Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department

06/02/2026

Training together, responding stronger. Tonight’s LPG emergency response training with our brothers from Sabinal and La Pryor fire departments.

A special thank you to Uvalde EMS for standing by and supporting the training.

06/02/2026

Tonight, the Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department conducted training focused on LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) emergency response. We were proud to welcome our neighboring departments from Sabinal and La Pryor to participate in this valuable hands-on training.

Working together strengthens our ability to respond safely and effectively to hazardous incidents, ensuring we are better prepared to protect our communities.

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make tonight’s training a success.

05/28/2026

Thank you Ransom and Uvalde County 4-H!!!
We are always appreciative of donations from our generous community. These will be put to good use.

Uvalde County 4-H member Ransom Barnett recently delivered healthy snacks to Manza Hale for the Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department. Donations from Uvalde County 4-H members included electrolyte drinks, water bottles, granola bars, and many other healthy snack items as a small token of appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our local firefighters and first responders.
We are truly grateful for the men and women who give their time to protect and serve our community each day. Whether responding to emergencies, helping during difficult times, or keeping our families safe, their commitment does not go unnoticed. Uvalde County 4-H is proud to support and thank these hometown heroes for all they do for our community

05/27/2026

Uvalde firefighters stayed busy Tuesday night responding to numerous emergency calls following thunderstorms that brought heavy rain and strong winds to the area.

At approximately 8:05 p.m., fire crews were dispatched to a house fire in the 700 block of Ft. Clark Road. Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke coming from the attic of the residence. Crews quickly initiated roof ventilation and an aggressive interior fire attack.

Thanks to the rapid response and coordinated efforts of firefighters, the blaze was contained to the attic, preventing further damage and saving the home.

In addition to the structure fire, crews handled a series of weather-related calls throughout the evening, remaining actively engaged from 7:00 p.m. until approximately 10:30 p.m.

05/23/2026

Our tournament is still a go for today! 8 A.M. registration, 9 A.M. shotgun start! Breakfast and lunch will be served to all participants!

05/15/2026

HAPPENING NOW: The Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department is currently responding to a rollover crash involving a semi-truck on Farm-to-Market Road 1022 west of Uvalde in Uvalde County.

Motorists should expect traffic delays in the area as emergency crews work to clear the scene and assist those involved.

Drivers are encouraged to use caution, avoid the area if possible, and follow all directions from first responders.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Posted at 8:30 A.M. CST

05/13/2026

At 11:47 a.m. Wednesday, the Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department responded to a locomotive fire involving a westbound train traveling into Uvalde. The fire was reported east of Uvalde, and the train was brought to a safe stop in the 2000 block of Farm-to-Market Road 2369, north of the city.

The conductor and crew member safely exited the train and made contact with fire officials at the incident command post.

The 88-car train was being pulled by three locomotives, with the fire contained to the engine compartment of the second locomotive. Firefighters quickly deployed an attack line and began suppression efforts. Crews were able to access the emergency fuel shutoff valve and successfully extinguish the fire.

A total of 18 personnel responded to the scene, along with one pumper truck, two tankers, one grass truck, and Tower 1.

Uvalde Fire would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance:

Uvalde Telecommunication Center
United States Border Patrol
Uvalde County Sheriff's Office
Uvalde EMS
Uvalde Police Department
Uvalde County Office of Emergency
Union Pacific Railroad
TxDOT

No injuries were reported.

05/10/2026

Today, we want to recognize the incredible mothers and wives behind our firefighters.

To the women who support us through long shifts, missed holidays, late-night calls, and everything in between — thank you. Your strength, patience, sacrifice, and unwavering support make it possible for us to serve our community each and every day.

You are the backbone of our families and an important part of this fire department family. We appreciate all that you do, often behind the scenes and without recognition.

From all of us at Uvalde Volunteer Fire department, Happy Mother’s Day to the amazing women who stand beside us. ❤️🚒

05/05/2026

UPDATE

Press Release

UVALDE, Texas - On Sunday morning, shortly before 3:00 a.m., the Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported smoke incident in the area of West Mill Street. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered smoke coming from the second floor of a vacant residence located at 135 W. Mill Street.

Fire crews quickly deployed a hand line and made entry to the second floor, where they encountered heavy fire conditions. The fire rapidly intensified, ultimately resulting in significant damage and the total loss of the structure.

A coordinated response included two pumper trucks, a tanker truck, and a tower truck, along with approximately 20 firefighters who worked throughout the night and into the following day to bring the fire under control and fully extinguish it.

Uvalde Police have since made an arrest in connection with the incident. Additional details can be found on the Uvalde Police Department’s official page.

No injuries were reported.

05/05/2026

In honor of International Firefighters’ Day, the Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department was proud to welcome five members from the Acuña Fire Department in Mexico. The Acuña firefighters joined us this evening for training, along with a firefighter from the La Pryor Fire Department.

Our crews first met the Acuña team last year while deployed to the Kerrville flood, and it’s an honor to train together again. Uvalde Fire continues its long-standing tradition of Monday night training while strengthening partnerships with our neighboring departments.