Dixie County Fire Services - Station 21 71 Northeast 81st Avenue, Old Town, FL 32680

Welcome to Dixie County Fire Services - Station 21

Located at 71 Northeast 81st Avenue, Old Town, Florida, Dixie County Fire Services - Station 21 is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. Our station is an integral part of the Dixie County Fire Rescue, serving the Big Bend area of Northern Florida with a professional team of approximately 50 paid staff members and 30 volunteers. Our services cover fire suppression, prevention, inspections, emergency medical care, Community Paramedic services, and Emergency Management for a population of roughly 17,000 residents across 700 square miles.

Important Update: Vegetative Storm Debris

Following the recent impacts of Hurricane Debby, FDOT crews are actively removing debris from county roadways and right-of-way areas. Please note that residential debris will not be removed from yards. All County Roll-Off sites are currently open for your convenience. For construction or demolition debris, please direct it to the County Central Transfer.

Hurricane Debby Recovery Efforts

As our community continues to recover, we are pleased to inform you that a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is now operational at the Dixie County Public Library, located at 16328 SE Hwy 19, Cross City, FL 32628. The center is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to assist residents with recovery needs.

Emergency Medical Services

Dixie County Emergency Medical Services is committed to providing top-notch services while maintaining cost-efficiency for taxpayers. We offer direct billing to your insurance company and provide financial assistance options, ensuring that everyone receives the necessary emergency medical care. Our department boasts a collection rate of over 60%, excluding mandatory Medicare/Medicaid adjustments, and we offer various payment methods for your convenience.

Community Education and Training

As a certified training center through the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI), we offer community education courses, including CPR/AED for both laypersons and healthcare providers, as well as Basic First Aid. These courses are designed to equip participants with the skills needed to respond to medical emergencies effectively.

Commitment to Excellence

Dixie County Fire Services is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, health, and safety of our community. We continually seek opportunities to serve through fire prevention, emergency operations, patient care, and outstanding customer service. Our team is trained in state-of-the-art medical protocols to save lives, and we respond to approximately 4,000 calls annually, with 40% being fire-related incidents.

For more information on our services or to inquire about our non-emergency scheduled transport service, please contact us at 352-498-5018 extension 22. We are here to serve and protect our community with professionalism and dedication.