Lake Brownwood Bridge VFD

03/15/2026

Great information!

🔥Stay Wildfire Aware this Week (March 15-20, 2026) 🔥

3/15: high drying of surface fuel is expected to occur going into Sunday for the Western third of the state that did not receive 1+ rainfall amounts over the past 7 days.

👉Moderate potential for large wildfires with high resistance to control are possible Sunday in the High Plains, Caprock, western Rolling Plains, and Southern Plains when dry surface fuel is exposed to very high to extreme fire danger due to a long duration and strong post-frontal environment.

👉Near to above normal fuel moisture and increased greenness of herbaceous fuel should result in low to moderate initial attack fire potential in the Cross Timbers, Eastern/Western Hill Country, Central Texas, North Texas and Northeast Texas.

3/16: Monday will feature a cooler, but very dry post-frontal environment. Elevated to critical fire weather over dry surface fuel in far South Texas and the lower Gulf Coast will support moderate potential for initial attack fires and at least low potential for a large fire with high resistance to control. East and Central Texas may support low initial attack fire potential with low resistance to control.

Stay aware, stay prepared, stay informed. Protect Texas, Prevent Wildfires.

For resources: https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/wildfire-and-other-disasters/

03/15/2026

Smelling and seeing lots of smoke? There are large fires in the Panhandle. Strong winds are blowing the smoke in from these fires.

You can check some fires here: https://tfswildfires.com/public/

03/11/2026

Great information from Texas A&M Forest Wildfire Education & Prevention - Texas A&M Forest Service!

🔥🌧️ Reminder: Wildfire Danger Can Return Quickly—Even After Rain! 🌲🔥

Rain can make things feel safer, but wildfire risk often bounces back fast. In Texas heat and wind, grasses and brush can dry out in just a short time, creating fuel for wildfires.

Stay wildfire aware even after rainfall:
🌿 Don’t rely on recent rain — vegetation dries quickly
🍂 Clear debris like leaves, branches, and dry grass off roofs and gutters
🏠 Maintain defensible space around your home
🔥 Be cautious with outdoor equipment
📺 Check local burn bans and fire restrictions
☎️ Report smoke or suspicious fire activity right away

Rain helps—but it doesn’t eliminate the risk. Staying prepared keeps Texas communities safer all year long.

02/14/2026

🔥 WHY PRESCRIBED BURNS ARE IMPORTANT 🔥

We understand that smoke from prescribed burns can be frustrating, and some have asked why this type of burning is allowed at all.

Here’s the reality:

A prescribed burn is carefully planned and conducted under specific weather conditions to minimize risk and manage smoke as much as possible. These burns are completed with trained personnel, a written burn plan, and safety measures in place.

If we don’t reduce dry grass, brush, and other fuel now under controlled conditions, that same fuel will burn later-but not on our terms.

A wildfire:
❌ Burns hotter
❌ Burns faster
❌ Is unpredictable
❌ Lasts longer
❌ Produces significantly more smoke over a much wider area

From a respiratory standpoint, uncontrolled wildfires create far greater and longer-lasting smoke impacts than short-duration prescribed burns.

In simple terms:
We can manage smoke now in a controlled way…
or experience heavier smoke later during a dangerous emergency.

Prescribed fire is one of the most effective tools we have to protect lives, property, wildlife habitat, and our firefighters.

We appreciate your patience during these temporary inconveniences. The goal is long-term safety for our entire community.

📚 The informational graphics below (courtesy of Prescribed Burn Alliance, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, and The Prairie Project) help explain the difference between controlled burns and prescribed burns and why they matter.

02/09/2026

🔥 Burn Ban Back in Effect 🔥

Due to current conditions, the burn ban has been reinstated. No outdoor burning is allowed at this time.

❌ Trash, brush, and open burning are not allowed

Dry conditions increase fire risk so let’s work together to keep everyone safe.

01/22/2026

With the cold weather thats headed our way, The Brownwood Fire Department would like to remind you, to NOT plug space heaters into extension cords or power strips!!
Plug them directly into the wall outlet!!!
Extension cords/ Power strips are not able to handle the high current flow that a space heater can put out and can overheat causing a fire.

01/10/2026

Controlled Burn VS Prescribed Burn: What is the Difference?

Controlled Burn: Any burn that is set intentionally
- Trash Barrels
- Brush Piles
- Campfires & Bonfires

Prescribed Burn: Burning to accomplish specific land management objectives on a specific area
- Reduce woody plants
- Increase forage quality for livestock
- Improve habitat & food for wildlife
- Wildfire fuels reduction

Follows a PRESCRIPTION of...
- Wind speed & direction (4-15 mph)
- Relative Humidity (30-60%)
- Fuel Moisture (8-17%)

Safety Considerations
- Quality Firebreaks
- Ample Personnel
- Adequate Equipment

01/07/2026

🔥 Texas Fire Weather Update & Safety Reminders for the week of January 5, 2026🔥

Dry conditions and above-normal temperatures will increase fire potential this week. Winds from fronts on Monday, Thursday, and Friday will raise risks in several regions of the state.

Key Highlights:
✅Monday: Elevated to critical fire weather in the High Plains, Caprock, and Rolling Plains. Expect west winds 20-25 mph (gusts over 40 mph), RH near 10%, and record highs. Moderate to high initial attack potential; large fires unlikely but possible in heavy grass and rugged terrain.
✅Midweek: Slight moisture improvements and cloud cover east of I-35 will keep fire potential low in East Texas.
✅ Late Week: Thursday and Friday bring stronger winds and a cold front, creating a dry post-frontal environment. Timing and rainfall remain uncertain, which could affect fire potential into the weekend.

Prevent Wildfires – Do Your Part:
✅Check with local officials for burn restrictions
🚫 Avoid outdoor burning during high fire danger
🚗 Secure chains and avoid dragging equipment
🚜Use caution with equipment that can spark—like mowers, welders, and grinders
📞 Report smoke or fire immediately

Stay Aware, Stay Prepared and Stay Informed. Conditions can change quickly—prepare your evacuation kits, listen to local officials and know your escape routes. Do your part to prevent wildfires!

01/06/2026

📱🚨 Did You Know You Can Text 911? 🚨📱

Many people are not aware that Text-to-911 is available in many areas and can be used when calling may not be safe or possible.

Texting 911 can be helpful in situations such as:
• when you cannot speak safely
• when someone is hiding or in danger
• when a medical emergency prevents talking
• when background noise makes a call difficult

When you text 911:
• send a clear message with your location and the emergency
• keep messages short and direct
• follow any instructions from the dispatcher
• stay available in case more information is needed

Text-to-911 is not a replacement for calling. If you can safely make a voice call, calling 911 is still the best option, as it allows dispatchers to gather information more quickly.

Text-to-911 is another tool to help keep the public safe when speaking out loud is not an option. Knowing it exists can make a difference in the right situation.

Thank you for helping keep our community informed and safe. ❤️🚒📞📱

01/01/2026

As we welcome the New Year, we want to thank our firefighters, their families, and the Lake Brownwood community for another year of support.

Please celebrate responsibly and help us keep everyone safe tonight.
Happy New Year from Lake Brownwood Bridge VFD 🚒🎆

12/29/2025

🚒 Fire Scene Safety & Privacy Reminder 🚒

We understand that when a large incident occurs, many community members are concerned and want to stay informed. We truly appreciate the care and support shown for those affected.

However, we want to remind the public that active fire scenes (especially fully involved structure fires) are extremely dangerous environments. For everyone’s safety, bystanders must remain clear of the area and follow all directions given by emergency personnel.

Hazards at fire scenes may include:
• sudden structural collapse
• toxic smoke and airborne debris
• moving fire apparatus and water supply operations
• pressurized hose lines
• utility hazards

Even if an area appears calm or “far enough away,” conditions can change rapidly and without warning.

Additionally, we ask that the public refrain from taking or sharing photos and videos of active emergency scenes. These incidents involve real people experiencing loss, and privacy and dignity matter during emergencies.

If assistance is needed, it will be requested through proper channels. Unassigned individuals at an incident scene (no matter how well-intended) can unintentionally create safety risks.

Thank you for helping us protect responders, victims, and the community while we do our job. Your cooperation makes a real difference. ❤️🚒