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Austin Firefighters Association The Austin Firefighters Association is Local Chapter 975 of the International Association of Fire Fighters.

We are an organization established by the Firefighters from the Austin Fire Department

COMPLEX RESCUE. Austin firefighters responded Friday afternoon to an electrocution at a downtown construction site, wher...
10/15/2026

COMPLEX RESCUE. Austin firefighters responded Friday afternoon to an electrocution at a downtown construction site, where one person was pronounced dead and another was found safe.

With live electrical lines dangerously close to both individuals, Austin Energy crews had to de-energize the line before firefighters could safely access the scene. When the initial truck was insufficient for the job, a larger truck was dispatched with a police es**rt to expedite its arrival.

Austin firefighters used a ladder truck and bucket to reach both individuals. Despite the complex rescue operation, one person tragically died at the scene. ATCEMS evaluated the second individual, who did not require hospital transport.

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy and those who responded to this difficult incident.

FOOD TRUCK ON FIRE. Austin firefighters responded to a food truck fire in a busy East Austin entertainment district afte...
10/11/2026

FOOD TRUCK ON FIRE. Austin firefighters responded to a food truck fire in a busy East Austin entertainment district after 911 dispatch received multiple calls reporting the incident.

Crews arrived and immediately began extinguishing the fire while cooling multiple large propane tanks attached to the truck. Firefighters then removed the tanks and moved them to a safe location away from the fire.

Why is this so dangerous? Food trucks can contain propane tanks, fuel sources, and pressurized equipment that create serious hazards when exposed to fire. Add a crowded entertainment district, nearby businesses, pedestrians, and passing traffic, and the risks extend far beyond the truck itself.

This is why firefighters must do more than put out the flames. They have to identify, control, and eliminate hazards that could put the entire surrounding area at risk.

🚒 One fire. Multiple hazards. A whole lot more at stake than what’s burning.

THE WORK DOESN’T START AT THE HOSPITAL. IT STARTS HERE. Before a patient ever reaches the hospital, Austin firefighters...
10/09/2026

THE WORK DOESN’T START AT THE HOSPITAL. IT STARTS HERE. Before a patient ever reaches the hospital, Austin firefighters are already assessing, treating, stabilizing, and fighting to give them the best possible chance at survival, before handing the patient over to our partners at EMS.

From medical emergencies to life-threatening injuries, firefighters provide critical emergency medical care in the moments when it matters most. Every assessment, every intervention, and every decision can make a difference long before a patient reaches the emergency room.

We have plenty of photos and videos documenting the work our firefighters do at structure fires and serious vehicle collisions. But you’ll see fewer images of the work they do on medical calls.

Why? These calls often involve people experiencing some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Capturing that work requires an added level of sensitivity and respect for patient privacy.

And the reality is, Austin firefighters respond to medical calls far more often than fires — thankfully. That means a huge part of the job happens outside the spotlight, without the flames, flashing lights, or dramatic scenes that people often associate with firefighting.

The work is no less important.
The stakes are no less real.
And the people doing it deserve to be recognized.

WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE? Austin firefighters recently responded to a single-vehicle crash after a pickup truck veered ...
10/08/2026

WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE? Austin firefighters recently responded to a single-vehicle crash after a pickup truck veered off the roadway—coming dangerously close to a bus stop.

Situational awareness isn’t just about watching the road when you’re behind the wheel. It matters when you’re walking, waiting for the bus, crossing the street, or simply standing in a public space.

You can’t control what other people do. You can control how aware you are of what’s happening around you.

If you saw a vehicle suddenly lose control and head toward the sidewalk or bus stop, would you see it coming? Would you know where you could move?

Look up. Stay alert. Know your exits. Give yourself somewhere to go.

Call 911 if you need us Y’all!


Shout out to Jorden🔥📸 for these shots!

YOUR PHONE ISN’T THE ONLY THING THAT NEEDS TO CHARGE SAFELY.It’s Fire Prevention Week, and this year’s message is simple...
10/06/2026

YOUR PHONE ISN’T THE ONLY THING THAT NEEDS TO CHARGE SAFELY.

It’s Fire Prevention Week, and this year’s message is simple: Charge Into Fire Safety. Safe Charging can save your life, your family, and your home.

Lithium-ion batteries power everything from our phones and laptops to e-bikes, tools and more. But when they’re damaged, improperly charged or used incorrectly, they can create a serious fire risk.

-Use the charger designed for your device.
- Don’t charge damaged batteries.
-Keep charging devices away from anything that can burn.
-If a battery starts swelling, smoking or overheating, get out and call 911.

Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.



10/01/2026

FLASH FLOODING POSSIBLE. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Austin area as heavy rain and thunderstorms move through Central Texas. Flash flooding can happen quickly, especially around low-water crossings, underpasses and flood-prone roads.

If you’re caught in heavy rain or rising water:

-TURN AROUND. DON’T DROWN. Never drive through flooded roads or around barricades.

-Your vehicle is not a boat. Even a relatively small amount of moving water can sweep a vehicle away.

-Never walk or drive through moving water. You can’t reliably judge its depth or current.

-Stay weather aware. Monitor alerts, road closures and changing conditions.

-When possible, stay off the roads during the worst of the weather.

If water starts rising around your vehicle, get out and move to higher ground if it is safe to do so.

Our crews will be ready to respond. Help us keep you out of the floodwater in the first place.

Stay Safe Y’all!

NO STEERING WHEEL. Austin’s streets are changing — and Austin firefighters have to be ready for what comes with it.Tesla...
09/28/2026

NO STEERING WHEEL. Austin’s streets are changing — and Austin firefighters have to be ready for what comes with it.
Tesla’s new Cybercab has no steering wheel, no pedals, no traditional door handles, and upward-opening “butterfly” doors. In a crash or emergency, those differences can create new challenges for firefighters trying to reach patients, move the vehicle, or clear a path for emergency apparatus.
One major concern: how do you move a driverless vehicle that’s blocking a fire truck when there’s no steering wheel or pedals?
Tesla has provided Austin first responders with training on the vehicle’s emergency features and how to move it using the touchscreen. But AFD has pointed out that relying on a touchscreen can present its own challenges in an emergency — especially if the screen is damaged, the vehicle loses power, or firefighters are operating with gloves, sweat, dust, or other conditions.
And getting inside isn’t business as usual either. Firefighters have to understand how these vehicles open, where their emergency controls are located, and how their electric systems and batteries can affect fire and rescue operations.
That’s why Austin firefighters are training now — before these situations become emergencies.
New technology means new hazards. Our job is to understand them, train for them, and be ready to protect the people inside these vehicles when seconds matter.

TRAINED & READY. What began as an exterior fire in South Austin quickly worked its way into the attic, allowing fire to ...
09/23/2026

TRAINED & READY. What began as an exterior fire in South Austin quickly worked its way into the attic, allowing fire to spread rapidly throughout the home.

For the residents, their pets, the firefighters inside, and the homes surrounding it, every second mattered.
Austin firefighters arrived quickly on scene, attacked the fire, and worked to get it under control as quickly as possible. Crews made sure the residents and their pets were out of the home and out of harm’s way — while putting themselves directly in the path of the fire.

One Austin firefighter was injured while fighting the blaze.

This is the reality of residential structure fires. They don’t just threaten the house that’s burning. Fire can spread rapidly, putting neighboring homes and everyone inside them at risk.

The reason firefighters are prepared to make these decisions under extreme conditions comes down to one thing:

TRAINING.

Hours. Upon hours. Upon hours.

Drills repeated until they’re second nature. Searches. Hose lines. Ventilation. Fire attack. Rescues. Working in heat, smoke, darkness and chaos.

Because when the tones drop and a house is burning, there isn’t time to figure it out.

You train for that moment long before it ever happens.

And when it does, Austin firefighters go to work.

IAFF FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL. Some names never leave the firehouse.This year, Austin firefighters traveled to Colora...
09/20/2026

IAFF FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL. Some names never leave the firehouse.

This year, Austin firefighters traveled to Colorado Springs to honor Austin Firefighter Alex Trevino, who died April 1, 2005, from occupational cancer. Alex also answered the call to New York City on 9/11.

The AFD Honor Guard and ESPADA stood for Alex. TxTF-1 members who also responded to 9/11 attended in his honor. The Austin Hispanic Firefighters Association (Bomberos) came to support Alex and his AFD family. Firefighters from Engine 28B showed up on their own time—and paid out of their own pockets—to provide lunch for those attending.

Retired Chief Eddie Martinez made sure Alex’s paperwork was submitted so his name could be included and properly honored at the memorial. He also had the honor of presenting the flag to Alex’s family.

This was a team effort from start to finish.

Because when one firefighter falls, we show up. For them. For their families. And for as long as it takes.

DON’T WAIT. Lateral Firefighter Applications are OPEN NOW — but not for long.DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 23Your next move could ...
09/17/2026

DON’T WAIT. Lateral Firefighter Applications are OPEN NOW — but not for long.

DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 23

Your next move could start here. Don’t miss the opportunity.

Link in bio for details & to apply.

Address

7537 Cameron Road
Austin, TX
78752

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

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+15124417572

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