Polk County Fire Marshal

Polk County Fire Marshal Welcome to the Polk County Fire Marshals' Office. We work with Federal, State, County and Local Fire and Law Enforcement Agencies.

Chief John Fugate and Office Manager Sharee Pike lead our team in serving the citizens of Polk County, Texas, with professionalism and integrity. The Polk County Fire Marshal’s Office operates under the Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 352, Sub chapter B “County Fire Marshal.” We are committed to enforcing the law and to the prevention and investigation of fire and explosive incidents in the u

nincorporated areas of Polk County. Our goal is to protect and serve the residents and visitors of Polk County from the effects of fire.

09/03/2026

Burn Ban has been lifted!

942/Hickman Creek
09/02/2026

942/Hickman Creek

Rescues going on! Stay home people.
09/02/2026

Rescues going on! Stay home people.

09/02/2026

County offices will have a delayed opening today at 10:00 am due to weather.

08/21/2026
Burn Ban in Effect!
08/14/2026

Burn Ban in Effect!

07/11/2026

Can you set off fireworks any day of the year in Texas?

No, you cannot pop fireworks any day of the year in Texas; your ability to shoot them depends entirely on your specific location and the time of year.The legality of using fireworks breaks down as follows:Inside City Limits: Setting off consumer fireworks is illegal year-round within the city limits of most major Texas municipalities, including Houston, Dallas, and Austin. Fines can range anywhere from $500 to $2,000 per violation.In Unincorporated Areas: If you are outside city limits (in unincorporated county land), state law generally allows you to shoot fireworks year-round, provided you are at least 600 feet from churches, hospitals, or schools.Burn Bans: Local county commissioners can strictly ban the use of fireworks in unincorporated areas if the county is experiencing severe drought conditions.Sales Windows: State-approved consumer fireworks can only be legally purchased during specific retail periods. These primary times are the Fourth of July season (June 24 to July 4) and the December/New Year's season (Dec 20 to Jan 1). Some counties also allow sales for specific holidays like Texas Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Juneteenth.For the most up-to-date regulations, you can check the Texas Association of Counties to see if your specific region is currently under a burn ban.If you tell me your specific city or county, I can verify whether fireworks are allowed where you are and check if there are any active burn bans in your area.

07/11/2026

Warning: Golf Cart Battery Fires

07/11/2026
05/28/2026

The Polk County Commissioners' Court approved the sales of Fireworks for the Juneteenth selling period. Sales will be allowed from June 14, 2026, through midnight June 19, 2026, as long as we are not under a burn ban.

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602 E. Church Ste. 145
Livingston, TX
77351

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+19363276826

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