Abernathy Volunteer Fire Department

02/13/2026

Out of ideas for the perfect Valentine’s Day card?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

02/10/2026

🇺🇸 Abernathy Volunteer Fire Department Flag Fundraiser Update 🇺🇸

Flag renewal letters have been mailed out for our American Flag Fundraiser.

If you have not yet renewed, please be aware that flags will NOT be placed in your yard on Presidents’ Day this Monday unless payment has been received.

💲 Cost: $25 for the entire year

Your annual donation covers flag placement on the following holidays:

🇺🇸 Martin Luther King Jr. Day
🇺🇸 Presidents’ Day
🇺🇸 Memorial Day
🇺🇸 Flag Day
🇺🇸 Independence Day
🇺🇸 Labor Day
🇺🇸 Patriots Day
🇺🇸 Veterans Day

🚒 All proceeds directly support the Abernathy Volunteer Fire Department and help us continue serving our community.

If you’d like to continue receiving flags in your yard, please return your renewal as soon as possible.

Thank you for supporting your Abernathy Fire Department🇺🇸🔥

01/30/2026

As we sit here and get everything back in order at the fire station, we are reminded once again how incredible this community truly is.

We want to sincerely thank everyone who stepped up and supported us while we were serving the community. From those who brought food to keep our crews going, to the individuals and businesses who donated sleeping bags for our emergency shelter, provided space to store vehicles, and contributed financially. Your generosity did not go unnoticed.

We are also very thankful to report that no one needed to utilize the emergency shelter, and we only responded to a few minor calls during the event. We were truly blessed.

We would much rather have an extreme game plan in place and not need to use it than be unprepared when our community needs us most.

Abernathy is more than just a town! It’s a community that shows up when it counts. We are beyond grateful for your continued support, trust, and kindness.

Thank you for standing behind us when it matters the most!

01/24/2026

❄️ ABERNATHY— WINTER WEATHER & COMMUNITY SUPPORT NOTICE ❄️

With the snow and ice now impacting our area, there is potential for power outages. Please know that the Abernathy Fire Department is prepared and has a backup generator in place to maintain operations during an outage.

If you or someone you know becomes desperate due to loss of power, heat, or unsafe living conditions, please reach out to us. We have cots and sleeping bags available and can provide a warm, safe place to stay.

🚨 Important Notice:
For the safety of everyone, anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol is NOT permitted to stay at the fire station. Individuals who arrive under the influence will be arrested and provided free transportation to a warm stay at the Hale County Jail.

This is a family-friendly environment, and mutual respect is required at all times.

📞 If you are in need of assistance, please contact:

• Chief Kelly Vandygriff
📱 806-535-4174

• Deputy Chief Robert Prater
📱 806-778-9296

• Asst. Chief Michael Looney
📱 806-778-2585

Please check on your neighbors, especially the elderly, and don’t hesitate to reach out if help is needed. Stay safe and stay warm.

-Abernathy Fire Department

City of Abernathy

01/22/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE – ABERNATHY 🚨

Due to potential weather conditions this weekend, city personnel and first responders will be out in the field working and City Hall may not be staffed.

📞 If you need IMMEDIATE emergency assistance:
• Emergencies: Call 911

• Non-Emergency Dispatch:
• Lubbock County: 806-775-1480
• Hale County: 806-296-2724

❗ Please do NOT call City Hall, as staff will not be in the office and calls will go unanswered.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep our responders focused on serving the community. Stay safe and warm.

— Abernathy Fire Department

City of Abernathy

01/21/2026

❄️ COLD WEATHER NOTICE – ABERNATHY ❄️

With temperatures expected to drop below freezing for several days starting this Friday, the Abernathy Fire Department wants to help make sure everyone in our community stays safe and accounted for.

If you know of an elderly neighbor, a family member, or anyone who may need a welfare check during this cold weather — especially if snow or icy conditions develop — please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would much rather check on someone early than find out help was needed too late.

📞 Call 911 for emergencies
📞 For non-emergency welfare concerns, contact

Chief, Kelly Vandygriff 806-535-4174
Deputy Chief, Robert Prater 806-778-9296
Asst. Chief, Michael Looney 806-778-2585

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⚠️ SPECIAL NOTE FOR OXYGEN & MEDICAL NEEDS

If you or a family member:
• Use oxygen bottles or concentrators
• Rely on electric medical equipment
• Have limited mobility
• May have trouble getting supplies due to weather or power outages

👉 Please reach out ahead of time so we can help plan and check in if conditions worsen.

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🥶 COLD WEATHER REMINDERS
• Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those living alone
• Bring pets inside
• Protect pipes from freezing
• Use heaters safely (never inside vehicles or enclosed spaces)

Abernathy takes care of its own. If you’re worried about someone — say something. We’re here for you.

– Abernathy Fire Department

12/09/2025

We always enjoy interacting with these kiddos!

12/09/2025

We are excited to see everyone in the morning!

🚨🙌 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 🙌🚨
Next Tuesday, December 9th, our annual High Fives With Heroes event is BACK at Abernathy Elementary! 🎉👮‍♂️🚒🚑🇺🇸

Several first responder agencies from across the area will be joining us bright and early to serve donuts and juice 🍩🧃, visit with the kids, answer questions, and share some smiles.

Then at 7:45, we’ll all line up for our favorite part — a high-five tunnel as every student heads to class! 🙌🤩
It’s loud, it’s fun, and it’s one of the best traditions of the year. ❤️

We’re proud to partner with:
🔥 Abernathy Fire Department
🚓 Abernathy Police Department
🚑 UMC EMS
⭐ Hale County Sheriff’s Office
🛡️ Hale County Constable’s Office
👮‍♂️ Texas DPS Troopers
🚨 Lubbock County S.W.A.T.
🇺🇸 United States Military

Abernathy Elementary School
Abernathy ISD
City of Abernathy

12/02/2025

🚨🙌 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 🙌🚨
Next Tuesday, December 9th, our annual High Fives With Heroes event is BACK at Abernathy Elementary! 🎉👮‍♂️🚒🚑🇺🇸

Several first responder agencies from across the area will be joining us bright and early to serve donuts and juice 🍩🧃, visit with the kids, answer questions, and share some smiles.

Then at 7:45, we’ll all line up for our favorite part — a high-five tunnel as every student heads to class! 🙌🤩
It’s loud, it’s fun, and it’s one of the best traditions of the year. ❤️

We’re proud to partner with:
🔥 Abernathy Fire Department
🚓 Abernathy Police Department
🚑 UMC EMS
⭐ Hale County Sheriff’s Office
🛡️ Hale County Constable’s Office
👮‍♂️ Texas DPS Troopers
🚨 Lubbock County S.W.A.T.
🇺🇸 United States Military

Abernathy Elementary School
Abernathy ISD
City of Abernathy

10/21/2025

If you’re wandering what that loud noise is this morning and if you smell natural gas, ONEOK is bleeding off a gas pipeline at the northeast side of town.

10/13/2025

🎪🔥 The A-Town Clowns are back!
We’re rolling into Abernathy Elementary on October 20th (morning) and then popping over to Cotton Center Elementary (afternoon) for a day of laughs, learning, and fire safety.

👨‍🚒🤡 Expect goofy skits, big smiles, and our interactive inflatable Fire Safety House where kiddos can practice real-life safety tips in a fun, hands-on way!

📅 Monday, Oct 20
🌞 Morning: Abernathy Elementary
🌤 Afternoon: Cotton Center Elementary

Tell your kiddos to get ready—we’re “We’re Doomed” (…unless we practice fire safety 😉). See y’all there!

06/07/2025

🚨 Public Safety Reminder 🚨

We want to take a moment to thank our citizens for their continued support and cooperation, especially during severe weather. We understand that no one wants their vehicle damaged by hail, and we truly sympathize with that concern.

However, we must emphasize that parking under the 1st Street Bridge and 16th Street Bridge in the lanes of travel is strictly prohibited. These actions create serious safety hazards:

✅ They block emergency personnel who may need to respond quickly.
✅ They put other drivers at risk, especially those approaching from behind who may not be able to stop in time.
✅ They violate state law, and violators may face legal consequences.

As a reminder, Texas Penal Code § 42.03 – Obstructing Highway or Other Passageway states:

A person commits an offense if, without legal privilege or authority, they intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly:

(1) Obstruct a highway, street… or any other place used for the passage of persons or vehicles; or
(2) Disobey a reasonable request to move issued by a peace officer or fireman.

⚖️ An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor.

If a police officer or firefighter asks you to move, you must do so immediately. This is for your safety and the safety of everyone on the road.

We appreciate your understanding and commitment to keeping our community safe. Please help us spread the word and protect one another.

Stay safe and thank you for your cooperation.