Highlands County Fire Rescue

Jenna is one of our very best, always ready to help.

Whether providing medical care to residents and visitors, training fellow Fire Rescue personnel, or lending a hand wherever needed, she consistently goes above and beyond for others.

Did you know Highlands County Fire Rescue has dedicated staff responsible for training and credentialing future paramedics? Meet one of the people helping prepare the next generation of first responders.

Meet Jenna Levine, firefighter/paramedic and field training officer with Highlands County Fire Rescue! 🚑🚒

For the past 17 years, Jenna has proudly served the residents of Highlands County.

She began her career as a paramedic and now serves as a firefighter/paramedic and field training officer, helping train new employees and guide EMTs as they advance to become paramedics. She also plays an important role in the credentialing process that prepares paramedics to serve the community.

One of Jenna's favorite parts of the job is meeting people. Whether she's working alongside a new employee or caring for a patient, she finds purpose in helping others during some of the most important moments of their lives.

She also hopes the community understands that emergency services is both physically and emotionally demanding. While firefighters and paramedics are known for their sense of humor, the work often involves difficult situations that stay with them long after a call ends.

Jenna's path to Fire Rescue began after paramedics responded to a serious horse-riding accident involving her mother. Watching them remain calm, professional and compassionate during a frightening moment inspired her to pursue a career in emergency medicine.

When she's not serving the community, Jenna enjoys spending time with her children, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and making new recipes with her family. One recent favorite was a meal she prepared in honor of her late father – fried pork chops with tomato gravy and rice – a way to celebrate his memory while sharing it with those she loves.

Thank you, Jenna, for your dedication to training the next generation of first responders and for the compassion and professionalism you bring to Highlands County Fire Rescue every day.

Don’t wait until it’s too late – know the warning signs of a stroke 🚑

Every second counts during an emergency. Recognizing the warning signs could save a life, including your own.

🧠 Signs of a stroke: B.E. F.A.S.T.

B = Balance loss
E = Eye or vision changes
F = Face drooping
A = Arm weakness
S = Speech difficulty
T = Time to call 911

Call 911 immediately if you observe any of these symptoms in yourself or others.