Public Safety Department
Our team protects the lives and property of the citizens and visitors of Desoto County by providing the highest level of service in Fire Suppression, Fire Prevention Education, Emergency Medical Services, Rescue, and Incident Mitigation.
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Chad Jorgensen
Fire Chief & Public Safety Director
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Ph: (863) 993-4842
Fax: (863) 993-4844
122 N Hillsborough Ave | Arcadia | Florida | 34266
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Harvey Sweeting
Deputy Chief
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Ph: (863) 993-4842
Fax: (863) 993-4844
122 N Hillsborough Ave | Arcadia | Florida | 34266
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Jamie Howell
Public Safety Coordinator
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Ph: (863) 993-4842
Fax: (863) 993-4844
122 N. Hillsborough Ave. | Arcadia | Florida | 34266
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Paul Blackwell
Fire Marshal
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Ph: (863) 993-5848
201 E Oak Street, Suite 204
Arcadia, FL | Florida | 34266
Cathee Durrance
Administrative Assistant
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Ph: (863) 993-4842
Fax: (863) 993-4844
122 N Hillsborough Ave. | Arcadia | Florida | 34266
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Arcadia | Florida | 34266
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