The Deltona Fire Department operates in the largest city within Volusia County, with an estimated population of 109,000 residents. Currently, we operate out of five stations and have 84 front-line personnel.
🚒 2026 Election Endorsements — Deltona Professional Firefighters
As we enter the 2026 election cycle, the Deltona Professional Firefighters want to make sure our members, families, and the community know exactly who we have endorsed in this election.
Our endorsements reflect the candidates we believe will best represent our community, support public safety, and work collaboratively with the men and women who serve Deltona.
Each election cycle brings new candidates, new issues, and new circumstances. Our endorsements are specific to the current election and reflect the decisions made by our organization for 2026.
The candidates featured in this post are the official 2026 endorsements of the Deltona Professional Firefighters.
We are proud to support these candidates and encourage everyone to learn more, get involved, and most importantly, make your voice heard and vote!
🇺🇸 Deltona Professional Firefighters🔥
Proud to Serve. Proud to Support Our Community.
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Today, we remember and honor Ron Huth.
Before dispatching services transitioned to Volusia County, Ron was one of the voices behind the radio for the City of Deltona. He wasn’t just a dispatcher, he was part of our fire family.
In this profession, there are voices you never forget. Ron’s was one of them. No matter how chaotic or stressful the call, hearing Ron on the radio brought a sense of calm. His professionalism, attention to detail, and steady presence gave firefighters confidence that nothing would be overlooked. While he wasn’t physically on the apparatus with us, he was on every call, helping guide us through the worst moments and doing everything he could to make sure everyone made it home safely.
Dispatchers are often the unseen first first responders. They carry the weight of the emergencies they answer, comfort callers on what may be the worst day of their lives, coordinate life saving resources, and remain the calm in the middle of someone else’s crisis. Their sacrifices are often made quietly, behind a headset, but they are no less significant.
Ron made a lasting impact on countless firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement officers, and the community he served. His voice, his dedication, and his commitment to others will not be forgotten.
As we mourn Ron’s passing, let this also serve as a reminder that mental health matters. The stress carried by dispatchers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS professionals, and all first responders is real. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. There are people who care, resources available, and hope beyond today’s struggles. No one should have to fight those battles alone.
Rest easy, Ron. Thank you for your years of service, your calming voice in our darkest moments, and for always being there when we needed you.
We’ll take it from here
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Today, new hire candidates for the Deltona Fire Department took on the FireSled Physical Agility Test as part of the hiring process. This assessment is designed to simulate the real world tasks firefighters perform on the fireground, ensuring each candidate is prepared for the physical demands of the job.
A firefighter’s personal protective equipment and SCBA can weigh 45–75 pounds before adding tools, hose, or other equipment. Every emergency requires strength, endurance, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Physical fitness is a critical part of the profession because when someone calls 911, they deserve firefighters who are ready to perform at 100% every call, every shift, every time.
We wish all of the candidates the best of luck as they pursue the opportunity to serve the citizens of Deltona with Pride, Dedication, and Honor. 🚒💪
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The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
We are also pleased to announce the newly formed Deltona Fire Fighters Foundation. This is a Not For Profit 501(c) that has been developed to not only assist our firefighters in a time of need, but to work closely with various charities and civic organizations within our community. For further information regarding the Foundation please contact the Foundation’s Chair Anson Chucci through the Deltona Fire Fighters Foundation web site at DeltonaFireFightersFoundation.org