District 8 Fire Rescue

08/27/2026

District 8 Fire is on scene of a large hay barn fire in the area of FM 773 and 1803 N the fire is contained at this time to the barn (15:55) you will see a large presence of tankers shuttling water to the fire

We have multiple mutual aid departments helping with the incident

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

UPDATED - To reflect correct end date of Sept. 8.

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Henderson County Commissioners Court instituted a 28-day burn ban Tuesday morning at the request of Fire Marshal Mitchell Pate. The ban will run through Sept. 8 unless Commissioners decide to cancel it.

According to the Tuesday, Aug. 11, Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) the average for the county is 583, with a low of 462 and a high of 710.

The Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) is maintained by Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M Forest Service and is used to determine fire potential. The scale goes up to 800 and a burn ban is suggested when the KBDI is 575 or higher.

Ignoring the burn ban is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $500

07/12/2026

UPDATE: The tracks are now clear and FM 773 is back open

⚠️ Attention Murchison Area Residents ⚠️

Please avoid traveling on FM 773 just past the fire station. A train is currently blocking the roadway at the railroad crossing, and there is no estimated time for when it will clear.

If possible, please use an alternate route to reach your destination safely. We’ll provide updates as more information becomes available.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July

06/30/2026

06/17/2026

On June 15th, 2026, District 8 Fire Rescue responded for mutual aid to assist Westside Fire Rescue, Coffee City Fire Rescue, and Berryville Fire Rescue on a working structure fire. Crews from all departments arrived quickly and operated side‑by‑side, working tirelessly to bring the fire under control and fully extinguish the incident.

Multi‑agency responses like this highlight the importance of clear communication, coordinated strategy, and strong teamwork. Thank you to every firefighter who responded and put in the work to protect our communities. Your dedication makes a real difference!

06/15/2026

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for the following counties: Henderson, Anderson until Jun 14 10:00PM. More info at kltv.com/weather/alerts and on the KLTV weather app.

06/03/2026

Earlier today, District 8 Fire Rescue responded to assist Frankston Fire Department with a structure fire involving a gas station in Frankston, Texas, located in Anderson County.

Upon arrival, crews were met with heavy fire conditions and rapidly evolving hazards due to the presence of fuel and other flammable materials commonly found at gas station facilities. Firefighters worked aggressively to contain the blaze, protect nearby structures, and prevent further escalation that could have posed a significant threat to the surrounding community.

Thanks to the coordinated efforts of all responding agencies, crews were able to bring the situation under control and minimize further damage. Incidents involving commercial structures—especially those with fuel sources—require quick action, strong communication, and a high level of situational awareness, all of which were demonstrated on scene today.

We would like to thank Frankston Fire Department and all assisting agencies for their teamwork and dedication. As always, we remain committed to serving our community and supporting our neighboring departments whenever needed.