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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Single-Aircraft Incident in Estero Bay Preserve Prompts Multi-Agency Response
ESTERO, Fla. – November 8, 2026 – Iona McGregor Fire District (IMFD), along with multiple emergency response agencies, responded to a single-aircraft incident involving one occupant in Estero Bay Preserve.
Upon arrival, IMFD personnel utilized the aerial ladder from Truck 74 to establish a visual of the pilot. Due to the location and terrain, crews were preparing to reach the pilot on foot and by a side-by-side vehicle. The Lee County Sheriff's Office aviation unit was able to successfully hoist the pilot from the area.
The pilot was evaluated at the scene by Lee County EMS.
Responding agencies included Iona McGregor Fire District, South Trail Fire Protection & Rescue Service District, Lee County Sheriff's Office, Lee County Public Safety, and Crash Fire Rescue.
The response required coordination among multiple agencies to locate, access, and safely retrieve the pilot from the preserve. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you all for the swift response! It’s an honor to work alongside such a great team here in SWFL!
Awesome job firefighters
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Friday Night Lights is BACK! After a few years on pause, this special event returned, bringing smiles, excitement, and a whole lot of joy to the patients, families, and hospital staff inside Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida! We love lighting up the night for the hospital!
Firefighters Danny Garcia and Hunter Schawalder took to the hospital walls, giving those watching from inside a fun surprise! High above, Lieutenant Josh Koza, Engineer Dave Purcell, and Firefighter Joel Arias were manning the ropes, while Fire Chief Martin Palijan, Battalion Chief Jason Martin and Community Relations Specialist Megan Contreras joined the fun on the ground, interacting with the community and enjoying the festivities.
Sometimes, a little surprise outside the window can make a BIG difference inside!
It’s always an honor to take part in events like this alongside fellow first responders in fire, emergency medical services, and law enforcement. Coming together to spread joy and create lasting memories is what it’s all about! ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you for always supporting and joining us!
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Friday Night Lights is BACK! After a few years on pause, this special event returned, bringing smiles, excitement, and a whole lot of joy to the patients, families, and hospital staff inside Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida! We love lighting up the night for the hospital!
Firefighters Danny Garcia and Hunter Schawalder took to the hospital walls, giving those watching from inside a fun surprise! High above, Lieutenant Josh Koza, Engineer Dave Purcell, and Firefighter Joel Arias were manning the ropes, while Fire Chief Martin Palijan, Battalion Chief Jason Martin and Community Relations Specialist Megan Contreras joined the fun on the ground, interacting with the community and enjoying the festivities.
Sometimes, a little surprise outside the window can make a BIG difference inside!
It’s always an honor to take part in events like this alongside fellow first responders in fire, emergency medical services, and law enforcement. Coming together to spread joy and create lasting memories is what it’s all about!
Great video, Lee County Sheriff's Office! 🎥
More pictures from this special evening to follow! ... See MoreSee Less
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Wow...you all are AWESOME!
❤️ Love this!!!!!!!!