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1. Does Monroe County recharge fire extinguishers?

Monroe County Fire Rescue does not recharge fire extinguishers. There are several fire extinguisher companies in the county that provide this service. You can locate these companies by searching locally for "fire extinguisher service."

2. My house caught fire and Monroe County Fire Rescue put it out. My insurance company needs a copy of the fire report. How can I obtain this?

Records of every fire to which a Monroe County Fire Rescue unit responds are sent to our Fire Rescue Headquarters. Copies of these can be obtained by contacting Executive Assistant, Mary Moeller, at Moeller-Mary@monroecounty-fl.gov or (305) 289-6005 during regular business hours.

3. My insurance company needs to know the distance between my home and the nearest fire station and fire hydrant. Where can I find this information?

The Monroe County Fire Marshal office can provide information regarding the distance between your home and the nearest fire station and fire hydrant. Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 305-289-6005, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or email moeller.mary@monroecounty-fl.gov. 

4. How do I report a leaking fire hydrant?

The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) maintains fire hydrants and can be contacted at 305-743-5409.

5. Who can I call to schedule a fire inspection for a new business or school or daycare facility?

The Monroe County Fire Marshal's Office provide inspections for daycares, commercial properties, and vacation rentals. Call 305-289-6020 to schedule an inspection.

6. How can I arrange to have a fire truck to come to my school, or to have my class visit a fire station?

If you would like to schedule a visit to the fire station you can contact Monroe County Fire Rescue Headquarters at 305-289-6005. 

7. How can I obtain a fireworks permit?

Fireworks permits must be obtained from the Fire Marshal at Monroe County Fire Rescue 30 days prior to the event. Permits from other agencies may also be required. Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 305-289-6005 and complete the Fireworks Permit Application (PDF).

8. How can I obtain a burn permit?

To obtain a burn permit or information on open burns, contact the Department of Forestry at 305-872-9010

9. What do I do with old paint, pesticides and other dangerous chemicals that I don't want?

These items can be disposed of free of charge at Monroe County’s three household hazardous waste collections centers during the following days and times:

• Cudjoe Key Transfer Stations, Mile Marker 21.5
  • First and third Wednesdays of the month
  • 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Long Key Transfer Station, Mile Marker 68
  • First and third Fridays of the month
  • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Key Largo Recycling Yard, Mile Marker 100.3
  • Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month
  • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information, call 305-295-4314.