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Hereford Volunteer Fire Department received a $14,000 equipment cost share grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. The grant was used to help purchase a washer/extractor and dryer that will properly clean their personal protective equipment (PPE). The effectiveness of fire gear can be reduced without the […]

Texas A&M Forest Service, in cooperation with Abilene Fire Department, is hosting a celebration in honor of Smokey Bear’s 75th birthday and his wildfire prevention message. The event will be held Friday, Aug. 9, from 11a.m. to 2p.m. at Nelson Park Festival Gardens, 2070 Zoo Ln, Abilene, TX.

Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunt using GPS-enabled devices. Geocaching is fun for all ages and comes in all sizes, shapes and experience levels. It makes every day interesting and keeps you curious when you set off in search of a geocache. When you actually fine one, it is very satisfying! We have a series […]

Since 2003, Texas has assisted the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA) with the Firewise USA® program. Through this program, Texas A&M Forest Service educates communities on the steps they can take to better protect their homes from a wildfire.

Texas A&M Forest Service Law Enforcement Investigators made an arrest earlier this month in an alleged timber theft case in Rusk County.

Elmwood Volunteer Fire Department added a 2019 Freightliner water tender to their fleet, increasing their capacity to serve their community and surrounding area. “This tender is replacing a 1976 truck that was difficult to drive,” said Fire Chief Clyde Cunningham. “This new apparatus has a 2,000-gallon water tank and will be able to shuttle enough […]

Retreat Volunteer Fire Department added a new 2019 tanker/pumper with many computerized updates to their fleet. Thanks to this new addition Retreat VFD was able to donate two of their serviceable apparatus to other small fire departments. “This new tanker/pumper is quite an upgrade from our 1975 manual truck,” said Fire Chief Hunter Smith. “It […]

Surfside Beach Volunteer Fire Department accepted a $200,000 cost share grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program to help purchase a new water tender with a 1,250-gallon water tank and foam capability. “This apparatus is replacing a 1993 truck and will have a dual purpose,” said Surfside Beach VFD Fire Chief Pete David. […]

COLD SPRING, Texas — Punkin-Evergreen Volunteer Fire Department received a $100,000 costshare grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program administered by TexasA&M Forest Service. The grant allowed the department to purchase a 2019 small brush truck. “This new addition will be our first-out for wildland fires and will also aid in getting additional […]

PALO PINTO, Texas — Lone Camp Volunteer Fire Department added a 2019 small brush truck totheir fleet thanks to a $100,000 cost share grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire DepartmentAssistance Program administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. “This new unit will expand our firefighting capabilities as it carries more manpower, water, and tools,”said Lone Camp […]