UCFRD Volunteer/Support Services
Meets Every Third (3rd) Thursday at 11:00 AM
At the Fire Station
The Upper Captiva Fire Department is looking for island residents, full or part time, to assist in the event of a major catastrophe. Some of the ways you can assist are listed below.
- Tasks/jobs non-certified volunteers can perform
Crowd Control: Keeping area and road clear for emergency vehicles.
Island Notification: Alert residents & guest making them aware of an emergency situation.
County Taskforce Transportation: Shuttling support firefighters and equipment from island landing point to fire scene.
Rehab Station: Having shade, water and food available for firefighters.
Monitor VHF Radio: Receive instruction and disseminate information as needed.
Water Supply: Assist with set-up of drafting operation and assist with maintaining an uninterrupted supply of water.
Landing Zones: Assist with landing zone set up for LeeFlight helicopter for emergency patient transport.
Hurricane Preparedness: Study emergency guide and implement procedures outlined.
- Assign task leaders to organize and perform tasks/jobs
- Train for each task/job following Fire Department/CERT program as guidance
Anyone who would like to learn how they can help please contact me by e-mail uppercapfd@aol.com with your name, availability and phone number and I will set up times when we can train as a group or individually if necessary.
Thank you for your anticipated support.
Chief Bob Kinniry