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Local firefighters are our first line of defense against disasters. Texas A&M Forest Service capacity building programs have awarded over $238 million in grants to Texas fire departments including training for 72,695 firefighters. Learn more about how these programs are working to build the capacity of the Texas fire service by visiting the link below to view a short video.

Eligible fire departments can receive valuable assistance through programs offered by the Capacity Building Department. These programs enhance the ability of firefighters to protect themselves and the public from fire and related hazards.
We are proud to serve Texas fire departments and encourage participation in our many programs.
Fire Department Programs Summary
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+ Volunteer

The primary goal of the VFD Assistance Programs is to enhance the emergency response capabilities of volunteer and combination fire departments with 20 or fewer paid members.

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+ Career

Career fire department assistance programs enhance the emergency response capabilities of fully paid and combination departments with 21 or more paid members.

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+ Wildfire & Incident Management Training

Texas A&M Forest Service provides nationally accredited wildfire and emergency management training throughout Texas to local, state and federal organizations. Training opportunities are offered that accommodate as few as one firefighter to an entire host organization or to multiple organizations. TFS training is coordinated by the Incident Response Department Training Section and delivered by qualified and experienced TFS staff.

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TFS Regional Fire Coordinators
+ Quicklinks
Fire Department Directory (FDD)

The Fire Department Directory Web application provides users with a comprehensive listing of fire departments and their resources within the state of Texas. It provides fire departments with the opportunity to submit fire reports, and the ability to follow activity within the fire department assistance programs.
Primary Protection Area Reporting
Burn Ban Flags Available for Purchase
NIMS Adoption / Compliance
USFA/FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program
Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS)
Texas Interagency Coordination Center (TICC)
TFS Regional Fire Coordinators (RFC)
Attack From the Black Training Video
Death and Disability Benefits for Firefighters
Advisory Councils
Roscommon Equipment Center
State Firemen's & Fire Marshals' Association of Texas
Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Texas Division of Emergency Management
Texas Engineering Extension Service
Texas Secretary of State
United States Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Texas Facility Commission

RELATED INFORMATION

PREVENT WILDFIRES

TEXAS BURN BANS

FIRE DANGER

EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Texas A&M Forest Service is in the process of updating the Texas Wildfire Protection Plan. The plan and supporting documents are currently posted online and available for public comment. The public meeting will take place July 10, 2020 at 200 Technology Way, College Station, Texas at 9 a.m.

DRAFT TEXAS FOREST ACTION PLAN

Texas A&M Forest Service has updated the Forest Action Plan and is requesting comments before a final version is published at the end of the year. To download a copy for review and to access an on-line survey where comments can be provided.

FIND A TEXAS COVID-19 TEST SITE NEAR YOU

This website allows Texans to find the nearest COVID-19 and antibody test collection site. The map can help you locate drive-thru and walk-in sites located near you or scheduled to be established near you. Learn more by exploring the map.

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Texas A&M Forest Service urges the public to be cautious with outdoor activities this holiday weekend

As Texans make plans to celebrate the Fourth of July, Texas A&M Forest Service encourages everyone to be careful with any activity that may cause a spark. Approximately 90 percent of wildfires are caused by humans and their activities, and Independence

Texas A&M Forest Service saves historic home in McDaniel Fire

Last week, on June 13, Texas A&M Forest Service responded to assist on the McDaniel Fire in Coke County, northwest of San Angelo. Extreme fire behavior--including multiple days with short crown runs and short-range spotting--coupled with topography challenges, wildland urban-interface and the remote location made the fire a challenge to contain and control.

Early summer drying could indicate a severe wildfire season in Texas
Drought conditions in the western Plains and early drying across the state have led to an increase in wildfire activity and an early start to the summer wildfire season.

6/25/2020 1:00:00 PM
Texas A&M Forest Service saves historic home in McDaniel Fire

6/17/2020 2:55:00 PM
Early summer drying could indicate a severe wildfire season in Texas
Drought conditions in the western Plains and early drying across the state have led to an increase in wildfire activity and an early start to the summer wildfire season.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

DRAFT TEXAS FOREST ACTION PLAN

FIND A TEXAS COVID-19 TEST SITE NEAR YOU

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

DRAFT TEXAS FOREST ACTION PLAN

FIND A TEXAS COVID-19 TEST SITE NEAR YOU

TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE

TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE