Deputy Chief Chad Branford and A-Shift Captain Philip Smith were recognized for their 20 years of Service. Lt. Darren Denmark was named and recognized as the City’s Employee of the month.
Putnam, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Putnam County (DOH-Putnam) is cautioning the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Crescent Lake on July 10th, 2024. Water sample testing is underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise…
Lithium-ion batteries, renowned for their high energy density and lightweight characteristics, are pervasive in numerous devices and vehicles we utilize daily. However, ensuring their safe usage and handling is paramount. The efficiency of these batteries hinges significantly on adhering to recommended charging practices and safeguarding them from extreme temperatures, which can provoke malfunctions or, in…
Updated April 3, 2024 Firefighter/EMT $49,419 starting annually commensurate with education and experience. Job description located at www.palatka-fl.gov Apply Online We offer Local/Minority Scholarships to qualified applicants. Find our Scholarship information and applications on the website www.palatkafd.com.
The Palatka Fire Department is a two station, 25-man career department within the city limits of Palatka. Each station houses one first-out engine and a backup engine, and our second station houses a tower. The three 24-hour shifts are made up of eight employees per shift who hold a minimum of Florida State Firefighter Level…
Palatka was established as a trading post in 1821 and is today the county seat of Putnam County, Florida. The name comes from the Timucuan Indian word Pilotakata, meaning “crossing.” The original settlement was burned during the Seminole War of 1836. In 1838, the US government constructed Fort Shannon, which served as a garrison, supply…
