The Niceville Fire Department proudly protects 22,000 people living inside the city limits of Niceville, which consists of an area of 15 square miles. We also cover SR85 up to mile marker 21, SR123, and SR285 up to mile marker 12. Boat 21 is one of only two fireboats that provide coverage to Choctawhatchee Bay, which consists of 129 square miles, as well as protection in the Gulf of Mexico out 9 nautical miles. The Niceville Fire Department is committed to serving the community with the highest level of protection for life and property.