Destin Beach Safety

Destin Beach Safety Destin Beach Safety is a specialized rescue service within the Destin Fire Control District.
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On Sunday June 8, 2003, eight people drowned on Panhandle Beaches and hundreds were rescued. After that horrific day, the Destin Fire Control District created it’s Beach Safety Division. Since 2004, Destin Beach Safety has been patrolling the waters of Destin, ensuring the safety of it’s visitors. The addition of Destin Beach Safety has made drownings on the beach drop dramatically, almost to zero

. Starting out with only six ATV’s patrolling and roughly a dozen employees, the patrol has grown dramatically. As of 2013, Destin Beach Safety has expanded to include:
-Over 40 employees
-8 Rescue Rhino’s
-2 Lifeguard Rescue Crafts
-4 Lifeguard Chairs
-2 Beach Wheel Chairs
Destin Beach Safety has also been issued an Advanced Lifesaving Certification from the United States Lifesaving Association. Every employee is USLA certified and undergoes extensive training in First Aid, CPR, and AED. It is our mission at Destin Beach Safety to not only make the beaches of Destin the most beautiful in the world, but also make them the safest. FOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CONTACT:
Beach Safety Chief
Joe D’Agostino
(850) 837-8413
or email:
destinbeachsafety@yahoo.com

04/27/2026
Good morning! Lifeguards are on duty flying yellow flags. If you’re lucky enough to be joining us, be sure to swim near ...
04/26/2026

Good morning! Lifeguards are on duty flying yellow flags. If you’re lucky enough to be joining us, be sure to swim near one of our lifeguards. We can’t wait to enjoy this awesome weather with you. Stay safe!

Red flag today had a great time racing. Thanks for everyone who showed up!!!
04/25/2026

Red flag today had a great time racing. Thanks for everyone who showed up!!!

Strong currents today! Stay safe  and swim near a lifeguard.
04/24/2026

Strong currents today! Stay safe  and swim near a lifeguard.

Knee deep is too deep!Rip currents present2’ Surf 🌊UV Index (8) ☀️
04/23/2026

Knee deep is too deep!

Rip currents present

2’ Surf 🌊

UV Index (8) ☀️

Yellow flags : medium hazards todayUV index (11)Make sure to apply sunscreen! ☀️
04/17/2026

Yellow flags : medium hazards today

UV index (11)

Make sure to apply sunscreen!

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Address

117 Crystal Beach Drive
Destin, FL
32541

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

Telephone

+18507979449

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