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18500 Murdock Circle
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.

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Department News

Disaster Assistance Available through COAD

**REVISED** Disaster Assistance Available through COAD

Nov. 14, 2024 2:58 pm

The COAD Disaster Assistance Application helps residents access potential financial or home repair support.

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Shelter and Comfort Station at Harold Avenue Regional Park Closed

Shelter and Comfort Station at Harold Avenue Regional Park Closed

Nov. 10, 2024 1:33 pm

The shelter and comfort station at Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center located at 23400 Harold Ave. in Port Charlotte has closed.

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DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton

DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Nov. 2, 2024 6:48 pm

Individuals and families impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) are eligible to apply for D-SNAP. Online pre-registration for D-SNAP will open Sunday, Nov. 3 through Friday, Nov. 8 at MyFLFamilies.com/DSNAP.

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