Oct. 21
Fire Department Engine 8 and Tanker 3 were dispatched to the 1400 block of Hickory in response to a reported fire alarm activation. Upon arrival, crews established command and began investigation of the premises. A full walkthrough and inspection of the building were conducted. No smoke, fire, or hazardous conditions were found at the scene. The alarm was determined to be a false activation. Crews located and reset the municipal fire alarm panel. The system was restored to normal condition. No further action was necessary. All units cleared the scene without incident.
Oct. 20
Fire Department responded to Gusher and FM 1585 for a report of a grass fire. Upon arrival FD found a small grass fire in the bar ditch. The fire was quickly extinguished, and all units returned to the station.
Fire Department responded to Alamo and Bear Road regarding a cotton stripper/baler having a fire in it. Upon arrival, FD found that the farmer was using the fire suppression system on the unit to keep the fire down until we arrived. Responders worked with them to flood all of the parts of the machine and stood by until there was no more smoldering cotton. Responders then cleared the scene and returned to the station.
Fire Department responded to the1200 block of Houston to investigate a fire in a bucket. It was determined to likely be rags previously used that had volatile chemicals on them.
Oct. 19
Fire Department B-14 responded to the 1400 Block of Ellis to a reported carbon monoxide alarm activation at a residential address. Upon arrival, the crew made contact with the homeowner, who advised that he had been experiencing ongoing issues with the detector’s batteries. No signs of carbon monoxide were detected upon investigation, and no occupants reported any symptoms. Homeowner was advised to replace the detector’s batteries and to contact the manufacturer or replace the unit if the problem persists. The scene was deemed safe, and B-14 returned to service.
Fire Department was to the100 Block of Darrell for an odor thought to be gas in a residence. Upon arrival there was an odor of gas in the residence. After using the tri-gas monitor there were no elevated levels detected in the home or attic. Responders opened doors and helped clear out the residence. Homeowner was advised of other potential measures to take if the issue continues. All units cleared the scene and returned to the station and back into service.
Oct. 18
Fire Department dispatched to the 1500 block of Ave. 5; canceled enroute.
Oct. 17
Fire Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of 1st St. for a sewer smell in the bathroom. Responders found it to be an issue that a plumber needed to address. Unit returned to the station.
Fire Department was dispatched to Alamo and A& ;M for a vehicle accident. Upon arrival, responders found one vehicle upside down in the ditch. All occupants were out of the vehicle and Fire Department assisted EMS with loading one patient. Fire Department stood by blocking until a wrecker arrived.
Fire Department was dispatched to the 100 block of 2nd St. for a possible gas leak. Upon arrival, the area was checked and the normal sound of gas moving through the larger diameter gas line was heard; there were no signs of leaks with the Sensit or smell. Atmos arrived to check it and the scene was released to them.
Fire Department was dispatched to the 200 block of Cherry St. for smoke in an apartment. Responders checked the reporting party apartment and joining spaces and no smoke was located. Fire Department cleared the scene and returned to the station.
Oct. 16
Fire Department Engine 8 was dispatched to the 200 block of Willow Wood to a report of a communication pole down in the area. Upon arrival, fire personnel confirmed a single communication pole was on the ground. The pole was not sparking and did not present any immediate fire or electrical hazards. Excel Energy and Vexus representatives were notified and dispatched to the scene. Fire personnel secured the area until their arrival. Once both utility companies were on scene, the situation was released repairs and mitigation of the issue. No injuries were reported. Engine 8 cleared the scene and returned to station.
Fire Department Brush 12 was dispatched to FM 168 and FM 1585 in response to reports of heavy black smoke in the area. Upon arrival, B-12 made contact with the Smyer Fire Department, who was also on scene investigating the source of the smoke. After further investigation, crews located an unauthorized burn that was producing the heavy black smoke. The fire was deemed under control, and the responsible party was advised of proper burn regulations and restrictions. Brush 12 cleared the scene and returned to service.
Fire Department C1 and T9 responded to the 3900 block of FM 301 to a training drill hosted by Oxy. Upon arrival, B-10’s four-man crew joined fire departments from Whiteface, Ropesville, Smyer and Sundown to simulate a working fire producing heavy black smoke and practice coordinated fireground operations. Crews deployed bumper nozzles and sprayed water on the simulated fire, focusing on nozzle control, communication, and coordinated suppression tactics. The training provided valuable inter-departmental cooperation and familiarization with mutual aid partners. All participating units completed the drill safely and returned to service on training concluded.
Fire Department Brush 10 was responded to the 3700 block of Wildcat to a training drill hosted by Oxy, Brush 10 responded to a training drill hosted by Oxy. Upon arrival, B- 10’s fourman crew was met on scene by fire departments from Smyer, Whiteface, Ropesville and Sundown of simulating a working fire producing heavy black smoke and practice coordinated fireground operations at the gas plant. Crews deployed bumper nozzles and sprayed water on the simulated fire, focusing on nozzle control, communication, and coordinated suppression tactics. The training provided valuable inter-departmental cooperation and familiarization with mutual aid partners.