Brazos County Precinct 3 Volunteer Fire Department

18/08/2026

We’d like to extend our sincerest appreciation to the 4Padel family for inviting us to be part of their grand opening! We're honored to have been included in such an exciting milestone! 🎉

We are also incredibly grateful for their very generous donation to our department. Thank you, 4Padel, for your generosity and support of Brazos County PCT 3 VFD! 🚒❤️

We wish you all the best and many years of success!

23/07/2026

We’d like to extend our sincere appreciation to College Station 723 C Shift for coming out and helping us fix our flagpole! Your willingness to lend a hand is a true reflection of your dedication to serving our community!

Thank you for all you do—we truly appreciate your support! 🇺🇸👏

08/07/2026

We're thinking about changing the sound of our siren... 🗣️

Which one do you like the best? 🤔🚒

04/07/2026

Happy Independce Day from Brazos County PCT 3 Volunteer Fire Department!

To help make your celebration as safe as possible, we've put together a few important Fourth of July safety tips. Our volunteers are always ready to answer the call, but we'd much rather see you making memories with your loved ones than meeting us on an emergency scene.

Stay safe. Stay cool. Celebrate responsibly. 🚒🎆

01/07/2026

22/06/2026

👨‍🚒❤️ Happy Father's Day from PCT 3 VFD! ❤️👨‍🚒

Today, we'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible fathers who raised us, the dedicated dads who volunteer alongside us, and all of the fathers who support us from home while we answer the call.

Thank you for your strength, guidance, sacrifice, and unwavering support. Whether you're teaching life's lessons, leading by example, or holding down the fort while we're away serving our community, your impact never goes unnoticed.

While they may not always wear the uniform, fathers are often the real-life heroes behind the scenes—helping shape who we are and making it possible for us to do what we do.

To all the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, father figures, and mentors who have made a difference in our lives—today, we celebrate YOU.

Happy Father's Day! 👏🚒🇺🇸

10/06/2026

🚒 Exciting News for Brazos County Precinct 3! 🚒

We are proud to announce the purchase of land for the future home of our new Station 2! The new station will be located at 5866 Elmo Weedon Road.

This investment marks an important step forward in our commitment to serving the residents of Precinct 3 and the surrounding communities. As our area continues to grow, so does the need for emergency services that can respond quickly and effectively when our neighbors need us most.

The future Station 2 will help improve response capabilities, support our firefighters and first responders, and ensure that we are prepared to meet the needs of our community for years to come.

This project would not be possible without the continued support of our citizens, elected officials, and community partners. We are excited to begin this journey and look forward to sharing updates as we move through the planning and construction process.

The future of Precinct 3 is bright, and we're honored to continue serving this incredible community.

📍 Future Site of Station 2
🚒 More updates coming soon!

25/05/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today, we’d like to take the time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting others will never be forgotten.

As you spend time with your family and friends today, please take a moment to honor those who have gone before us and gave everything for the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy.

From all of us at Brazos County PCT 3 VFD, we extend our deepest gratitude to our fallen heroes and their families. ❤️🤍💙

22/05/2026

🚑 FTO Friday 🚑

Behind every PCT 3 EMS provider is someone who took the time to teach, mentor, encourage, and lead. Today, we’re recognizing and sending our sincere appreciation to our incredible Field Training Officers while sharing the “why” behind what drives them to serve.

Our FTOs have a much more important job than simply teaching skills. They help shape the future of EMS through leadership, patience, mentorship, and real-world experience. Whether it’s helping a new provider gain confidence on a difficult call, teaching critical patient care skills, or simply being someone others can count on, their impact reaches far beyond the call itself.

Today, we’d like to recognize and thank the two Precinct 3 FTOs who have played a vital role in the EMS careers of so many of our first responders. While they each have different reasons for joining EMS, they share one thing in common — a passion for helping others during their time of need. ❤️

🚑 FTO Devan Hardy 🚑

“I can’t say I chose it — I grew up in it. Firehouses and EMS stations have been a part of my life since I was little. One of my favorite memories was being on the beach with my uncle and watching him work a wreck right in front of me, then later that night responding to a fire. Watching the sky turn orange, I thought it was beautiful.

I am a third-generation responder and honestly couldn’t see myself doing anything else. Every day is different. Every day brings something new. The knowledge is always changing and challenging.

Now, I’ve added teaching and training the next generation to that purpose, and I want them to become even better than me. I truly believe I was put here to help people, and I found a way to do it that I love. It may sound corny, but the saying is true — if you find a job you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.”

🚑 FTO Hailey Harkrider 🚑

“I chose to be in EMS to make people’s worst day just a little less bad. I want people to feel like someone is there to protect them and take the best care of them possible.

I was inspired by my grandmother, who was a nurse, to pursue EMS and help others no matter what. My parents taught me to serve others, and EMS is the best way for me to do that.”

20/05/2026

🚑 EMS Truth Tuesday 🚑

It’s time a round of EMS myths and facts! Let’s clear up a few common misconceptions about emergency medical services and the people behind the response. 👇

🚑 EMS Truth vs. Myth 🚑
❌ MYTH: Calling 911 automatically means you have to go to the hospital.
✅ TRUTH: Patients have the right to make informed decisions regarding their care. EMS providers assess the situation, provide treatment when needed, and help patients determine the best course of action based on their condition.

🚑 EMS Truth vs. Myth 🚑
❌ MYTH: If someone is talking, they must not need 911.
✅ TRUTH: Some serious medical emergencies can still allow a person to talk or walk initially. Symptoms can quickly worsen, which is why EMS providers complete full assessments even when someone “looks okay.”

🚑 EMS Truth vs. Myth 🚑
❌ MYTH: If you call 9-1-1, responding units will always use lights and sirens.
✅ TRUTH: Lights and sirens are only used when necessary. While they help us respond quickly to calls, they can also increase the risk of accidents on the roadway. Our goal is to keep ourselves, and everyone around us, safe.

If you have any other questions or misconceptions about EMS that you’d like us to clear up, leave them in the comments below! 👇🚑