Rusk County Firefighters Association

10/17/2026

With cooler temps coming this weekend it may seem like a great time for a fire but please remember we are still under a burn ban. The state has even issued a warning for our area of worsening fire conditions.

Also be aware that violation tickets are being given for those that disregard the burn ban.

So we hope you all enjoy the cooler weather but please don’t burn, it won’t be enjoyable for anyone if you end up seeing us at your house!

10/16/2026

🛑 LOOK AROUND. WE ARE NOT KIDDING ABOUT THE BURN BAN. 🛑
East Texas weather today is basically serving up prime wildfire fuel: bone-dry air, humidity hovering near zero, and enough wind to make a bad decision catastrophic in about four seconds.
We know your brush pile is mocking you from the backyard. We know you’ve been dying to torch those fallen branches. But unless you want a department under Rusk County ESD #1 to show up uninvited with a bunch of flashing red lights and a very disappointed look on our faces, do not strike a match.
The burn ban is still very much in effect. That means:
* No, your burn pile is not an exception
* No, burning trash on a windy day is not a DIY weekend project.
* Yes, we will show up, and it won't be to social-distance with you.
Let’s save the excitement for the weekend and keep our crews inside the station. Secure your sparks, put out the cigarette butts responsibly, and leave the burning to nobody.
Stay safe out there, neighbors!

10/16/2026

Wind Advisory from 10/16/2026 4:00 AM to 10/17/2026 1:00 AM CDT for Rusk County, TX
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Red Flag Warning until 10/17/2026 1:00 AM CDT for Rusk County, TX
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Northerly winds 25-35 MPH with extreme fire danger today. Don’t burn!!!

09/30/2026

7:50 AM - A major crash has been confirmed at the US 84 / US 259 intersection in Mount Enterprise. The Texas DPS crash team is responding as well as multiple RCESD1 departments. Expect significant traffic delays and consider alternate travel routes.

09/19/2026

Update @1700 we are 75% contained and it’s 30 acres. Units are being released. TFS, TIFMAS and Mount Enterprise will be out here while TFS mops up.

Today at approximately 1300, Garrison VFD was dispatched to a 15 acre grass fire on highway 84. Further investigation found the fire is actually closer to the 3181 and 3182D area. Multiple departments are on scene including us with the Command Module, Rusk County ESD, Eastside VFD, Laneville VFD, Mount Enterprise VFD, TFS, TIFMAS and the East Texas Medical Task Force assigned to TIFMAS. TFS also has aircraft incoming to assist in firefighting efforts. If you live down this way please be cautious and if you have no reason to be down here please avoid this area to allow crews to work.

09/18/2026

Multiple Rusk County ESD 1 departments with support from Texas A&M Forest Service and TIFMAS crews and a Kilgore Fire/Rescue drone are working a roughly 20-25 acre fire off FM 850 and County Road 238. The fire is approximately 50% contained as of 5:00 PM. Fire reported at 3 PM.

09/17/2026

🐟 It’s almost that time of year, folks! 🐟

The annual Eastside VFD Fish Fry Fundraiser is right around the corner! We’re getting things ready for another great year of good food, good people, and a whole lot of fun.

Come out, grab a plate, support your local volunteer firefighters, and enjoy the day with us! We’ll have food, raffles, and plenty of chances to win some great prizes.

More details coming soon, so keep an eye on the page and mark your calendars!

We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🚒🐟

Eastside VFD
Supporting our community, one call at a time.

09/12/2026

09/12/2026