Fire Rescue

Protecting the Heart & Gem of the Florida Keys

Fire and Rescue Emergency Services are available
24 hours a day – 7 days a week…….Dial 911

Marathon Fire Rescue Department

Mission Statement, Focus, Values and Goals

Our Mission

It is the mission of the Marathon Fire Rescue Department to preserve life and property, promote public safety and foster economic growth through leadership, management and actions, as an all risk life safety response provider to the Heart of the Florida Keys.

Our Focus

The Department will focus its efforts on responding rapidly to emergencies, providing appropriate intervention and community education.

Our Core Values

To Residents:

We owe the residents of Marathon the highest quality of service possible, characterized by responsiveness, integrity and professionalism. We will continually strive for quality improvement.

To Fire Department:

We owe the Marathon Fire Rescue Department our full commitment and dedication. We will always look beyond the traditional scope of our individual positions to promote teamwork and organizational effectiveness.

To Each Other:

We owe each other a working environment characterized by trust and respect for the individual, fostering open and honest communication at all levels.

To Ourselves:

We owe ourselves personal and professional growth. We will seek new knowledge and greater challenges, and strive to remain at the leading edge of our profession.

Our Goals

GOAL #1:
Develop an organization to effectively administer and manage the resources of the Department.

GOAL #2:
Develop a system for minimizing the impact of disasters and other emergencies on life and property.

GOAL #3:
Provide an effective and leading Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services System.

GOAL #4:
Provide an effective Fire Prevention and Public Safety System.