East End Volunteer Fire Department

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

At 9:06 a.m., East End Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a residence on FM 1738 for a reported tree fire.

Upon arrival, crews discovered that a tree limb had come into contact with a power line, causing the top of the tree to catch fire. Firefighters utilized the turret on Brush 1 to safely extinguish the flames and bring the incident under control.

East End VFD responded with Brush 1, Brush 2, and five personnel.

⚠️ Always treat downed or damaged power lines as energized. Stay a safe distance away and immediately report the hazard to 911 and the electric company. Never attempt to remove limbs that are touching or near power lines.

09/01/2026

🚒 East End VFD | August 2026 Community Update 🚒

As August comes to a close, we want to take a moment to update our community on what has been happening around East End Volunteer Fire Department.

🚨 Calls for Service

During August, East End VFD responded to one emergency call, providing mutual aid to Jasper VFD for a woods/grass fire.

Even during months with lower call volumes, our firefighters remain ready to answer the call when our community or one of our neighboring departments needs assistance.

🎓 Training & Professional Development

Congratulations to Captain Doug Miller, who completed his required skills for Fire Instructor I, II, and III. His next step will be completing his TCFP testing.

Training never stops in the fire service, and we appreciate our members who continue investing their time in education and improving the service we can provide our community.

🚒 Station 1 Improvement

We also completed another improvement at Station 1 this month with the installation of a new apparatus bay door. Improvements like these help us maintain our facilities and keep our stations and equipment ready for service.

🔥 BURN BAN REMAINS IN EFFECT

Jasper County remains under a burn ban. Please do not burn outdoors.

Conditions remain dry, and it doesn’t take much for a small spark to become a fast-moving grass or woods fire. Please use extreme caution with welding, grinding, equipment, dragging trailer chains, or anything else capable of producing heat or sparks around dry vegetation.

If you see smoke or a fire that appears out of control, call 911 immediately. The sooner firefighters are notified, the better opportunity we have to contain a fire before it spreads.

☀️ DON’T FORGET THE HEAT

The East Texas heat continues, so please take care of yourself and those around you. Drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, and never leave children or pets inside a vehicle.

Extreme heat also takes a toll on firefighters working emergencies while wearing heavy protective gear. Hydration and rehabilitation are an important part of keeping our crews safe and ready to serve.

🌀 TROPICAL WEATHER UPDATE

Local and state officials are also monitoring the tropical storm and its potential impacts to our area.

We encourage everyone to remain weather aware and use this time to review your family’s emergency plans and supplies. Make sure you have a way to receive weather alerts, keep phones and other devices charged, and have essential medications, food, water, flashlights, batteries, and other emergency supplies readily available.

As conditions develop, please rely on information from local emergency management officials and the National Weather Service. There is no reason to panic—just stay informed and be prepared.

❤️ Thank You, East End!

Whether we’re responding to an emergency, training, maintaining our equipment, improving our stations, or preparing for changing weather conditions, our goal remains the same: to be ready when our community needs us.

Thank you for your continued support of the men and women of the East End Volunteer Fire Department.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

🚨 BURN BAN CONTINUES IN JASPER COUNTY 🚨

Jasper County Commissioners renewed the countywide burn ban Monday as dangerously dry conditions continue. Sheriff Chuck Havard says deputies are spending too much time responding to fires, while local volunteer fire departments are “stretched very thin and exhausted.”

Residents are urged to PLEASE refrain from all outdoor burning.

🔥 Violations can result in a fine of up to $500.

Full details in the article — link in comments.

08/31/2026

🚒 Meet a Member Monday 🚒

This week, we would like to spotlight Training Chief Albert Clark.

Albert joined the department in 2021 and has continued to grow within the fire service through training, dedication, and a willingness to serve. Since joining, Albert has completed the Adult Fire Academy and currently holds the position of Training Chief within the department.Training is a vital part of the fire service, and having members willing to share their knowledge and help others improve makes our entire department stronger.

Outside of the fire department, Albert works in construction, bringing a variety of hands-on skills and experience that can also prove valuable around the station and on emergency scenes.

Albert is always willing to lend a hand when needed. Whether it’s helping with department functions, community events, training, or other activities, he is ready to step up and do his part.

We appreciate Albert’s dedication, service, and commitment to helping our department continue to grow. Thank you, Training Chief Albert Clark, for everything you do for our department and the community we serve!

08/27/2026

Come join us and Honor those who have lost their lives and celebrate those that came to help those that were needing help on that unforgettable day in our History.

08/25/2026

08/25/2026

🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT — JASPER COUNTY 🔥

A Jasper County Burn Ban is currently in effect until further notice.

Due to the continued dry conditions and increased fire danger across our area, all outdoor burning is prohibited while the burn ban remains active.

Even a small fire can quickly get out of control when vegetation is dry. A single spark can threaten homes, property, livestock, wooded areas, and the lives of first responders working to contain the fire.

🚫 Please do not burn brush, leaves, trash, or other outdoor debris.

🔥 Help prevent wildfires before they start.

🚒 Following the burn ban not only protects your property and your neighbors—it also helps protect the firefighters and other first responders who answer these emergencies.

Please help us protect Jasper County by following the burn ban until it is officially lifted.

📢 Share this information with your friends, family, and neighbors. Help us spread the word and keep our community safe.

BE RESPONSIBLE. BE FIRE SMART. HELP PREVENT WILDFIRES.