Steve Mahaffey

Congratulations to Lt. Stephen (Steve) Mahaffey for his recent promotion to the rank of Battalion Chief.  Steve has proudly served the citizens of Rockledge for the last 23 years, starting with the fire department in May of 1992 after a short time with the public works department.  He was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2001, and has been serving as an engine company officer ever since.  He is now the newest shift commander for shift A.

We are certain that Chief Mahaffey will continue to serve the citizens and his shift with professionalism and integrity, and we wish him the best for the future.

From 3138, congratulations chief !


Posted by M. Clark

Rockledge Fire crews battle a fully involved passenger van with propane tanks

Rockledge Fire Department along with Rockledge Police were dispatched to the 3900 block of Montesino Drive in Rockledge Tuesday afternoon for a passenger van fully involved and in close proximity to a residence.  Crews arrived to find that the van had luckily been moved away from the house, however there was on board propane cylinders that were venting and creating large columns of fire.

Crews maintained a safe distance and quickly brought the fire under control without injury or further incident. 

Two other vehicles and two adjacent palm trees were damaged as a result of flying embers and radiant heat.

Video coming soon.

Posted by M. Clark