PORT RICHEY, FL — February 12th — In order to help Pasco County Fire Rescue with a brush fire in the Starkey Park Wilderness Preserve, the Port Richey Fire Department, located at 7824 Grand Blvd., Port Richey, FL, United States, 34668, arrived on mutual aid. In a sizable forested region, crews collaborated with Pasco County Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service, emphasizing resource assistance, safety, and coordinated suppression.

During wildland incidents, the reaction emphasized the importance of effective communication, unified command, and regional cooperation. The department kept complete coverage across the City of Port Richey while units were on the scene, guaranteeing that locals would continue to get emergency services in a timely manner. According to officials, the operation demonstrates the continued collaboration between state, county, and local law enforcement as well as their mutual dedication to safeguarding Pasco County communities.