Event Brief
Hillsborough shifts fire contract to Pasco
Filed: Jul 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: Pasco Fire Rescue will replace Tampa Fire Rescue for service in Pebble Creek, Cross Creek, East Meadows and Live Oak.
WHO: Hillsborough County; Pasco Fire Rescue; Tampa Fire Rescue
WHAT: Hillsborough County switches its contracted fire service provider from Tampa Fire Rescue to Pasco Fire Rescue for specific communities.
WHEN: Jul 15, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
WHERE: Hillsborough County (Pebble Creek, Cross Creek, East Meadows, Live Oak communities)
WHY: The county cited cost savings and expected response coverage improvements.
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