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Houston Fire Department

HFD PatchPromoting Excellence as the World's Largest Accredited Municipal Fire Agency

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.

Mission Statement ~ To save lives, protect property, and serve our community with courage, commitment and compassion.

Slogan ~ "Courage, Commitment and Compassion"

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fireworks are banned Use of Fireworks Banned in City
The use of fireworks are not only illegal in the City and parts of the County but they are also are very dangerous. Read More >>>

 

cooking safety graphic It's Hurricane Season. Are You Prepared?
Understanding what to look for, and what you should do before, during and after a hurricane will make you more ready to deal with their effects. Read More from the Houston Office Of Emergency Management >>>

 

Child playing in water Summer Safety
HFD reminds citizens about the importance of taking safety measures when outdoors to avoid heat-related medical emergencies. Read More >>>

 

cooking safety graphic Look Before You Lock
The Houston Fire Department’s overall goal is to make sure no more children will die because they were left unattended in a vehicle. Read More >>>

 

cooking safety graphic Cooking Safety
It is always best to prevent a fire than to have to deal with one. Unattended cooking is the primary cause of kitchen fires. Read More >>>

 

No Texting While Driving Graphic Texting Distracts! Watch The Road!
Drivers who text and drive are six times more likely to get into an accident than drivers who refrain from texting while driving. Read More >>>

 

Teen Driver Safety Graphic Teen Driver Safety Made Possible by State Farm
"Peddle" cars with specialized "goggles" to let the "driver" experience and understand the dangers of drinking and driving. Read More >>>