Residents invited to National Night Out events across Florida Keys

MONROE COUNTY, Fla. — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to attend National Night Out events across the Florida Keys to promote community engagement and public safety.

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The sheriff’s office says the free event will take place on Aug. 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will bring together enforcement, first responders, military personnel and community members.

The agency says National Night Out helps strengthen neighborhood partnerships and raise crime prevention awareness.

The sheriff’s office said attendees will have the opportunity to meet deputies, police officers, firefighters and members of the military, while learning about the agencies and organizations that help keep the Keys safe. Food and refreshments will also be provided.

The agency says the National Night Out events will be held in four locations spread across the Keys:

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• Key Largo Community Park in Key Largo

• Founders Park in Islamorada

• Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Hangar at the Florida Keys Marathon International Airport in Marathon

• Truman Waterfront in Key West

Depending on the location, the sheriff’s office says visitors can explore displays from specialized units, including the Dive Team, SWAT, and Crime Scene Investigation.

Also expected to participate are representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Highway Patrol, Monroe County Fire Rescue, and other fire districts, Monroe County schools, chambers of commerce and more.

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