Luling Volunteer Fire Department

Luling Volunteer Fire Department The City of Luling was officially named & chartered on September 19, 1874. With a population of approximately 1000, the need for fire protection was realized.

We dedicate our Professional Volunteer Services to the safety and welfare of the community through emergency response, prevention, leadership, training, and education. In late 1874, Luling Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1 was formed. The city had grown by 1892 and the need for additional fire protection was realized and on February 24, 1892, Luling Hose Co. No. 1 was chartered. At this time, two hose carts

, several sections of hose, a nozzle, a plug amd wrench were purchased. By 1894, Hose Co. No. 1 had 20 members and Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1 had 22 members. On February 6, 1901 the East End Hose Co. was chartered and began with 24 members. Oil was discovered in 1922 in the Luling area leading to a very rapid growth. To combine efforts, in July 1925 the three Volunteer Fire Companies were consolidated into the Luling Volunteer Fire Department. In 1931 a new REO Speedwagon Pumper was purchased. The Fire Department has grown through out the years and is currently a combination department with 5 paid personnel and 29 volunteers. During that time department had purchased a 1938 Diamond T 500 GPM Pumper and maintains three Class A pumpers, a first response booster truck, a rescue unit, four brush trucks, a 1000 gallon tanker and a 4X4 Chief's unit.There are two stations located within Luling and the Central Station is manned 24 hours a day. The Luling Fire Department suffered it's first fatality in the line of duty on November 18, 1933. Chief J.N. Wells was killed while responding to an oil refinery fire. The chemical fire engine that Chief Wells was a passenger in, skidded in loose gravel and rolled over. Three other firefighters were injured in the accident. The Luling Volunteer Fire Department has had five Chief's since its inception. J.N. WELLS.............................July 1925 - Nov. 1933
R.O. MUENSTER.................Nov. 1933 - Feb. 1943
PAUL B. CONLEY..................Feb. 1943 - Dec.1957
LEVIS BASSETT....................Jan. 1958 - April 1982
PAUL STAHL, JR....................May 1982 - Jan. 2009
TOM HARMON ...................Jan 2009 - Nov. 2022
CHARLES ROYALL ................Jan. 2023 - Present

02/16/2026

The countywide burn ban has been lifted through Wednesday, Feb. 18 following this weekendโ€™s rainfall. Please remember to burn ONLY natural brush and that this only applies to unincorporated areas of the county.

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿš’ We had the pleasure of hosting two firefighters from the Netherlands today โ€” Sabine and Pieter! They stopped by for ...
10/04/2025

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿš’ We had the pleasure of hosting two firefighters from the Netherlands today โ€” Sabine and Pieter! They stopped by for a tour of our station while visiting the area.

It was great swapping stories and learning about how they do things overseas. Thanks for stopping by, yโ€™all โ€” youโ€™re welcome at Luling Fire anytime! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿš’

Luling Fire Department members spent last night training with our rescue airbags. Regular training ensures weโ€™re prepare...
09/17/2025

Luling Fire Department members spent last night training with our rescue airbags. Regular training ensures weโ€™re prepared to serve when the call comes. ๐Ÿš’ ๐Ÿ”ฅ

We want to thank our friends at H-E-B for their generosity in bringing food and snacks to our department. Their kindness...
09/11/2025

We want to thank our friends at H-E-B for their generosity in bringing food and snacks to our department. Their kindness is not only a gesture of appreciation for first responders, but also a meaningful act of remembrance for 9/11. On a day when we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, it means so much to know our community stands with us. Thank you for always supporting first responders and for helping keep the spirit of remembrance alive. H-E-B

08/28/2025
08/20/2025

Texas Rescue Med empowers individuals and communities by providing superior emergency medical services training. Our mission is to cultivate a new generation of highly skilled, compassionate, and adaptable EMS professionals.

๐Ÿš’ The Luling Fire Department has been hard at work the past few months with vehicle extrication training, pump operation...
07/03/2025

๐Ÿš’ The Luling Fire Department has been hard at work the past few months with vehicle extrication training, pump operations, and responding to emergency calls in our community.

Weโ€™re currently looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team! No certifications or prior experience required โ€” just a willingness to serve.

๐Ÿ“†Come by our monthly business meeting on July 7th at 7 PM at the Luling Fire Department to learn more about how you can get involved. Weโ€™d love to have you on board! ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿš’

๐Ÿ”ฅโ›ณ Tee Off for a Cause! โ›ณ๐Ÿ”ฅJoin us Saturday, July 26th for our Annual Golf Tournament benefiting the local fire departmen...
06/09/2025

๐Ÿ”ฅโ›ณ Tee Off for a Cause! โ›ณ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Join us Saturday, July 26th for our Annual Golf Tournament benefiting the local fire department! Come swing those clubs, support your hometown heroes, and enjoy a great day on the course!

๐ŸŒ๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ When: Saturday, July 26th
๐Ÿ“ Where: Luling Golf course
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Lunch: Beef & Chicken Fajita Tacos (included for all players!)
๐Ÿ”ฅ All proceeds go toward supporting your local fire departmentโ€™s equipment, training, and community outreach!

Grab your team, polish your irons, and letโ€™s make this a tournament to remember. Your swing could help save lives!

Team application forms can be picked up at the Luling Fire station.

๐Ÿš’ Shoutout to Our Amazing Community! ๐Ÿšฟโ˜€๏ธA big THANK YOU to this incredible group of kids who spent part of their day hos...
05/25/2025

๐Ÿš’ Shoutout to Our Amazing Community! ๐Ÿšฟโ˜€๏ธ

A big THANK YOU to this incredible group of kids who spent part of their day hosting a car wash fundraiserโ€”and even took the time to wash our fire truck! ๐Ÿ‘

Your hard work, positive energy, and community spirit mean so much to us here at the Luling Fire Department. We are proud to serve a town filled with such dedicated and thoughtful young people. Keep up the great work!

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115 S Pecan Avenue
Luling, TX
78648

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