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This Thanksgiving, we reflect on how grateful we a

This Thanksgiving, we reflect on how grateful we are for the work we do and the communities we serve.

For many, we are the most reliable presence in their lives, always ready to answer the call—no matter the time or day.

To all those working at the firehouse today, serving your communities, remember to cherish what we get to do and the incredible people we do it with: our brothers and sisters.

Today, Local 3909 is especially thankful for the most important thing on that fire truck: the people.

Happy Thanksgiving!

#keywest #monroecounty #floridakeys

Last Friday Monroe County Trauma Star Flight Nurse

Last Friday Monroe County Trauma Star Flight Nurse Jorge Bolivar and Nurses from Jackson Memorial Ryder Trauma Center Aramis Martinez and Luis De Rosa taught the Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses verification course at Marathon Hangar.

The course is designed to offer evidenced based advanced concepts for nurses wishing to increase their knowledge of injured trauma patients. The ATCN course is sponsored by the Society of Trauma Nurses. The course has been operational for more than 25 years and is held in numerous states across the country as well as internationally. The course covers :
∙ Initial Assessment & Management
∙Airway and VentilatoryManagement
∙ Shock
∙ ThoracicTrauma
∙ AbdominalTrauma
∙ Head Trauma
∙ Spine & Spinal Cord Trauma
∙ Musculoskeletal Trauma
∙ Pediatric Trauma
∙ Burns
∙ Trauma In Extreme Age
∙ Trauma in Pregnancy

The course verification is valid for 4 years and provides learners with 17.5 contact hours.

Monroe County is fortunate to have highly experienced medical crews aboard our helicopters who not only provide life-saving interventions—often beyond what is available in our local facilities—but also share their expertise to train others.

#Local3909 #MonroeCountyFireRescue #monroecounty #thefloridakeys

We’re proud to announce that six of Local 3909’s paramedics have just completed their clinicals and rotations at UF Shands in critical units such as Pediatric ICU, Trauma ICU, Thoracic-Vascular ICU, Cardiac ICU along with Surgical and Medical ICUs. These students will graduate the program in December paid for through a grant by NASA. Not pictured are Flight Medics, Liz Jacoby and Matthew Hill.

By voluntarily participating in classes like these, our firefighters continue to exemplify Local 3909 and Monroe County Fire Rescue’s dedication to providing exceptional, above-standard care and services to our community and visitors alike.

#Local3909 #MonroeCountyFireRescue #monroecounty #thefloridakeys

Today, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of our n

Today, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. To the veterans who have served and defended our freedoms, and to those who continue to serve as part of our community, we are endlessly grateful. Your courage inspires us every day in our mission to protect and serve. Thank you for your commitment, dedication, and unwavering service. #VeteransDay #HonoringOurHeroes

It’s Election Day. #GoVote #MonroeCounty #Florid

It’s Election Day. #GoVote #MonroeCounty #FloridaKeys #KeyWest

🎃 Only TWO days left until the big day! Your lo

🎃 Only TWO days left until the big day! Your local firefighters are here to remind everyone to have a happy and safe #Halloween! Let’s keep our community safe while enjoying the fun.

Stay alert, watch out for trick-or-treaters, and keep those spooky celebrations safe!

#Local3909 #MonroeCounty #Firefighters #CommunitySafety #TheFloridaKeys #KeyWest

It is often said that in the NFL, professional ath

It is often said that in the NFL, professional athletes always know when their super bowl is, they are highly paid, held at a high standard and prepare tirelessly for that date, time and place where they will make a difference.

Local 3909 members go above and beyond to master the craft, on their own dime and time a group of your local firefighters attend the Metro Atlanta Firefighter’s Conference every year amongst other classes and training they provide for themselves, because our citizens and visitors are worth it. Because our members understand that every day they show up to work, no matter the time and place, their super bowl can come ringing through the bells. On your worst day, these dedicated individuals know that their best performance, aggressiveness and critical thinking all play a part in making that save, whether it’s life or property.

This is what Local 3909 and its members are about, becoming the best they can be for you on your worst day.

Pictured are firefighters Parra, Clavelo, Roman, Nieves, Andalia, Chang, Lopez, Macias and Gonzalez.

#monroecounty #floridakeys #keywest #CommunitySafety #local3909

The Professional Firefighters of Monroe County, Lo

The Professional Firefighters of Monroe County, Local 3909, is proud to endorse Jim Scholl for Monroe County Commissioner, District 3!

Jim Scholl’s proven leadership, from his time as commander of Naval Air Station Key West to serving as Key West City Manager, has consistently put the safety and well-being of our community first. Under his leadership, we’ve seen critical improvements in firefighter staffing, equipment, and emergency services like Trauma Star.

With Jim’s commitment to addressing workforce housing and quality of life issues, we’re confident he will continue to be an advocate for the entire Monroe County community.

Join us in supporting Jim Scholl this election! Together, we can build a safer, stronger future for the Florida Keys. @reelectjimscholl

#Endorsement #JimScholl #Local3909 #MonroeCounty #Firefighters #CommunitySafety #SupportFirefighters #District3 #thefloridakeys

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️

Every day 46 children are diagnosed with cancer. While adult cancer research receives far more funding, our little warriors deserve the same fierce commitment to finding a cure.

Join us in raising awareness for every child and family facing this battle.

#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #FirefightersStandUp #MoreThanFour #SupportResearch #CureChildhoodCancer #FloridaKeys #MonroeCounty

Monroe County Professional Firefighters #Local3909

Monroe County Professional Firefighters #Local3909 are proud to announce their endorsement of Ron Saunders for Monroe County Supervisor of Elections. @electronsaunders #MonroeCounty #FloridaKeys

Members of local 3909 participated in the annual @

Members of local 3909 participated in the annual @hawkscayresort heros salute 5k. In honor and remembrance for the heros that serve our communities. The 5k takes runners in and around duck key and the hawks cay resort. Our firefighters attended the 5k in their bunker as a demonstration of resilience and a greater challenge symbolizing the challenges first responders deal with on a daily basis. Our deputy fire marshall Keith Durden placed first overall. And Firefighter Clavelo received a special award for the first firefighter to finish in bunker gear. Special thank you to all that attended. Local 3909 is dedicated to our communities throughout the keys and we are proud to serve and be a part of this community.

📸 @keysweekly

#monroecounty #floridakeys #keywest #local3909

They went in knowing they might never come out. To

They went in knowing they might never come out. Today, we honor those we lost by striving to make our communities better every day. As we remember the fallen, we also recognize the over 20,000 lives that were saved.

We can replace trucks, equipment and tools, but the courage and dedication of the people who do the job is irreplaceable. Never forget.

Last month, a brother from our neighbors in Key We

Last month, a brother from our neighbors in Key West Fire Local 1424 James Rogers suffered a massive heart attack, going into cardiac arrest. Thanks to the quick actions of their crews on scene, life-saving interventions were made, and James pulled through. However, his road to recovery is long, and the medical bills are overwhelming.

To help ease the burden, his brothers, family and friends are hosting a fundraiser to support James in his recovery. Any support—whether through donations, sharing, or spreading the word—means the world to him and his loved ones.

https://gofund.me/165f01c0
🔗 Clickable Link to Donate in Bio

#KeyWest #MonroeCounty #FloridaKeys

Stop by @babyscoffee and try the new Firefighter S

Stop by @babyscoffee and try the new Firefighter Special!

#monroecounty #floridakeys #baypoint #keywest #CommunitySafety #local3909

Great cookout fundraiser benefiting the reelection

Great cookout fundraiser benefiting the reelection of @representative_jim_mooney thank you for inviting your local firefighters and keeping the keys local!

#Community #islamorada
#monroecounty #floridakeys #keywest #local3909

With great pride Professional Firefighters of Monr

With great pride Professional Firefighters of Monroe County, Local3909 endorse Commissioner Holly Raschein for Monroe County Commissioner, District 5! Her leadership and commitment to our community have strengthened our emergency services and ensured the safety of the Florida Keys. #FloridaKeys #MonroeCounty #firefighterssupport

Second year competing in the @heroes_grappling_tou

Second year competing in the @heroes_grappling_tournament our guys were able to pull out a 1st overall department win out of 20+ agencies competing with only 5 competitors. Bringing the department belt to #Monroe Heroes Grappling Tournament is a round robin grappling tournament for LEO and Firefighter competitors. All proceeds are donated to LEO and Firefighter organizations. 📸 @boschmiamiphotos #bjj #adoptacop #floridakeys #local3909 #grappling #firefighters

Our condolences to the family and friends of Lieut

Our condolences to the family and friends of Lieutenant Alexander Acosta who unexpectedly has passed away recently. Our Monroe County Firefighters want to express our respect and support to Miami-Dade Firefighters @Local1403 and its members in these difficult times. May he rest in peace.

Monroe County Fire Rescue crews from stations 13,

Monroe County Fire Rescue crews from stations 13, 11, 10 & 9 performed a rapid rescue after a boat collided with a bridge. Our firefighters had to access the closed down section of the South Pine channel bridge and then utilize roof ladders to board the sinking vessel and rescue the victims.

The quick thinking and resourcefulness of our professional firefighters resulted in the rescue of all involved and the transfer of critical patients to trauma facilities in the mainland via Traumastar.

Professional firefighters yield professional results.

Link to a detailed press release in our instagram bio.

#Community #ServiceAboveSelf
#monroecounty #floridakeys #keywest #CommunitySafety #local3909

After over 29 years of dedicated service to the ci

After over 29 years of dedicated service to the citizens and visitors of Monroe County. Captain Sebben has retired, finishing his prominent career where it all began at Station 13 in Big Pine Key.

Various crews showed up to show their appreciation for Captain Sebben’s exceptional career which included various roles within the department, spending time in the training division, where he shared his knowledge and mentored future Monroe County firefighters. He was in Monroe County’s first flight medic program, paving the way to become part of the first group of paid flight paramedics on Trauma Star. Additionally, he was one of Monroe County’s first Lieutenants.

While many have gone over the years Captain Sebben is the last founding union member to retire that is on our original Local3909 charter from 1998. Unionizing our department and setting imperative foundation for the betterment of our future.

We are grateful for his unwavering dedication and service. Best wishes for your retirement, Brother Sebben!

#Firefighter #Retirement #MonroeCounty #floridakeys #Local3909 #BigPineKey #Legacy #Dedication #ThankYou

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