WC ESD 7: Andice - Florence Fire Department

WC ESD 7: Andice - Florence Fire Department WCESD #7 provides fire, rescue, and EMS services to 134 square miles of Northwest Williamson County.

Williamson County Emergency Service District No.7 (WC ESD 7) is a combination department compromised of both paid and volunteer personnel. A group of dedicated volunteers respond to calls to assist the on duty personnel as well as responding as the primary responders when there are multiple calls. The department has paid staff on duty 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. These individuals work a rota

ting schedule that is 48 hours on and 96 hours off. This ensures that 3 certified firefighter / EMT-Basics are always on duty. The department also has an Operations Captain on duty from 8am to 6pm Monday through Thursday that handles the daily operations of the department and is available to respond to incidents. The Chief Executive Officer / Fire Chief is part-time for WC ESD 7 and a full time Battalion Chief with Georgetown Fire / Rescue. The Executive Board is comprised of 5 dedicated individuals that volunteer their time to oversee the finances of the department.

09/02/2026

💧 Is That Fire Hydrant Leaking? Maybe Not!

We’ve recently received several 911 calls reporting “leaking” fire hydrants throughout our community. In some cases, what you’re seeing is actually an automatic flushing device doing exactly what it’s designed to do!

These devices periodically release water from the water system to help:

💧 Maintain water quality
💧 Keep proper chlorine/disinfectant levels
💧 Flush stagnant water from low-flow or dead-end areas
💧 Reduce sediment buildup in water mains

So, if you see water steadily flowing from a hydrant or a device attached to one, there may not be an emergency at all.

Of course, if you see a hydrant that has been struck by a vehicle, is spraying water uncontrollably, flooding the roadway, or creating an immediate hazard, please report it.

A little water coming from a hydrant can look concerning — but sometimes it’s just your local water system keeping things clean and flowing! 🚒💧

This morning, WC ESD 7 crews were dispatched to a residential structure fire in Florence. Upon Arrival, crews found a si...
09/01/2026

This morning, WC ESD 7 crews were dispatched to a residential structure fire in Florence.

Upon Arrival, crews found a single story residential structure with active fire coming from the front of the house. A small grassfire beside the house was also found. District 7 assumed command and assigned E-72 to Fire Attack.

E-72 rapidly deployed a Hose line and began fire attack from the exterior, Knocking a majority of the fire down. Crews then transitioned into the structure and began overhaul.

Great work B-Shift!

Crews are currently working a Structure Fire off of CR 221. Please avoid the area if possible.
09/01/2026

Crews are currently working a Structure Fire off of CR 221. Please avoid the area if possible.

🔥 Weekend Grass Fire ResponseOver the weekend, Williamson County ESD 7 crews responded to a reported grass fire near Hig...
08/31/2026

🔥 Weekend Grass Fire Response

Over the weekend, Williamson County ESD 7 crews responded to a reported grass fire near Highway 195.

Crews quickly contained and extinguished the fire before it could spread to nearby residences.

The cause of the fire remains undetermined.

🚒 Your Williamson County ESD 7 firefighters are trained, prepared, and ready to respond when the next call comes in.

We would like to thank Florence United Methodist Church for inviting Engine 71’s crew along with Williamson County Emerg...
08/30/2026

We would like to thank Florence United Methodist Church for inviting Engine 71’s crew along with Williamson County Emergency Services to their Luncheon this afternoon!

Williamson County ESD # 7 values any opportunity to get out into the community to meet the incredible Citizens we get to serve.

Happy Sunday!

🔥 UNAUTHORIZED BURN EXTINGUISHED 🔥This morning, WCESD 7 crews were dispatched to a reported grass fire near CR 217. Upon...
08/28/2026

🔥 UNAUTHORIZED BURN EXTINGUISHED 🔥

This morning, WCESD 7 crews were dispatched to a reported grass fire near CR 217. Upon arrival, crews found a large unauthorized controlled burn.

Crews quickly extinguished the fires with assistance from N/E Burnet County Fire Department.

🚫 The Williamson County Burn Ban remains in effect.

A common misconception is that recent rainfall makes it okay to burn. It does not. Even if your property received rain the night before, outdoor burning is still prohibited while the Burn Ban is in effect.

Please help us prevent unnecessary fires and keep our community and first responders safe. If the Burn Ban is on, the burn pile stays off. 🔥🚫

📊 CALLS FOR SERVICE | AUGUST UPDATEWilliamson County ESD 7 crews have responded to 48 calls for service from August 1–27...
08/27/2026

📊 CALLS FOR SERVICE | AUGUST UPDATE

Williamson County ESD 7 crews have responded to 48 calls for service from August 1–27, with medical calls making up nearly half of those responses.

From medical emergencies and vehicle crashes to grass fires and mutual aid requests, our crews remain ready to respond when our community needs us.

🚑 23 Medical
🚗 6 Major MVCs
🔥 5 Grass Fires
🤝 4 Mutual Aid
🚨 Plus structure/fire alarms, vehicle fires, trauma, and other incidents

Proudly serving Florence, Andice, and the surrounding ESD 7 community.

08/27/2026

💬Message from the Chief 💬

Thank you to everyone who has followed the Williamson County ESD #7 page! We sincerely appreciate your support.

We will do our best to keep the page updated with information about department activities, training, community events, and incidents involving our crews.

Please help us spread the word by sharing our page and encouraging your friends and neighbors to follow us!

We would also like to give a special shoutout to Lt. Dylan Kenny for all the work he has been doing behind the scenes to keep the page updated and our community informed.
We appreciate you, Dylan! 🙌🙌🙌

Thank you again for supporting Williamson County ESD #7 and the men and women who serve our community.

- Chief P. Shipp

Williamson County ESD 7 personnel continue to stay busy while deployed to North Texas in support of ongoing wildfire ope...
08/27/2026

Williamson County ESD 7 personnel continue to stay busy while deployed to North Texas in support of ongoing wildfire operations.

Since August 10, our crews have assisted on 11 wildfires totaling 6,437 acres, including incidents across Stephens, Clay, Cottle, Montague, and Wichita counties.

From initial attack and active suppression to mop-up, patrol, and containment, our personnel continue working alongside departments and agencies from across the state.

We’re proud of our ESD 7 crews and all of the first responders working together to protect communities across North Texas.

Stay safe. Stay ready. Come home safe. 🇺🇸🔥

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨Expect delays on northbound Highway 195 due to a vehicle fire.Please use caution, slow down, and give e...
08/26/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Expect delays on northbound Highway 195 due to a vehicle fire.

Please use caution, slow down, and give emergency crews plenty of room to work.

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14955 RR 2338
Georgetown, TX
78633

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+12547932591

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