Bastrop Travis Counties Professional Firefighters

10/09/2026

09/18/2026

Earlier this week, our members responded to a highly technical extrication after a car hauler carrying multiple vehicles was involved in a serious crash with a passenger vehicle on the Bastrop/Travis county line.

This was one of the more complex scenes our crews have worked; heavy vehicle stabilization, confined access, and hours of coordinated extrication. Our members worked alongside mutual aid units from Travis County Emergency Services District 12 and Austin Fire Department’s Heavy Rescue 14. The teamwork on scene reflected real professionalism under extremely difficult conditions.

We want to recognize our Bastrop Travis Counties Professional Firefighters (IAFF Local 5586) members, our partners at ESD 12, and AFD's Rescue 14 crew for the work they put in, and extend that same respect to their union, the Austin Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 975, austinfirefightersassociation).

Our thoughts are with the family of the individual who lost their life in this crash.

This is why we do this job. To help, no matter the situation or the outcome. Our members will keep showing up for this community, call after call.

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, 343 firefighters answered a call they never came home from — the single greatest loss the American fire service has ever suffered.

But 9/11 never stopped taking firefighters. In the years since, hundreds more responders have died from cancers tied directly to their exposure that day, and the fire service is still losing them. The sacrifice didn't end in 2001.

This year, members of our department honored that in the way firefighters do — on their feet. Some of our crew climbed 110 stories in full gear, the height of the World Trade Center towers, to remember the men and women who climbed those same stairs and never made it back down.

We carry this every shift. Today we remember 343 — and every name added since.

Read more about the ongoing fight for the people who were there: thesacrificecontinues.com

05/31/2026

Over the weekend, the Round Rock Fire Department lost one of our own. Fire Driver Zach French served this community alongside the men and women of RRFD for nearly 19 years, and his loss is being felt throughout our department and the public safety community.

We are grateful for the support shown by neighboring agencies, our fellow employees, hospital staff and the community during this difficult time. Many community members may have noticed neighboring agencies assisting with emergency response coverage or gatherings of our firefighters over the past several days. These acts of support allowed our firefighters the opportunity to be together and support one another, and we are deeply appreciative of everyone who made that possible.

Out of respect for the family, we will not be sharing additional details at this time. We ask that you keep Zach’s family, friends and fellow firefighters in your thoughts and prayers.

05/27/2026

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05/25/2026

Enjoy the long weekend — but don’t forget what it’s actually for.

Today’s for the ones who didn’t come home, and the families who’ve been missing them ever since.

BTCAPFF remembers. 🇺🇸

05/19/2026

Manchaca Fire Rescue / Travis County ESD 5 is one of 13 Emergency Services Districts serving Travis County residents. Manchaca Fire Rescue began in 1968 as an all-volunteer fire department. Since 2015, we have been a fully paid, tax-funded political subdivision; a first responder organization, responding to over 1,500 incidents per year, covering the southernmost portion of Travis County, between I-35 and 45SW Toll, and from Slaughter Lane to the Hays County line. Click here for the 2025 Annual Travis County ESD report: https://canva.link/3iwjmydz7o4p4bb

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to every mom, stepmom, grandmother, guardian, mentor, and mother figure who makes a difference in the lives of others. Your care and strength never go unnoticed.

05/04/2026

Today we honor the men and women who answer the call without hesitation. From structure fires and rescues to medical emergencies and disasters, firefighters stand ready 24/7 to protect their communities.

This National Firefighters Day, we recognize the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of every firefighter serving beside us and across the nation.

“May the 4th Be With You” — because heroes don’t wear capes, they wear turnout gear.

Thank you to all firefighters, past and present, for your commitment to service and protecting others on their worst days.

04/19/2026

Bastrop/Travis ESD 1 C Shift trained alongside Travis County ESD 12 firefighters on multi-company operations and ladder truck skills.

Working together like this builds strong teamwork, communication, and readiness for the fireground. Proud to train and serve alongside our partners.