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Port Charlotte, FL 33948

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Public Safety

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.


Public Safety Director - Jason Fair

Jason Fair

Public Safety Director

Jason Fair serves as the director of Public Safety and the Fire Chief of Charlotte County Fire & EMS.

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Publications

Department News

County Asks Residents to Report Storm Damage News Image

County Asks Residents to Report Storm Damage

Aug. 7, 2024 4:21 pm

Charlotte County has an online Self-Reporting Storm Damage system to collect storm damage assessments. To report home or business damage, visit tinyurl.com/selfreportdamage, then enter the address, select the type of damage and add a photo.

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Punta Gorda Road Update

Punta Gorda Road Update

Aug. 5, 2024 8:23 am

All major roads in Punta Gorda are open.

Roads currently closed due to flooding are Wood Street between Marion Avenue and Olympia Avenue and Berry, Dolly, Chasteen, and McGregor Streets between Retta Esplanade and Marion Avenue.

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**REVISION** Sunseeker Boardwalk Now Open

**REVISION** Sunseeker Boardwalk Now Open

Aug. 4, 2024 4:42 pm

The Sunseeker boardwalk is now open.

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