Houston Fire Department
City of Houston Fire Department (HFD) is the agency that provides fire protection and emergency medical services for the city of Houston, Texas, United States, the fourth largest city in the United States. HFD is responsible for preserving life and property for a population over 2 million in an area totaling 617 square miles (1,600 km2).
The administration of HFD is located on the 7th floor of Continental Center II (600 Jefferson) in the Cullen Center in Downtown Houston. They were previously located at the City of Houston Fire Department Logistical Center & Maintenance Depot.
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