Miami Beach Fire Department Reaccredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI)

Miami Beach, FL – The Miami Beach Fire Department has once again achieved national recognition for excellence in emergency response and public safety, receiving its fifth accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.

In January 2025, CFAI peer assessors conducted an on-site evaluation of the department. The evaluation included a comprehensive self-assessment process covering 11 key categories and 250 performance indicators, ranging from service delivery and community risk reduction to resource deployment and strategic planning. Following this process, the department’s reaccreditation was officially approved on March 31, 2025.

“This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of every member of our team,” said Miami Beach Fire Chief Digna Abello. “Our commitment to continuous improvement and public safety remains our top priority.”

The Miami Beach Fire Department was originally accredited in 2004 and has successfully completed reaccreditation cycles in 2009, 2015, 2020 and now 2025 — highlighting the department’s continued leadership and high standards in fire and emergency services.

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