Thursday: Milton Fire-Rescue Earns Prestigious Heart Safe Community Award

Milton Fire-Rescue has been recognized with a prestigious Heart Safe Community Award for its innovative approaches to cardiac emergencies. The department's efforts, including advanced medical protocols and community programs like Fire CARES, have resulted in significantly higher cardiac survivability rates than the national average.

The award, given by the International Association of Fire Chiefs, highlights Milton's commitment to helping patients with Acute Coronary Syndromes and sudden cardiac arrest. With a cardiac survivability rate of 33% in 2024 and 20% in 2025, Milton is outpacing the national norm, and Chief Gabe Benmoussa will officially receive the award later this month.

This recognition is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the Fire-Rescue Department, City Council, and the community, and it's likely to further solidify Milton's reputation as a leader in emergency medical services – so expect to see continued investments in tools and training that keep saving lives.