Terrell Volunteer Fire Department

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The Terrell Volunteer Fire Department provides fire and rescue services to more than 100 square miles of Kaufman County ESD #3, along with mutual aid throughout the county.

At 1:28pm Sunday afternoon, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to Zagota Crossing on a reported grass f...
08/30/2026

At 1:28pm Sunday afternoon, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to Zagota Crossing on a reported grass fire. Callers advised a pasture was on fire with multiple structures either threatened or on fire. Mutual aid was immediately requested from Volunteer Fire Department ESD #1 . A drone operator also responded from Mound Fire Department to assist the incident commander with aerial surveillance.
Firefighters arrived to find approximately 2 acres burning in moderate to heavy fuels. The fire was threatening to jump Zagota Crossing and enter the subdivision to the north. Fire attack began immediately, using a combination of direct attack (water on fire) and indirect attack (constructing fire lines by hand to allow the fire to burn to the line and then stop). Forward progression of the fire was halted at 1:52pm.
A total of 7 structures were immediately threatened and an additional 6 structures were threatened had the fire jumped the road. All structures were saved with only very minor damage to the exterior cladding of one outbuilding.
TVFD responded with Brush 2, Brush 3, Tanker 1, Engine 2, Squad 1. KVFD responded with Tender 2 and Tanker 1. All fire units cleared the scene at 3:03pm.

This was TVFD's 9th call for the weekend (so far!) including two grass fires, a traumatic injury, and several medical calls. TVFD continuously recruits new members... and we need you! If you're interested in joining our department, drop us a DM.

At 10:56pm Saturday night, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to 206 Burns in the unincorporated Sand B...
08/30/2026

At 10:56pm Saturday night, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to 206 Burns in the unincorporated Sand Branch area of Dallas County to assist DCFR and a large contingent of mutual aid departments. with a 10+ acre brush/wildland/dump fire. DCFR requested TVFD’s tanker and manpower. Tanker 1, Engine 2, and Squad 1 responded and supplied many thousands of gallons of water.
Responding fire departments included Dallas County, Dallas, Combine, Crandall, Kaufman, Bristol, Wilmer, Seagoville, Ovilla, and a few others.
All TVFD personnel cleared the scene at 4:31am.

In one photo you’ll see a pretty uncommon sight - TVFD Tanker 1 supplying water to Dallas Fire Engine 32 - DFR’s first electric hybrid fire engine!

TVFD operating on another grass fire on FM 548 near High Country Lane. Several fires have been found along 548 stretch...
08/28/2026

TVFD operating on another grass fire on FM 548 near High Country Lane. Several fires have been found along 548 stretching from Forney to Rockwall County. With assistance from Forney FD, Terrell FD, and Rockwall County FDs, these fires are out and in overhaul.

TVFD currently operating on the Corky Fire in Van Zandt County assisting their firefighters. Brush 1, Brush 2, and Eng...
08/27/2026

TVFD currently operating on the Corky Fire in Van Zandt County assisting their firefighters. Brush 1, Brush 2, and Engine 1 are working with other Kaufman County responders from Elmo, College Mound, and Mabank while other TVFD personnel remain in district to respond to other calls. This fire is now 300 acres and only 10% contained. Please pray for improved weather and safety for everyone involved!

At 6:08pm Sunday evening, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to FM 148 near FM 987 for a major vehicle ...
08/17/2026

At 6:08pm Sunday evening, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to FM 148 near FM 987 for a major vehicle crash. As units responded, dispatch advised that two people were entrapped and injured. Firefighters requested an additional ambulance be dispatched and a helicopter placed on standby.
Firefighters arrived 7 minutes after dispatch to find a pickup truck on its side with heavy damage. FM 148 was closed in both directions. The occupants of the vehicle had already self-extricated. After a rapid trauma assessment was conducted, one patient was found to be suffering from injuries that would benefit from air transport. Careflite 4 was upgraded to a scene response and a landing zone secured south of the incident. Both patients were transported to Dallas-area trauma centers for further care.
It is believed that the truck was traveling southbound when the driver lost control in the curves. The truck crossed the road, entered the southbound ditch, rolled on its side, and slid at high speed into the tree where the roof was crushed down heavily. After DPS completed their investigation and a wrecker removed the vehicle, FM 148 was reopened and all fire units cleared at 7:24pm.

Tragically, the truck slid into and damaged a memorial for a motorcyclist who lost his life after crashing into the very same tree back in 2020. Firefighters propped the memorial cross back up but the bottom was broken off. If any of our followers know the family that maintains this memorial, we would greatly appreciate you forwarding this along so they can make repairs.

Remember - these high-speed, tree-lined, non-divided roadways are lethal. Many long-term TVFD members can identify specific trees where multiple people have lost their lives over the years. A quick moment of inattention, one tire dropped off the roadway, can lead to disastrous consequences. Give these roads the respect they deserve.

As always, TVFD needs you! We continuously recruit new members. Want to join us? Drop us a DM.

UPDATE: FM 148 reopened. All fire units clear. FM 148 closed north of FM 987 for a rollover crash. CareFlite helo resp...
08/16/2026

UPDATE: FM 148 reopened. All fire units clear.

FM 148 closed north of FM 987 for a rollover crash. CareFlite helo responding. Avoid this area

At 1:09am Sunday morning, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to CR 243 at CR 245 for a grass fire. The ...
08/16/2026

At 1:09am Sunday morning, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to CR 243 at CR 245 for a grass fire. The caller reported all four corners of the intersection on fire.
Firefighters arrived 5 minutes after dispatch to discover approximately 1 acre on fire in heavy fuel across all 4 corners of the intersection, moving toward dense brush. An offensive fire attack was quickly mounted, bringing the fire under control 13 minutes after arrival. With the current drought and fuel load, an extensive overhaul was conducted to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.
After a bit of investigation, debris from fireworks were located in the roadway. Prophetically, the piece recovered says "WARNING - SHOOTS FLAMING BALLS" (a phrase we never expected to post on social media). The irresponsible firework user apparently failed to heed this warning. As a reminder, shooting fireworks from a public roadway is illegal... and shooting fireworks when we are in a serious drought and a burn ban reflects a massive lack of common sense.

While working this incident, multiple vehicles attempted to speed through the scene. One in particular, after being stopped, explained that he "couldn't see anything". When you can't see anything, common sense dictates that one slow down or stop. But, apparently "speed up" is also an option. Who knew?

We think it's time for a new movement. How about we Make Common Sense Common Again? 😂

Oh... if you know of a group of young adults who were out last night driving in an older black Tahoe with an expired registration sticker and who may have consumed a few adult beverages - yeah, encourage them to make better choices and educate them in proper conduct when approaching a fire scene. Oh, and get that sticker fixed - Kaufman County law enforcement doesn't play!

All fire units cleared the scene at 2:05am.

This was run #2 of 6 for Saturday. TVFD firefighters spent almost 4 hours fighting fire, overhauling, and picking up al...
08/16/2026

This was run #2 of 6 for Saturday. TVFD firefighters spent almost 4 hours fighting fire, overhauling, and picking up alongside our TFD brothers in the searing August heat.
Mutual aid agreements make the entire county stronger and we are always happy to assist our neighbors.

At 10:05pm Saturday night, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to the area of Old George Dr. for a repor...
08/16/2026

At 10:05pm Saturday night, your Terrell volunteer firefighters were dispatched to the area of Old George Dr. for a reported fire. Callers reported two vehicles heavily involved in fire with potential involvement of a structure and an electrical line. With the potential of this turning into a structure fire, mutual aid was immediately requested from Ables Springs Fire Department and Fire Department, City of Terrell.
Firefighters arrived 7 minutes after dispatch to find two vehicles with heavy fire showing. A quick-thinking neighbor was using a garden hose to cool the side of the home. A preconnected 1.75" attack line was deployed and the fire was placed under control at 10:31pm. Thanks to quick FD action and the quick-thinking neighbor, the home suffered only minor damage to the underpinning. Mutual aid companies staged but were released. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Kaufman County Fire Marshal's Office . All fire units cleared the scene at 11:33pm.

This was call #5 of 6 for Saturday, including another structure fire. We need you! TVFD continuously recruits new members to serve our ever-growing community. If you're looking for an impactful way to contribute to your community, drop us a DM.

A BURN BAN is now in effect. This will last for 90 days or until rescinded by Commissioner’s Court. Outdoor burning of a...
08/11/2026

A BURN BAN is now in effect. This will last for 90 days or until rescinded by Commissioner’s Court. Outdoor burning of any type is prohibited.

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200 S Frances Street
Terrell, TX
75160

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+19725512727

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