ROSS VFD

05/03/2026

04/20/2026

We are doing a JR. FF 👨‍🚒training this evening behind City Hall using a controlled burn 🔥
Teaching approach and techniques to safe brush piles and rural burning..

04/07/2026

We extend our gratitude to VFW Post 4819 West, TX and Auxiliary for the kind gesture of providing sweet treats. We appreciate your dedication to our community. VFW Post 4819 West, TX Teresa Kasik Orr

04/01/2026

This is a reminder that the Statewide Public Warning System Drill coordinated by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) will take place tomorrow, Thursday, April 2, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM.
To help everyone prepare, below is what to expect in McLennan County tomorrow:

The Waco / McLennan County Office of Emergency Management will coordinate the countywide response to the exercise.
Our office will handle the IPAWS/WEA activation and the CivicPlus mass notification for McLennan County.
Jurisdictions with outdoor warning sirens should plan to conduct their April siren test tomorrow at 10:00 AM in coordination with the statewide drill, rather than on the normal first-Friday schedule.
If conditions warrant canceling the outdoor warning siren test, that decision will be made tomorrow morning and communicated by email to the Outdoor Warning Siren group.
PSAPs across McLennan County have been notified and provided message details, suggested call-taker language, and responses to expected public questions. That information is below.
Residents may receive test messages through local emergency notification systems and Wireless Emergency Alerts on mobile phones. Some individuals may receive more than one alert as part of this coordinated exercise.
This is only a test. No action is required unless a real-world emergency occurs.

This exercise is an opportunity to confirm that our public warning systems are functioning properly and that alerts can be delivered quickly and effectively during real emergencies.

If you have any questions please call us at 254-750-5911.
We appreciate your partnership and support as we work together to keep McLennan County prepared.

03/14/2026

⚠️ UPDATE: The Fire Weather Watch has now been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning for McLennan County on Sunday from 12 PM to 9 PM.
Conditions are expected to support rapid fire growth due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation, making any outdoor burning extremely dangerous.

🚨 FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE 🚨

The National Weather Service – Fort Worth has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening for much of North and Central Texas, including McLennan County.

🔥 What to Expect Sunday
• Wind: Northwest 25–35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
• Humidity: 15–25% (very dry conditions)
• Timing: Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening

⚠️ Fire Risk
These conditions can cause any fire to spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Even a small spark can quickly become a large grass or wildland fire.

🚫 Safety Reminder
• Do NOT burn outdoors
• Avoid activities that can create sparks (welding, burning debris, etc.)
• Properly dispose of ci******es
• Secure trailer chains so they do not drag and spark

A Fire Weather Watch means conditions are favorable for dangerous fire behavior. The National Weather Service may upgrade this to a Red Flag Warning if conditions worsen.

📢 Please stay aware and help reduce wildfire risk in our community.

03/09/2026

Please see the attached Notice from the County Judge lifting the Burn Ban for McLennan County.

03/07/2026

⚠️ Traffic Alert ⚠️

Please avoid I-35 southbound between Elm Mott and West. Traffic is backed up to West due to a vehicle fire. If possible, find an alternate route and expect significant delays in the area.

Please share so others can plan accordingly and stay safe!

03/03/2026

This morning, the McLennan County Commissioners Court issued an Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in the Unincorporated Areas of McLennan County.

Please see the attached Burn Ban Order.

03/03/2026

To avoid any confusion: Ross VFD is not affiliated with Stop the Waco Data Center. We solely provide a meeting place for them, as we have the largest building in our city.

Our department remains committed solely to emergency services and the safety of our community.

02/08/2026

Junior firefighter Zac Traylor received his award today. We are exploring opportunities to expand the junior firefighter program for children interested in learning more about firefighting and community service.