Nearly half of Flagler Beach firefighters resigned: What we know

Turmoil at Flagler Beach Fire Department as 5 Firefighters, Including Deputy Chief and Morgan Rainey, Resign

The Flagler Beach Fire Department is facing a leadership crisis as five firefighters tendered their resignations almost on the same day. High-profile departures include Deputy Chief Jennifer Fiveash and veteran Morgan Rainey. Personnel cite intimidation and lack of support under Chief Stephen Cox. City Manager Dale Martin is investigating the internal culture as Cox attributes the friction to chronic understaffing and low pay. Mutual aid from ne…

Nearly half of Flagler Beach firefighters resigned: What we know

Five of the 11 current Flagler Beach firefighters submitted their resignation earlier this month. City officials confirm five employees submitted resignations in April 2026 – within days of one another. Among these resignations is Deputy Fire Chief Jennifer Fiveash.

Nearly Half of Flagler Beach, FL, Firefighters Walk Out

The departure of Deputy Chief Jennifer Fiveash sparked two lieutenants, a fire marshal and a firefighter to quit.