Wolfforth Fire & EMS

04/07/2026

Wolfforth Fire & EMS is proud to announce that during the most recent City Council meeting, the Wolfforth City Council officially approved the transition to a 48/96 shift schedule, set to go into effect later this month.

This new schedule provides our personnel with 48 hours on duty followed by 96 hours off. With more consistent rest periods, our Firefighters are better positioned to perform at their highest level both mentally and physically.

The 48/96 schedule also enhances work-life balance, allowing for more time with family, improved recovery, and reduced fatigue. In turn, this leads to increased readiness, improved morale, and a stronger and more resilient department.

We are grateful to the Wolfforth City Council for their continued support and commitment to investing in the health and wellbeing of our personnel.

03/09/2026

Wolfforth Fire & EMS responded to a structure fire yesterday evening around 9:00 PM as part of an automatic mutual aid response for the Woodrow Volunteer Fire Department.

Initial reports indicated a trailer home on fire. First arriving units advised of several mobile homes and RVs fully engulfed in flames, with propane tanks beginning to combust as the fire rapidly grew and threatened nearby structures.

Firefighters worked quickly to contain the fire and were able to stop the spread, keeping the damage limited to the original units involved. There were no reported injuries.

Additional Responding Departments:
Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department
Slaton Volunteer Fire Department

01/30/2026

Just after 6:00 p.m., Wolfforth Fire & EMS was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the 8300 block of County Road 6935, along with West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department.

First-arriving units reported heavy smoke conditions prior to arrival and later confirmed a working structure fire with heavy fire involvement. Fire was already venting through the roof, indicating the fire had been burning for a significant amount of time before crews arrived. These conditions raised immediate concerns regarding the structural stability of the home, particularly the roof.

An additional challenge for crews was the lack of an established water supply, as the neighborhood does not have fire hydrants. All water for suppression operations had to be delivered via tanker shuttle operations. Due to these factors, crews operated in a defensive mode, meaning no interior operations were conducted.

During suppression efforts, several additional structural collapses occurred.

There were no reported injuries.

Departments Involved:
West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department
Shallowater Volunteer Fire Department
Ransom Canyon Volunteer Fire Department
Woodrow Volunteer Fire Department
New Deal Volunteer Fire Department
Idalou Volunteer Fire Department

01/24/2026

01/23/2026

❄️ Winter weather is headed our way this weekend! ❄️ Wolfforth Fire & EMS wants to remind residents to stay weather-aware and take steps now to keep your family safe and prepared.

⚠️ Space Heater Safety ⚠️
✅ Keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from anything flammable or combustible
✅ Place space heaters on a flat, stable surface
✅ Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets — avoid power strips or extension cords

⚠️ Road Safety ⚠️
✅ If travel is not necessary, stay off the roadways
✅ Slow down, increase following distances, and remain alert to changing road conditions
✅ Move over and slow down for emergency responders and roadway workers

⚠️ Carbon Monoxide Safety ⚠️
✅Never use generators, grills, or fuel-burning appliances inside your home or garage
✅ Make sure your home has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
✅ If you suspect a carbon monoxide issue, contact Wolfforth Fire & EMS for assistance
✅ If you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, weakness, or shortness of breath — call 911 immediately

12/22/2025

Wolfforth Fire & EMS are on location in Shallowater at 200 Block of Avenue Q for a hazardous material incident involving a 250-gallon tote of hydrochloric acid that has spilled. There is no hazard to the public and there is no evacuations in place. Wolfforth Fire units along with Shallowater Fire are actively working to contain and absorb the product. All lanes of Avenue Q are shut down from Clovis Road to 5th Street. The public is asked to avoid the area as crews work.

12/15/2025

Last night, our Wolfforth Fire & EMS family came together for our annual Christmas dinner—a special tradition that allows all shifts, families, and personnel to gather under one roof to celebrate the holidays and reflect on another outstanding year of service to our community. It was a great evening filled with fellowship, gratitude, and well-deserved recognition.

🏅 End-of-Year Awards & Recognitions:

🚑 Life Saving Award
• Lt. Tyler Moss
• EO Arnie Hernandez
• FF Adam Dowgar
• FF Rene Mendez
• FF James Malinowski

🔥 Firefighter of the Year
• FF Rene Mendez

🚨 Paramedic of the Year
• EO Arnie Hernandez
• FF James Malinowski
• FF Sean McAllister (not pictured)

👨‍🚒 Officer of the Year
• Lt. Tyler Moss

🏆 Fire Chief’s Award
• Assistant Chief Jeff Webb
• Captain Jared King

Challenge Coin Presentation
Presented by Fire Chief Tim Smith on behalf of the West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department.

A heartfelt thank you to Rustic Oak Event Center for generously donating the venue and to Chilito’s Pepper Cafe for providing an incredible meal for the evening.

We are proud of our team and grateful for the families who support them every day. Here’s to a safe, joyful holiday season and another great year ahead at Wolfforth Fire & EMS. 🎄🚒

11/27/2025

From All Us at Wolfforth Fire & EMS, We Wish You & Your Family a Safe & Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🖤❤

11/07/2025

On Tuesday morning, Wolfforth Fire & EMS was dispatched to a report of a residential structure fire near the 1200 Block of East 32nd Street. The 911 report advised of a trash bag on fire in the garage. Engine 5 and Command 1 arrived on scene to a small single-story residence with heavy fire showing from the front of the residence and fire venting through the roof.

Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire, keeping it contained to the one residence. After a thorough investigation, it was determined that the cause of the fire was due to the improper disposal of fireplace ash.

Wolfforth Fire & EMS would like to take this opportunity to remind citizens of proper disposal and safe use of fireplaces during the winter season:

🔥 Allow ashes to cool for several days before disposal. Even if they appear cool, embers can remain hot enough to start a fire for several days.
🔥 Always place cooled ashes in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.
🔥 Store the container outside and away from decks, garages, or any combustible materials.
🔥 Never dispose of ashes in paper, plastic, or cardboard containers.
🔥 Ensure your fireplace and chimney are inspected and cleaned annually by a qualified professional.
🔥 Keep a screen or glass doors closed while using your fireplace to prevent sparks from escaping.
🔥 Install and regularly test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in your home.

08/22/2025

Wolfforth Fire & EMS is on scene of a major accident on Highway 62/82. All eastbound main lanes of Highway 62/82 have been shut down & traffic is being diverted to access road at County Road 7300. Expect delays in travel & MOVE OVER AND SLOW DOWN.