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Lost him Christmas Day. He taught me so much about perseverance, patience, and humility
Posting not for sympathy, but a reminder to call & hug your loved ones every chance you get. You never know when you’ll receive the terrible news
Love & miss you, dad.
Rest In Peace, Jefe🙏🏽
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I am saddened to report that Captain Leroy Lucio has died from COVID-19.
May he rest in peace. 7/20/2020
Please keep the Lucio Family in your prayers.
@HoustonFire
will provide more information in the days to come.
The Houston Fire Department,
@FireChiefofHFD
asks for Thoughts and Prayers as Captain Battles Covid-19
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With heavy heart, we report the tragic passing of off-duty Firefighter Chase Fleming
FF Fleming was a 15mo. veteran of
@HoustonFire
, and only 24 years of age
Our deepest condolences to FF Fleming’s family and friends. Please keep them in your prayers 🙏🏽
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To
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
: With all you’ve faced in 2020, I want to convey how Extremely Proud we are of the strength, discretion, & good judgement you’ve continued to demonstrate in the protection of residents of
@HoustonTX
Be safe and THANK YOU! for what you do each day.
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It is my sad duty to announce that 17 year veteran
@HoustonFire
FF Jerry Pacheco has died from complications of COVID-19. Firefighter Pacheco passed way this morning. He was assigned to station 101 in Kingwood. His son is also a Houston FF.
Pray for his family.
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🚨10 car pile up on 45 south of downtown.
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
on location. Avoid unnecessary travel
👉🏽 Road conditions will remain dangerous
👉🏽 Overpasses & bridges will be 1st to freeze and last to thaw
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It is with great sadness that we report the passing of on of our
@HoustonFire
Firefighters. He was performing his assigned station duties when he experienced a medical emergency and did not survive. Please keep him and his family in your prayers.
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With heavy heart, we report the tragic passing of off-duty Firefighter Braden M. Watts
FF Watts was a 2 year veteran of
@HoustonFire
, and only 30 years of age
Our deepest condolences to FF Watts’ family and friends. Please keep them in your prayers 🙏🏽
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Tonight a
@HoustonFire
crew was threatened with a gun while on an EMS incident. Fearing for their lives, two Firefighters jumped from a 2nd story balcony stairwell onto the ground, causing injury
This deadly conduct against 1st responders is outrageous and inexcusable!
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Truly Blessed tonight that 4
@HoustonFire
FFs transported to
@memorialhermann
are doing well after their fire truck was struck by inattentive driver as they worked an MVA on the 9400 Block of Gulf Fwy
@HoustonTX
, 🚨Please slow down! Watch for pedestrians and emergency crews🚨
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It is my sad duty to announce that 18 year veteran
@HoustonFire
Capt Tommy Searcy has passed from COVID-19 complications
We mourn the loss of a most outstanding fire officers, selfless teammate & tireless public servants
Pray for his family as they grieve his passing 🙏🏽
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Don’t miss an opportunity to put a smile on someone’s face...
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Capt. Leroy Lucio, a 30yr veteran of
@HoustonFire
, is in ICU with COVID-19 @ a San Antonio Hospital. He’s in critical condition & fighting for his life
Asking all
@HoustonTX
, if you beleive in PRAYER or the power of love and positive energy please send it to him and his family.
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POSITIVE NEWS: On behalf of
@HoustonTX
&
@HoustonFire
, we welcome the news that FF Cary Hunter will be released from the hospital after battling
#COVID
ー19
We wish him all the best on his continued recovery
Thanks to the great staff
@utmbhealth
for your care & professionalism
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In remembrance of 9/11, let’s place politics aside, be a united country and remember the nearly 3000 victims, the courage of those willing to risk their lives for others & our veterans who’ve been fighting our Nation’s wars since that fateful day. God Bless and protect us all.
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Today marks 10 years, and another somber anniversary of the Southwest Inn fire
Please spare a prayer for the fallen
@HoustonFire
firefighters. May their service and sacrifice never be forgotten 🙏🏽
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One of our
@HoustonFire
Firefighters (38 years old) has been admitted to ICU with complications from
#COVID19
.
Please lift him, his family, and all who are courageously fighting this virus, in prayer and positive thoughts 🙏🏽
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In admiration of the sense of duty professionalism & compassion shown by our
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
@HouPublicWorks
@HoustonOEM
in support of
#GeorgeFloyd
protest
THANK YOU 2 over 60,000 Houstonians who made their voices heard in a peaceful way.Proud to call
@HoustonTX
home
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👍🏽 Mr. Ulerick Fields &
@houstonpolice
Houston man helps Houston police officers de-escalate arrest and helps calm suspect: 'I don't want you to get hurt' |
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In your charity please pray for the Blessed Rest of
@HoustonFire
Arson Investigator Lemuel Bruce who was shot and killed in the line of duty earlier today. May he Rest In Peace.
We offer our prayers and deepest condolences to wife, young children and his family.
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Our hearts are breaking for our brothers and sisters in
@houstonpolice
who lost one of their own in the line of duty, and the fight goes on to save a second injured officer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
#LODD
Our prayers are with
@houstonpolice
and their families during this difficult time. This morning two police officers were involved in a helicopter crash resulting in the death of one officer.
@FireChiefofHFD
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Outstanding job by your
@HoustonFire
to rescue several stranded motorist on 610 near Clinton during today’s water main break incident.
Good work HFD Rescue Group, R42 and all responding HFD and
@houstonpolice
personnel
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Saddened to report the unexpected passing of Active Duty
@HoustonFire
Communications Captain Glen Barber. Capt Barber was 43yrs of age, and a 15yr veteran of HFD
Our most sincere condolences to Capt Barber’s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them 🙏🏽
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Credit to the women & men of
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
. They’re in a difficult position yet continue to respond professionally in keeping our community safe
Proud of the strength & good judgement they continue to demonstrate
TY Mayor
@SylvesterTurner
for ur call to calmness
A big thank you to our Firefighters who responded to every call and emergency from EMS to fires and gave incredible support our police officers and citizens. st
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I want to congratulate my brother in Public Safety,
@TroyFinner
, on his retirement. Honored to serve with him through storms, hurricanes, pandemic, and extremely challenging times. Thank you for your decades of service.
Wish you all the best. Good Luck, Godspeed, and God Bless!
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On behalf of the
@HoustonFire
Dept, our deepest condolences to the family of Engineer Operator Walter Luna who was killed today in an off-duty cycling accident. E/O Luna served the city of
@HoustonTX
for 26 ½ yrs; last stationed @ 72D
Please keep the Luna family in your prayers
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Your
@HoustonFire
is braving street flooding to rescue stranded motorists.
Please remember, driving through flooded streets is dangerous and may push water into yards, homes and businesses
If there’s no need to be on the street, Stay safe at home
@HoustonOEM
@HoustonTX
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On behalf of the
@HoustonFire
Department, I wish everyone a very Happy and safe Thanksgiving!
Thank You to all firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and
#military
service members on duty, serving around the world and away from their families.
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@GRBCC
warming Center ready to process and care for Houstonians in need
@HoustonTX
@MarcEichenbaum
@HoustonFire
@HoustonOEM
houstonpolice
@HoustonHealth
@BARC_Houston
@SatterwhiteLJ
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Our goal is safety of everyone involved. We ask for discretion and PEACEFUL protest as we do our part to ensure EVERYONE gets home safe
We’re managing and supporting the great work
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
are doing. They’re in harms way and performing in an admirable way
Done for the night. Grateful for the work of the men and women of
@Houstonpolice
and our sister agencies, including
@FireChiefofHFD
team who worked tirelessly to keep our city safe. To the legitimate, peacful protestors, we say thank you.
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Depression can be a serious illness. Hope the Judge gets the help she needs.
Do not underestimate the illness. Anyone struggling should reach out, and seek help. Be well!!
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said Monday that she is temporarily stepping away from her elected position and has checked herself into an inpatient facility where she is seeking treatment for clinical depression.
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On behalf of the men and women of
@HoustonFire
, our most sincere condolences to the
@houstonpolice
@HPOUTX
on the tragic loss of Sergeant Rios who was fatally shot today. Our thoughts are with his family and with his friend.
.
@houmayor
Turner is being briefed by Chief
@ArtAcevedo
and Exec Asst Chief
@TroyFinner
here at scene of the fatal shooting of an HPD officer at 7800 blk of North Fwy.
We’ll have a media briefing shortly.
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Our hearts go out to the injured officers. All of us at
@HoustonFire
extend our prayers to our brothers/sisters on
@houstonpolice
.
Super proud of D26-C, all HFD crews &
@memorialhermann
for their incredible work and lifesaving efforts.
Mayor
@SylvesterTurner
and Police Chief
@ArtAcevedo
Media Briefing on Shooting of 5 HPD Officers
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@HoustonFire
HazMat is actively conducting atmospheric monitoring.
NO report of hazardous air quality in the area or neighborhood surrounding the incident site
This is still an active scene. Avoid the area.
No evacuation order given at this time.
We will advise of the possible cause of the explosion as soon as we have concrete info.
@HoustonFire
HazMat team is on scene and monitoring.
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Not at all. DO NOT leave vehicles idling in the garage, even with the garage door open.
This is not a scare tactic, or hyperbole...Carbon Monoxide will poison and can kill!!!
@FireChiefofHFD
@linadeflorias
A friend in the Red Rocks area says he's been sitting in his car to get some work and stay warm, as long as garage door is open
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This evening a
@HoustonFire
crew was assaulted while working a MVA on 610 feeder Rd @ Scott St
Absolutely unacceptable! Attacks places the safety of FFs and those they serve at risk. I condemn this violence & support safety of all 1st responders who put themselves in harm’s way
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Proudly share this recognition with with our community and the
@HoustonFire
Dept
Honored to represent our department and
@HoustonTX
on an international level!
Join
@HoustonFire
in saying, “Congratulations to
@FireChiefofHFD
Sam Pena‼️The 2023 Metropolitan Fire Chief of the Year awarded by
@IAFC
&
@NFPA
! 🎉 He will also serve on the 2023 Metro Executive Board. 🎉
#HFD
#FireChiefOfTheYear
#Congratulations
"
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Thank you
@AIGinsurance
for the generous donation of key supplies to enhance our
#Covid_19
response. The items include:
-3,600 Surgical Masks
-675 Isolation Gowns
@HoustonTX
@HoustonHealth
@HoustonOEM
#COVID19
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I want to take a moment to wish the outstanding men & women of the
@HoustonFire
A Happy International Firefighter's day.
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Earlier today, two
@HoustonFire
paramedics returning to station had a gun pointed at them while at a red light in west Houston
No one hurt, but such deadly conduct is outrageous and inexcusable. Please allow FFs to do their job keeping everyone safe, without violence or incident
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This is still an active scene. Avoid the area.
No evacuation order given at this time.
We will advise of the possible cause of the explosion as soon as we have concrete info.
@HoustonFire
HazMat team is on scene and monitoring.
HFD Hazmat responding to the area near 4500 block of Gessner. Firefighters responding to reports of an explosion. One person has been transported to the hospital from that area.
@FireChiefofHFD
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Thank you to the entire city of
@HoustonTX
for accompanying us in celebrating the life of
@HoustonFire
fallen hero Arson Investigator Lemuel Bruce. May he RIP 🙏🏽
@HoustonFire
would like to thank our federal state and local elected officials for their participation in today’s ceremonies
@houmayor
@JacksonLeeTX18
@RepAlGreenTX
@FireChiefofHFD
@houstonpolice
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On this eighth anniversary of the Southwest Inn fire, we celebrate their memories and convey our Honor.
5/31/13 RIP: Dowling, Sullivan, Bebee, Renaud, Garner
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Thank you Pastors
@JoelOsteen
@VictoriaOsteen
and the entire
@lakewoodchurch
family of faith for your partnership in serving the need in our community this Christmas season.
@HoustonFire
Day 3 of sorting for the
@HoustonFire
Departments
#operationstockingstuffer
toy drive is underway!! Thank you
@lakewoodchurch
for volunteering today!
@FireChiefofHFD
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Hats off to the men and women of the
@HoustonFire
Department, including dispatchers, firefighters, EMTs, Investigators, and Inspectors. This has been an incredibly busy day, but thank them for all they do each day in response to residents and visitors in
@HoustonTX
!
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Saddened by the passing of my friend,
@EPPOLICE
Chief Greg Allen. This is a tremendous loss to the community of
@ElPasoTXGov
. My heart and condolences goes out to his wife, family & the men&women of the EPPD who had the honor of knowing and working with him.
You will be missed🙏🏽
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Everyone in our city should be outraged about this...Every person living in Houston, every public safety officer, every elected official, everyone! It should never happen and it is happening all too frequently
A Houston teen was shot and killed while walking her dog in a southwest Houston neighborhood on Tuesday night.
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Prayers for the 4 Houstonians who lost their lives today from the strong storms that ravaged
@HoustonTX
, the many injured, and those helping in any way they can.
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Firefighter Stavinoha served his community with honor and distinction for 1 year and 8months. The entire
@HoustonFire
family grieves this tragic loss. He leaves behind a wife. Please keep her and the entire Stavinoha family in your prayers.
Please continue to keep the family of Kenneth Stavinoha from Fire Station 27/A in your prayers. Kenneth passed away yesterday. He has been a member of HFD since January 2018. Photo courtesy HPFFA.
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Small biz are at the core of our community. Sad to hear this from my friend
@MichaelBerrySho
Owners are struggling to keep their doors open and meet payroll. They need your support now more than ever. It’s a dangerous time for the heart of the American economy
#SmallBusinesses
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Chief
@ArtAcevedo
is a well-respected police chief and colleague. He is a solid choice by Mayor
@SylvesterTurner
. The city of
@HoustonTX
will continue to be well served under his leadership.
During a press conference two days before runoff elections in Harris County, mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee rolled out a plan to increase public safety— that includes a move to replace the Houston police chief.
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The
@HoustonFire
Dept is accepting applications for Firefighter Trainees.
280 Fire Trainees will be hired beginning July 2020
Follow the link, click on Fire Trainee
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On behalf of
@HoustonFire
, our deepest condolences to his family,
@houstonpolice
and
@HPOUTX
on the tragic loss of Sgt Harold Preston.
The City of
@HoustonTX
is blessed with those willing to serve and intercede for each other.
RIP Sgt Preston
Sergeant Harold Lloyd Preston
Houston Police Department
Sworn Date: August 25th, 1979
End of Watch: October 20th, 2020
HPD Academy Class: 86
Years of Service: 41
Rest in Peace, brother. You will always be remembered and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
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As we celebrate America’s Birthday, keep the thousands of troops deployed across the world in your heart. We thank all the men and women in uniform for their selfless service. Happy
#IndependenceDay2020
#4thJuly2020
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Saddened to report the unexpected passing of Active Duty
@HoustonFire
Firefighter Orlando Logan. FF Logan, 49yrs of age, was a 19yr veteran of HFD
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Firefighter Logan’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them 🙏🏽
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@SylvesterTurner
Since 5/22,
@HoustonFire
has addressed ~300 complaint of violation to Governor’s E.O.
GA23 limits bars to
@25
% capacity. We’ll work w/businesses in adhering to Gov’s order, but admittance beyond approved capacity will cause events to be stopped until condition is corrected
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Our deepest condolences to Chief John Norris’ family, friends, and the entire Forest Bend Fire Department 🙏🏽
TX Fire Chief Collapses, Dies after Call
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To all mothers and mother figures, May all the love you give come back to you a thousandfold on this special day!
Happy Mother’s Day to all
@HoustonFire
moms - some who are working today- for all you do each day. Thank you for your service & hope you enjoy your day!
#MothersDay
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Proud of the friendship with
@SheriffEd_HCSO
Ed Gonzalez &
@ArtAcevedo
and the strong working relationship between
@houstonpolice
@HCSOTexas
@HoustonFire
in service to
#HarrisCounty
@HoustonTX
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Earlier today,
@HoustonFire
Crews from D68, including L68 & M68 made an extraordinary apt fire rescue, saving the life of a man in his 30’s.
Were it not for the quick initiative & professional actions of all crews involved, the trapped resident would not have survived.
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8655 SW Fwy, site of SW Inn Fire that ultimately claimed the lives of 5 HFD Firefighters has special significance to the men and women of the HFD and this City. Signage of any kind has no place at this site. We must show the proper dignity and respect on this Hallowed Ground.
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Both firefighters are stable and receiving appropriate care at
@memorialhermann
hospital.
I appreciate
@houstonpolice
dept’s quick response and assist, and condemn any violence against all 1st responders who put themselves in harm’s way.
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May God protect the
#Kenosha
FD and all other 1st responders across the country who put it on the line to protect their communities from destruction
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One of our Doctors with the
@HoustonFire
Medical Director’s office was hospitalized this morning due to a serious medical issue.
She is a tough individual and we’re praying for a full recovery. Please keep her and her family in your thoughts.
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Just checked on injured
@HoustonFire
firefighter transported from this incident. He’s thankfully doing well and will be discharged today.
Thank you
@memorialhermann
for the great care of all our emergency responders
Firefighters battling a stubborn basement fire @ Main St Market. One firefighter has been transported to the hospital for evaluation. Last report is he is in stable condition.
Please continue to avoid the area around Walker and Main St.
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@HoustonFire
congratulates Chief of Police
@TroyFinner
&
@MattSlinkard
as
@houstonpolice
1st ever First Executive Chief
Outstanding selection by
@houmayor
@SylvesterTurner
. HFD stays committed to a strong relationship in serving
@HoustonTX
All the best to my friend
@ArtAcevedo
Today,
@houmayor
Sylvester Turner announced the appointment of Houston native and 31-year
@houstonpolice
Department veteran, Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner, as the City of Houston's next Police Chief.
Learn more about today's announcement here:
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There is real evil in this world and we must confront it. But, we must not lose faith in humanity. We have to be the change we would like to see in our world.
#SantaFeHigh
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Thank You! to all the hard working firefighters of the
@HoustonFire
department and all first responders for helping to make the
@HoustonMarathon
a safe event.
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Well good, then...Our
@HoustonFire
ambulance crews can expect not to wait for over an hour to transfer our patients to hospital ER stretchers...
Leaders of Houston’s 4 largest hospitals say capacity is in good shape as coronavirus cases increase
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First responders and healthcare workers with symptoms will be tested first. This group is at a higher risk of exposure and potential to infect others.
Those on the forefront in this fight thank
@HoustonHealth
&
@SylvesterTurner
for their efforts in making this happen!
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Some businesses will maintain policies & practices, including requiring masks, to help minimize the spread of
#COVID19
among employees & customers
Use ur better judgement & PLEASE DON’T argue or fight with business employees. They don’t deserve the hassle
Until we get fully vaccinated, our only protection is to wear our masks.
We should not be creating situations that will cause chaos, conflict, and confusion.
We should continue to wear them when around others.
@abc13houston
#ReopeningTexas
#COVID19
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Incredibly proud of their efforts to give both injured
@houstonpolice
officers their best chance.
Grateful for the work and professionalism of all the crews of
@HoustonFire
D64, D31, Heavy Rescue 11, HazMat 22
@FireChiefofHFD
Chief your department did an awesome job with extrications last night!!
STRONG WORK HFD.
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Honored to serve the residents and visitors of
@HoustonTX
, and super proud of the work the men and women of
@HoustonFire
do for our community!
Congratulations to
@FireChiefofHFD
for receiving the 2023 Metropolitan Fire Chief of the Year Award🏆‼️👏👏👏👏
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Today, the
@HoustonFire
ranks got a little deeper, and our neighborhoods a little safer.
Congratulations to the graduates of Class 2023B. Welcome to the greatest job in the world!
Thank You Judge Elaine Marshall & CM
@AmyPeck
for your support
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Welcome to the 42 people who became the newest U.S. citizens during today’s naturalization ceremony. Congratulations on choosing the U.S. as your country!
Thx to Mayor
@SylvesterTurner
for opening the doors of
@HoustonTX
City Hall &welcoming these new Americans
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An amazing day! Thx to the world champion
@astros
for all they have done for the City
@HoustonTX
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As we accompanied
@HoustonFire
FF Ceasar Doyle III to his final resting place this morning, we received the awful news of the loss of Dist Chief Michael Hogue
Our hearts are heavy, but our Dept is better thanks to their many years of honorable service.May they both Rest In Peace
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I appreciate
@houstonpolice
department’s professionalism & quick work in making an arrest. We should expect consequences for perpetrators
Any form of violence,or threat to the physical safety of public servants is a serious concern. This is not a reality that should be tolerated
UPDATE: The suspect arrested for pointing a gun
@HoustonFire
paramedics in an apartment at 6000 Bissonnet St. about 11:10 pm on Saturday (Jan. 27) is now charged.
Jaime Marquez, 23, is charged with 2 counts of aggravated assault against a public servant.
#hounews
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Today we honored the life and service of fallen hero FF Kenneth Stavinoha. We honor his selflessness, courage and commitment to the City of Houston and the Houston Fire Department.
Our thoughts are with his family.
In Honor of our fallen brother Kenneth Stavinoha The Wall of Honor
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We’d welcome you and Tesla’s operations in
@HoustonTX
@GerberKawasaki
@thirdrowtesla
Frankly, this is the final straw. Tesla will now move its HQ and future programs to Texas/Nevada immediately. If we even retain Fremont manufacturing activity at all, it will be dependen on how Tesla is treated in the future. Tesla is the last carmaker left in CA.
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One
@HoustonFire
Firefighter sustained burn injuries during this 2nd alarm apartment fire
The firefighter is in pain, but in stable condition…tough, tough individual! Prayers for a full and speedy recovery
Please spare a positive thought and prayer for all 1st responders
@HoustonFire
is currently on scene at 6727 Telephone rd. performing extinguishment efforts after receiving reports of an apartment on fire. No FF or civilian injuries have been reported. Please avoid the area due to heavy emergency traffic.
@FireChiefofHFD
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Your
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
are on the front line in the battle against
#coronavirus
. We ask for your help!
If you call 911, please tell the call-taker if anyone in your home has flu-like symptoms. It will help all of us better prepare
@HoustonHealth
Visit for updated information about local risk, as well as key messages, frequently asked questions, communication resources, rumor control, emergency preparedness tips and more.
@FireChiefofHFD
@HoustonHealth
@HoustonOEM
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Some of the most humble and hardest working people. Much respect
Essay: Latino street vendors ‘fight to live’ in pandemic -
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There’s some real evil in this world. We’re blessed to have men and women willing to stand in the gap, be of service, and work to protect people in our community they may not even know
Thank you
@HoustonFire
@houstonpolice
and all first responders in
@HoustonTX
#HarrisCounty
Thank you to
@HoustonFire
for all the great work you do. We appreciate you.
Thank you to all the hardworking doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other medical personnel that make Houston hospitals the best in the world. Sincerely. Thank you.
#HoustonStrong
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TY
@McConaughey
for spending time with some of the men and women of
@HoustonFire
& recognition of the positive impact they make in their community.
Thanks Matthew McConaughey for swinging by HFD Station 26 and for teaming up with Wild Turkey to show appreciation to Houston first responders!
#WildTurkeyGivesBack
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@Lucy26398575
@SylvesterTurner
The gist of the message is don’t place employees in the middle of your position on masks. Businesses may require patrons wear masks. If you don’t want to, then like a reasonable adult, take your business somewhere else. Don’t get into fights or arguments over the issue.
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Patriots!
Coronavirus: Braskem America workers going home after 28 days making COVID-19 protective gear |
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Glad to update that both Firefighters transported to the hospital yesterday are doing well.
Both evaluated for heat related symptoms; Stabilized, hydrated and discharged.
2 firefighters have been transported to
@memorialhermann
for evaluation re:heat exhaustion. Both transported in stable condition.
@HoustonFire
crews are being rotated as they continue to work on this stubborn fire.
Crews will be on scene for the better part of the afternoon
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🚨Icy patches have led to dangerous driving conditions!
@HoustonFire
has responded to over 200 Motor Vehicle Accidents as of 1830hrs.
Motorist are urged to avoid the road if possible⚠️⚠️⚠️
While, rain chances have ended for SE TX tonight, icy conditions will persist overnight as the arctic air mass settles over the region. If you have to travel tonight, be on the lookout for black ice on roadways. Freeze, Hard Freeze, and Wind Chill Warnings remain in place.
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Happy Birthday to Sister Eleanor, of the Benedictine Religious Order.
Celebrating her 80th Birthday at
#PappasSeafoodHouse
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@MichaelBerrySho
@ArtAcevedo
@MichaelBerrySho
, it’s hard to see, but can you spot the tattletale in the PD uniform...?
🙂Love my pal
@ArtAcevedo
!
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Today is International Firefighters Day. Thank you to the men and women of
@HoustonFire
, and to firefighters/EMTs around the world for the dedication in serving their communities
#InternationalFirefightersDay
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It’s with deep sadness that
@HoustonFire
announces the passing of one of its active duty members. Capt William Gunderson passes away peacefully today, at home surrounded by loved ones.
We pray for the Gunderson family & mourn the loss of our community’s Public Safety personnel
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Please join the men + women of
@HoustonFire
in keeping this injured
@houstonpolice
Officer in your thoughts & prayers.
We thank our FF from A16 Bshift, MD05 and Dist 46 crews for proving lifesaving, highly skilled prehospital care in the Officer's time of need.
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Houston City Council passes $5.1B budget giving firefighters a raise
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Thinking of El Paso...Heartbreaking!
@ElPasoTXGov
is an amazing city with wonderful people.
Our focus is with the dignity and respect of the victims in this case and with their families.
The human waste responsible for this senseless act Does Not deserve to be acknowledged.
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