History Of Houston Fire Department
The History of The Houston Fire Department began shortly after Houston was founded. The city expanded rapidly and formed its fire department within a year.
| Houston Fire Department |
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| Motto: Semper Paratus (always prepared) | |
| Established | 1838 |
| Staffing | 266 |
| Strength | 4,100 |
| Stations | 90 |
| Engines | 86 |
| Trucks | 37 |
| Squads | 19 |
| Rescues | 8 |
| Fireboats | 15 |
| EMS Units | 57 |
| EMS Level | 25 |
| Fire chief | Terry A. Garrison |
Read more about History Of Houston Fire Department: Foundation, 1900, 1950, 2000, (Line of Duty Deaths)
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