White Oak Volunteer Fire Department

04/16/2026

04/14/2026

Starting tomorrow April 15, fire station 1 will be without power for an unknown amount of time for some electrical work. If you need to reach the fire department for any reason contact the police department at 903-759-0106 or city hall at 903-759-3936 and as always if you have an emergency please dial 911.

04/10/2026

Most people will never understand it.

They’ll see the truck go by. They’ll hear the sirens. They’ll assume someone is there to take care of it.

And most of the time… they’re right. But what they don’t see is everything behind that moment.

The interrupted dinners. The missed time with family. The early mornings after late nights. The second thoughts… and the decision to go anyway.

They don’t see the quiet conversations after a tough call.

Or the ones who sit in their trucks for a minute before going back inside. Or the people who wonder if they’re doing enough… and still keep showing up.

This has never been about being perfect. It’s never been about having more time than anyone else. It’s about choosing to be part of something bigger… even when it’s inconvenient. Even when it’s hard. Even when nobody is watching.

That’s the heart of a volunteer.

And they still choose to show up! 🚒

04/05/2026

If you notice a bright glow in the sky tonight, there is no need for alarm.

Eastman Chemical Company is currently conducting routine flaring operations. This process can create a large, visible flame or glow, especially after dark.

📌 This is a normal and controlled operation
📌 There is no emergency
📌 Please do not call 911 regarding the flare

We appreciate everyone helping keep emergency lines open for real emergencies!

03/27/2026

Some of you have probably seen a lot of activity going on at Fire Station 1. We are getting a face lift. The outer walls of the fire station were beginning to show their age so we’re having metal siding added with a stone accent. We’re excited to see the finished product.

03/22/2026

We would like to ask our community to lift up one of our members and their family in prayer due to an off duty accident.

We will not be sharing any details right now, out of respect for the family.