in the Florida Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program.

05/05/2025 12:00 PM

Speakers announced for Community Conversations on Hurricane Preparedness

Speakers from local, state and federal experts will lead the Community Conversation: Hurricane Preparedness on Thursday, May 8.

05/01/2025 12:30 PM

Sarasota County Watershed Master Plan updates completed

The Sarasota County Stormwater Division of Public Works has updated the Watershed Master Plan and is sharing it with the community. A public presentation is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, May 1, via Zoom.

04/28/2025 3:17 PM

Sarasota County to host Community Conversations on Hurricane Preparedness

Community members are invited to a Community Conversation on Hurricane Preparedness with Sarasota County and partners from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 8, at Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. Registration is encouraged.

04/08/2025 2:00 PM

Sarasota County projects manage invasive plants efforts with help from grant funding

03/31/2025 8:15 AM

Burn ban in effect for Sarasota County

A burn ban is currently in effect as of March 26, 2025 for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards.

03/26/2025 8:30 AM

Sarasota County Fire Department shares spring break safety tips

Sarasota County Fire Department is increasing response capabilities for the month of March as we anticipate an increase in visitors to our beaches during spring break.

03/14/2025 10:00 AM

Daylight saving a reminder to change smoke alarm batteries

The Sarasota County Fire Department encourages the community to use the time change on March 9 as an opportunity to check and replace batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

03/05/2025 9:30 AM

Sarasota County Seeks Community Input to Enhance Parks and Programs

02/28/2025 2:00 PM

Sarasota County honored with 35th consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

02/27/2025 5:22 PM

Sarasota County Fire Department reunites with trauma patient

Sarasota County Fire Department personnel had the opportunity to reunite with trauma patient Aviana Garrison and her family.

01/30/2025 4:23 PM

Sarasota County Fire Department to provide whole blood on emergency scenes

The Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) has partnered with SunCoast Blood Centers to implement a groundbreaking prehospital whole blood transfusion program. This initiative aims to provide life-saving blood transfusions to patients suffering from severe bleeding or traumatic injuries.

01/17/2025 9:26 AM

Fire Fest! Returns Jan. 25 to Carlton Reserve

Sarasota County's Fire Fest returns on Saturday, Jan. 25 to educate and inform the community about the importance of prescribed fire to the ecosystem.

01/06/2025 12:30 PM

Burn ban now in effect due to dry conditions

A burn ban is currently in effect for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards.

12/28/2024 10:00 AM

Sarasota County Fire Department hosting community event at Station 23

Sarasota County Fire Department will host an event for our community to meet fire department leadership from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 11, at Sarasota County Fire Station 23, located at 1930 N. Tamiami Trl., Nokomis.

12/20/2024 1:24 PM

Comment on Resilient SRQ Hurricane Ian Recovery Plan

12/19/2024 4:04 PM