Fire safety matters: Between 2014–2018, local U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 3,230 school fires. Take practice drills seriously, know your exit routes and stay alert. Safety starts with you!

RT @AVFDOEM: Update: AFD was NOT conducting training today which would have, in any way, resulted in what sounded and felt like an explosi….

RT @ReadyHarris: School is back in session! School zones can be busy and chaotic, with kids walking or biking, darting between cars, and ge….

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We are excited to announce B. Hayes has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant within the Emergency Operations Services of HCFMO!. Join us in congratulating Lieutenant Hayes on his promotion!.#GoodNewsFriday

It is with great joy that we announce J. Solis promotion to the rank of Sergeant within the Prevention Bureau of HCFMO!. Join us in congratulating Sergeant Solis on his promotion!.#GoodNewsFriday

We encourage the people of Harris County to use our Report a Hazard form to help us identify and address fire and safety hazards at commercial facilities.

HCFMO recently conducted a complaint inspection at the Haverstock Hill Apartments. Our prevention team inspected the common areas of the complex as we do not have the authority to enter individual units. We also shared vital fire and life safety information with the residents.

School is back in session for some and just around the corner for others, which means it's time to go back to the basics of fire safety! Wishing everyone a fun and fire-safe school year ahead!

Our school inspections team has been hard at work getting ready for the return of students this fall!. Our School Safety Toolbox Program, launched in 2006, was created to improve safety at schools in unincorporated Harris County.

It’s the first Saturday of the month, time for a quick safety check! . Press the “test” button on the smoke alarms around your house to make sure that they are working properly. Monthly smoke alarm tests save lives, don’t wait until it’s too late!

Over the past three days, HCFMO and HCSO teamed up to host the PAL Youth Summer Camp! Teens got a hands on look at the exciting world of law enforcement and fire service all in a fun and safe environment.

In the event that a hurricane occurs follow these safety tips and evacuate immediately if you're told to do so. Your safety comes first! Make a plan and stay informed.

We’re excited to share that HCFMO Inspector, Tyler Huber has completed his training at the Houston Community College Police Academy and is now a Peace Officer!. Help us celebrate this remarkable accomplishment and congratulate him on reaching this significant milestone.

We’re happy to share that HCFMO Inspector Seth Cooley has graduated from the Houston Community College Police Academy and has become a Peace Officer. Please join us in congratulating him on reaching this important milestone!.#GoodNewsFriday

It is with great joy that we announce E. Martinez promotion to the rank of Manager within the Operations and Technical Services Bureau of HCFMO!. Join us in congratulating her on this achievement!

Do you have a home escape plan? . If not, now is the perfect time to make one! Emergencies can happen anytime. Plan and practice your home escape plan at least 2x per year and include everyone in your family including those with disabilities and pets.

RT @deerparkoem: Wind speeds in the southwest direction, ranging from 2 to 4 mph, indicate that there is no suspected threat to residents.….

RT @SheriffEd_HCSO: Close to collapsing the perimeter. Air quality is at safe levels at this time. No threat to the work sites or community….