Georgetown/ Fruitland Volunteer FD and Support Staff

06/12/2026

06/04/2026

Line dancing tonight at 6:30pm!!

05/29/2026

This beautiful bench was donated to raise funds for the kids Christmas party this year. So we are going to auction it off. This bench measures approximately 46 inches long by 26 inches high(from ground to the top of the back). It has been completely refurbished including stainless steel hardware, metal primed and painted with rustoleum, 3 coats oil based polyurethane, mini wax stain (gunstock) and cypress lumber.
SB: $50
Auction will close next Friday June 5th @ 4:00pm.

05/27/2026

On 5/25 the Georgetown Fruitland fire department assisted Florida forest service and the St. John’s river water management department with a wildfire adding up to 50 acres there was 3 ffs dozers and 1 from SJRWMD engine 9 brush 9 squad 9 tanker 9
(Woods 10 crescent city)
(Woods 12 tanker 12 Welacka)
All departments assisted with fire containment

On 5/26 St. John’s river water management district had
3 brush trucks
3 utv side by side
2 atv
Tanker 9 brought water supply

4800 gallons of water
As of 5/26

05/18/2026

Spaghetti dinner
Monday May 18th.
4-7pm $8
Last one till September! 

05/13/2026

What an amazing turnout for our line dancing class at the new location! The energy, laughs, and dancing made for such a fun night, and I truly appreciate all the support.

We’re doing it again next Thursday! 🎶🔥

📅 Thursday, May 14th
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 Georgetown-Fruitland Fire Department
1411 Co Rd 309, Georgetown, FL 32139
💲$5.00

Bring your boots, water, your friends, and get ready for another fun night on the dance floor! 🕺💃

05/13/2026

🔥BURN BAN EXTENSIONS🔥
May 12, 2026

Burn bans in Putnam County have been extended for 7 days, through May 19.

Despite recent rains, dry conditions persist. The county remains in a D3 extreme drought, and KBDI is 510.

The only burning allowed is in a grill for preparation of food or with a burn authorization issued through Florida Forest Service.

Burn activities not allowed:
🔥Outdoor burning
🎆Explosive or combustible materials
🚗Parking vehicles with catalytic converters in high grassy areas
🚭Throwing ci******es or matches onto grassy areas

05/06/2026

🔥PUTNAM COUNTY BURN BAN EXTENDED🔥
May 6, 2026

The burn ban in unincorporated Putnam County has been extended through May 12, 2026, when conditions will be reevaluated.

Burn bans are also in place for:
Town of Interlachen through May 12
Town of Pomona Park through May 12

Despite recent rain, the County remains in a D3 extreme drought, and the KBDI for May 5 is 575. The NWS has issued Fire Weather Watches for this week due to low humidity and wind speeds.

05/06/2026

There will be a line dancing class at the community center Thursday May 7th from 6:30-7:30. $5 a person.

02/17/2026

🔥BURN BAN EXTENDED FOR UNINCORPORATED PUTNAM COUNTY🔥
February 17, 2026

The temporary burn ban in the unincorporated areas of Putnam County has been extended through February 24, 2026 due to continued dry conditions and elevated wildfire risk. Conditions continue to be evaluated to determine whether the burn ban should be extended again.

Drought conditions remain high, with 87.62% of the county in extreme drought and 12.38% of the county in severe drought.

Residents are reminded that open burning remains prohibited during this period. These precautions are in place to help protect public safety, property, and natural resources throughout the community.

Putnam County appreciates the public’s cooperation as we continue to monitor local fire conditions and prioritize the safety of our residents and first responders.