Third public safety project breaks ground in Gainesville Published on July 31, 2026 For the third time in as many months, the City of Gainesville has broken ground on a public safety facility. The latest project is the Southwest Public Safety Center, a hurricane-hardened complex under construction near Archer Road and Interstate 75. The center will include a fire station with four engine bays, a dedicated Public Works warehouse and a community meeting room. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
Gainesville breaks ground on new Fire Station #3 Published on July 22, 2026 The 16,773-sq.ft. facility is being built near the corner of NE Eighth Ave. and Waldo Rd, just west of the existing station. Once completed in late 2027, the new facility will replace the current station with infrastructure that supports today's emergency response operations. It is one component of the NE Eighth Avenue/Waldo Road revitalization project. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
City groundbreakings mark investment in public safety facilities Published on July 20, 2026 City of Gainesville leaders invite area neighbors to the groundbreaking ceremonies this month of the new Fire Station #3 and the Southwest Public Safety Center, two public safety projects designed to strengthen fire and emergency response services across the city. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, GCRA, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
Emergency officials warn against complacency this hurricane season Published on May 29, 2026 The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. Even with NOAA predicting below-normal activity, it only takes one storm to cause major damage. Download Gainesville’s hurricane preparedness guide in English and Spanish and prepare now. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Temporary No Entry Zone established for North Main Street wildfire Published on April 23, 2026 The city is instructing individuals in nearby woods to move to safer locations. This establishment of a No Entry Zone is a critical public safety measure to protect people from falling debris, uneven ground conditions and isolated hot spots. The new restriction also preserves evidence as the Florida Division of Agriculture and Consumer Services begins the fire investigation process. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Emergency Updates, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Public safety leaders urge caution, awareness while battling wildfires Published on April 20, 2026 While wildfire activity remains high across the state due to the extreme drought, neighbors are urged to adhere to the countywide burn ban and keep vehicles off dry grass, properly dispose of smoking materials, avoid open flames or sparks and not light fireworks or sparklers. Visit bewildfirereadyFL.com for tips on preparing your property and creating an evacuation plan. Tagged as: , Announcements, Emergency Updates, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Gainesville constructing new fire stations to meet growing demand Published on April 17, 2026 Construction of Fire Station #3 is expected to begin in late May, with the facility relocating from 900 NE Waldo Road to NE 8th Avenue between NE 14th and NE 13th Streets. Fire Station #9 will relocate from 4213 SW 30th Avenue to the site of the future Southwest Public Safety Center, a joint facility going up near Archer Road and Interstate 75. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Gainesville to unveil new GFR ladder truck Published on March 09, 2026 City of Gainesville leaders invite area neighbors to attend a dedication ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 12, at Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) Station 8 for the dedication of its newest ladder truck. Tagged as: , Announcements, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Gainesville public safety agencies share Halloween safety tips Published on October 28, 2025 As Halloween approaches, Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) and Gainesville Police Department (GPD) emphasize the importance of pedestrian safety as part of the City of Gainesville’s Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Students explore government services during Florida City Week Published on October 27, 2025 A long-standing partnership between the City of Gainesville and Alachua County Public Schools gave fifth-grade students an inside view of local government as they met city leaders and toured public safety and transit facilities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases