Selecteer een taal▼ RESIDENTS BUSINESS VISITORS GOVERNMENT SERVICES CONTACT / SEARCH HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT Samuel Peña, Fire Chief For Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) updates, go to https://houstonemergency.org/covid19 for information. > Houston Fire Department HOUSTON FIRE DEPARTMENT Promoting Excellence as the World's Largest Accredited Municipal Fire Agency Slogan ~ "Courage, Commitment and Compassion" Vision Statement ~ HFD will be recognized as a premier public service organization, respected and admired by our peers and the community as the most diverse, innovative, and efficient public safety provider in the world ... HFD Annual Operation: Stocking Stuffer Toy Drive The Houston Fire Department is kicking off its annual toy giveaway for area children November 5 - December 15, 2021. Citizens are asked to make donations online. The Give-Away will be on December 18th. READ MORE Thanksgiving Day Safety The Houston Fire Department wants everyone to have a safe and happy holiday by keeping some simple safety tips in mind while celebrating this Thanksgiving Day Holiday. READ MORE Coronavirus (COVID-19) The Houston Fire Department is guided by the Houston Health Department, Houston Local Health Authority and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding best practices for protecting our firefighters and preventing the spread of the virus. Firefighters 18 Percent Pay Increase On June 30, 2021, Houston City Council voted to approve an Ordinance providing Houston Firefighters with an 18 percent pay raise over 3 fiscal years. Beginning the first full pay period in July 2021, firefighters will receive 6% pay increase, and an additional 6 percent per year in each of the follow two fiscal years. READ MORE Fleet and Facilities Purchases and Improvements In the last three years the Houston Fire Department has invested in 18 new trucks at an approximately cost of $500,000 each and five aerial (ladder) trucks at an approximately $1 million each. READ MORE Firefighter Health and Safety Initiative Upon arrival at HFD, two and a-half years ago, Chief Peña made a priority to address long-overdue cancer prevention. Firefighters have 9% higher rate of cancer diagnoses than the general public. Vehicle exhaust fumes and other residues on protective gear; a lifetime of environmental exposure to carcinogens in a compressed time period or chronic exposure throughout a firefighting career. READ MORE Flood Response Equipment The City of Houston is subject to flooding that may result in casualties and/or damage to property. The most frequent flood hazard in Houston is flash flooding. Riverine flooding and dam/levee failure are possible but considered less likely due to adequate maintenance practices. The most common flash flooding service demand is stranded motorist resulting from street-level flooding. READ MORE The Houston Fire Department is Hiring! Learn more at hfdcareers.org FIRE DEPT. MAIN LINKS Contact HFD About HFD Fire Marshal Office Employment with HFD Community Interaction Divisions Frequently Asked Questions Member Information Newsroom Records Reports and Statistics Safety and Public Education POPULAR LINKS Active Incidents High Rise Certification HIPAA Privacy Notice Permit Fee Schedule Fire Code Concern or Complaint Broken or Leaking Fire Hydrant (311) Shift Calendars Special Events and Parades TIER II Reports CONTACT US Emergency / Life Threatening Calls 9-1-1 HFD Administration 832.394.6700 500 Jefferson, Ste. 1700 Houston, Texas 77002 HFD NEWS NOVEMBER 3 House Fire in The Greater Third Ward Area NOVEMBER 3 Structure Fire in The Lawndale / Wayside Area NOVEMBER 3 Houston Firefighters Recognized at 18th Annual Popeyes Thanksgiving Luncheon NOVEMBER 3 Houston Firefighters Continue Tradition of Holiday Giving with Annual Toy Drive Kick-Off NOVEMBER 2 Bar Fire in The Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park Area NOVEMBER 2 Apartment Fire in The Greater Hobby Area NOVEMBER 2 Residential Structure Fire in The Greater OST / South Union Area NOVEMBER 2 2-Alarm Apartment Fire in The Eldridge / West Oaks Area MORE NEWS TWITTER MORE TWEETS Home • 311 Help & Info • Contact Us • FAQs • Privacy Policy • CitizensNet © 2021. All rights reserved. City of Houston.