941.743.1200
18500 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Mission: To serve and protect the citizens of Charlotte County through leadership, teamwork, and exceptional services.
Charlotte County Public Safety comprises Emergency Management, Fire & EMS, Fire Prevention, Animal Control, Radio Communications, and the Public Safety Training Center. The department utilizes a highly skilled workforce to provide services to protect life and property, mitigate hazards, and respond to emergencies.
Jan. 5, 2026 11:30 am
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, communities in southern Jamaica faced widespread devastation and loss. From Nov. 8–22, 2025, Charlotte County Fire & EMS Lieutenant Jarrod Gavagni joined Project Heal Jamaica as Operations Section Chief, helping deliver essential relief to families in the rural community of Burnt Savannah. Together with local partners, teams distributed thousands of meals and cases of water, stabilized schools and churches, and supported clinics working to reopen after the storm. This humanitarian mission reflects the heart of the fire service, bringing hope, stability, and compassion to those who need it most.
Dec. 10, 2025 9:58 am
Charlotte County Animal Control, in coordination with the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County, has issued a 30-day rabies alert following confirmation that a bat in the McKee Street/Bennett Drive area of Port Charlotte tested positive for rabies.
Dec. 9, 2025 2:56 pm
Charlotte County Imposes Burn Ban Dec. 9 2025
The Charlotte County Commission has imposed a ban on all outdoor open burning, including the use and discharge of fireworks and sparklers, due to ongoing drought conditions and increased fire risk.
