Leroy/Axtell Fire and Rescue

08/30/2026

Today, your Leroy/Axtell VFD assisted Bellmead and multiple other agencies on a huge fire. At one point, multiple mobile homes, vehicles, sheds, and RVs were all on fire.

Thanks to the hard work and teamwork of everyone on scene, we were able to get the fire knocked down and under control in a timely manner. We are extremely grateful for all of the departments and firefighters who came together today to help.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who lost so much today.

Chief Cates

08/05/2026

I’m sure most people already know this but if not here you go. If you don’t have to go to Waco I wouldn’t.

Driving thru Waco this weekend? I wouldn't... 🚧

TxDOT will be closing all lanes of I-35 in Waco this weekend, starting Friday night at midnight until Sunday morning. This is part of the ongoing construction between downtown and New Road. Be prepared for very, very long delays and detours. It's going to be a mess! Make sure you share this with your friends and family so they can avoid the interstate.

08/04/2026

Per the Commissioners Court, a Burn Ban is in effect for McLennan County - effective immediately (8/4/26), until further notice. A copy of the resolution will be sent to all department chiefs by EOD, and it will be posted on social media upon receipt.

08/03/2026

On another note we can’t thank Ethan Jacob Keenan and the guys over at Waco towing for always coming to our rescue anytime we need them. If y’all ever need somebody to tow your vehicle give them guys a call.

08/02/2026

🚨 Leroy/Axtell Community – We Need Your Help 🚨

It’s not often that we ask our community for help, but today we’re asking everyone to come together for the Leroy/Axtell Volunteer Fire Department.

Right now, 3 of our fire trucks are out of service. Today, one of our trucks broke down while leaving a call and had to be towed back to the station. To make matters worse, just a few weeks ago we spent thousands of dollars repairing the brake system on one of our engines, and now we’re facing even more unexpected repairs.

Our volunteers continue to answer every call they can, but the reality is that our ability to respond is being impacted.

When you call 911 (tel:911), you expect help to be on the way. We want to make sure we can continue to be there for our neighbors, families, and community when you need us most.

If you’ve ever wondered how you could support your local volunteer fire department, now is the time. Whether it’s a monetary donation, sponsoring repairs, or simply sharing this post, every bit of support helps us get our trucks back on the road where they belong.

Our firefighters volunteer their time, leave their families, and answer calls at all hours of the day and night. They don’t hesitate when someone needs help, and today we’re asking our community not to hesitate in helping them.

Please share this post and help us keep the Leroy/Axtell Volunteer Fire Department ready to answer the next call.

❤️ Thank you for always supporting your local volunteers.

Donations can be made through

Venmo: -axtell_34
Cash App: $LeroyAxtellVFD

Or sent in to our post office at

PO Box 117
Axtell tx
76624

07/29/2026

07/05/2026

Be sure to come out tonight and enjoy an amazing fire work show. There are 3 different waffles going on right now at the station in Leroy if you’d like a spot go by and see what they are and get on one. If you want to wait they will be posted on FB tomorrow. All donations made to the Leroy/Axtell VFD tonight are much appreciated and always welcomed. Thank you all and we hope to see y’all there.

Everyone come out to Leroy tonight and support the Leroy/Axtell Fire Dept. Food, fun and fireworks

07/03/2026

Y’all be sure to have a fun and safe weekend. Keep the 911 lines open for emergency’s.

06/30/2026

Be sure to come out this Sunday July 5th to the Leroy station located at 101 s 1st st. You won’t want to miss this fire work show. Invite everybody you know it’s going to be a wonderful time. We would like to thank the longhorn firework shop for always taking care of there local fire department. Not only do they help us out with this but they help out in so many other ways. Thank you Candice Graham Dawson Graham and Cindy Holder Caldwell y’all are the best.

06/22/2026

We normally don’t post things like this but it was close to home and has been heavy on our hearts. If everybody would keep all the first responders and the family’s who lost their loved ones yesterday in the tragic car accident off 171 just outside of Malone it would be appreciated. To lose an adult is hard but when small children are involved it takes a toll on us first responders. If any first responders that where there yesterday see this y’all can always reach out and talk. Come by the station and have some coffee or whatever you’d like but please don’t hold it in. We are all brothers and sisters and are here for one another. My phone number is 254-313-2296 I’ll always answer the phone and hear anybody out. Thank you all and as always god bless.

Chief cates
254-313-2296