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The $19.6 million will help departments purchase firefighting apparatus, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing and other essential resources needed to safely and effectively respond to emergencies in their communities.

Ronald Perry, 49, of Brenham, was indicted by a Washington County grand jury Oct. 14 on a second-degree felony arson charge. Perry, a former Rocky Creek Volunteer Fire Department firefighter, is currently being held on a $100,000 bond at the Washington County Jail.   An initial Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigation found suspicious wildland fires south […]

The Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute kicked off its seventh cohort Oct. 13 to 15 in Round Rock.

Each year, federal, state, local and private firefighters from across Texas and the nation attend the academy to continue their education and earn nationally accredited training qualifications.

This year’s National Fire Protection Association Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” highlights the importance of safely using, charging and storing lithium-ion batteries.

Sisters in Fire introduces students to wildland firefighting and natural resources careers through hands-on activities led by professionals in these fields.

The Texas Tree Awards recognize individuals, organizations and communities for their contributions to planting, maintaining and protecting trees and strengthening community forests across Texas. 

A recently published review of wildfire research reinforces those recommendations, highlighting how multiple factors combine to improve a home’s chances during a wildland-urban interface wildfire.

Prolonged drought and extreme heat can cause hardwood trees, particularly oaks, to develop brown or yellowing leaves and fall-like coloration earlier than expected. Across East and Central Texas, these changes may be a sign that trees are entering premature dormancy in response to severe drought stress.

The $4.99 million awarded Aug. 26 will help departments purchase firefighting apparatus, fire and rescue equipment, protective clothing and other resources needed to safely and effectively respond to emergencies in their communities.