‘Beat the Heat’ This Summer With Monroe County Fire Rescue’s Annual Event
Firefighter/EMT Luis Gonzalez joins in on the fun at Tavernier’s Beat the Heat event last week.
MONROE COUNTY, FL – Monroe County Fire Rescue will host its annual “Beat the Heat” events this summer for children of all ages throughout Monroe County. Monroe County firefighters and firetrucks will provide a gentle stream of misting water in a safe and fun environment.
“It’s a great way to meet your neighborhood firefighters and cool off from the summer sun,” said Monroe County Fire Rescue Chief Steve Hudson. “It continues to be an event our firefighters look forward to hosting.”
Children are asked to wear bathing suits, water shoes, and sunscreen, and to bring a bottle of water and a towel. Monroe County Fire Rescue will provide snow cones and fire prevention material.
All the events are from 10 to 11 a.m. The dates include:
- Layton Community Baptist Church – July 10
- Big Pine Community Park – July 17
- Sugarloaf School – July 24
- Stock Island at Bernstein Park – July 31
For more information, call 305-289-6005. The dates will be canceled or rescheduled if there is threatening weather.
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