St. Johns County has a new fire rescue chief, officials said Wednesday.
The appointment of Jeffrey A. Prevatt was confirmed by the St. Johns County Board of
County Commissioners at a meeting Tuesday.
“When I suffered (a) stroke in 2017, Assistant Chief Jeff Prevatt immediately stepped in and began managing Fire Rescue Operations," former Chief Carl Shank said at the confirmation. "He also fully supported me and my family during what became a long and very challenging year. Since stepping down as fire rescue chief to focus on department projects and policy development, I have observed the continued character, courage, and vision that Chief Prevatt has for this department. I have no doubt he is the right choice to serve as St. Johns County’s Fire Rescue Chief as a result of his experience, leadership, and vision for fire rescue services."