Midland Fire Department
Recent News About Midland Fire Department
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Midland Firefighter Pension Trustees discuss, defer plan for pension fund
The Midland Firefighter Pension Trustees met on Oct. 30 to discuss a plan to improve funding of the pension system that supports retired area firefighters. The pension is currently short of funding to meet retirement obligations to the City of Midland’s firefighters.
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MFD observes Fire Prevention Week, stresses importance of smoke alarms
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) addressed fire alarm safety as part of Fire Prevention Week 2024.
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MFD responds to overturned semi-truck carrying thousands of frozen pizzas
An overturned semi-truck carrying thousands of frozen pizzas garnered the attention of the Midland Fire Department (MFD).
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Tall City Memorial Stair Climb and Benefit Concert honors 9/11 heroes
The Professional Firefighters Association of Midland (PFAM) hosted the annual Tall City Memorial Stair Climb and Benefit Concert on Sept. 7, honoring the 411 first responders who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks while raising funds to support local first responders. The two-part event featured a stair climb followed by a concert, bringing together community members and organizations.
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Midland Trash Truck Sinks in Mud, Gas Line Ruptures After Heavy Rain
Midland experienced significant flooding after more than four inches of rain in recent days, leading to an incident involving a city trash truck. The truck became stuck in mud in an alley between Pleasant Drive and Brookdale Drive. A gas line operated by Atmos Energy ruptured in the same area, which may have been caused by the truck, according to local emergency response crews.
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Midland Fire Department responds to multiple incidents over Labor Day weekend
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to several emergencies over the Labor Day weekend, including water rescues, a warehouse blaze, and a residential fire.
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MFD responds to overturned semi-trailer hauling cantaloupes on I-20
On the night of August 26, the Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to an alleged vehicular incident.
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Midland Professional Firefighters Association ‘disappointed’ with City Council's discussion on firefighter’s compensation
Midland’s Professional Firefighters Association voiced dissatisfaction with the City Council’s meeting on July 23. Jesse Martinez, President of the Professional Firefighters Association of Midland (PFAM), praised the council for taking steps to secure pension benefits but was disappointed over the limited discussion of overall firefighter compensation.
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OPINION: Without True Local Control, Pension Problems Spiral
The 45th Legislature established the Texas Local Fire Fighters Retirement Act (TLFFRA) in 1937 to create local retirement systems for the benefit of full-time, part-time, and volunteer firefighters in participating cities.
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MFD responds to overturned 18-wheeler on I-20
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) fought a weekend truck blaze along the eastbound lanes of Interstate 20 (I-20). The incident, which occurred on the evening of June 29, involved an 18-wheeler.
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Fire Chief transitions to Midland's Managing Director of Public Safety
The City of Midland has announced a leadership transition as part of its new strategic plan focused on enhanced safety, community engagement, and succession planning. The announcement was made in a press release from the City of Midland on June 21.
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MFD responds to large tank battery fire
A large tank battery fire in Midland County drew the attention of the Midland Fire Department (MFD) on the morning of June 20. The blaze occurred east of 1379 and Highway 158.
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Firefighters battle north side apartment fire
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to an apartment fire on the city's north side on June 7. Eight units at the Renew North Park in the 3600 block of Caldera Boulevard were impacted by the event.
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Fire at F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center prompts operational adjustments for MMH departments
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a fire at the F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center, located at 4214 Andrews Highway, at approximately 7:32 p.m. on May 4. The fire, which began on the second-floor balcony, extended into the walls of the former Midland Memorial West campus.
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MFD puts out residential fire, blaze displaces family
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a residence on fire in the 2000 block of Jadewood Drive on the evening of May 30. The family residing in the house sustained no injuries but was displaced by the blaze, according to MFD.
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Midland Fire Department launches Fill the Boot campaign for Muscular Dystrophy Association
On April 22, the Midland Fire Department initiated its annual Fill the Boot campaign to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Firefighters and volunteers stationed themselves at two intersections, Midkiff Road and Wadley Avenue, as well as Midland Drive and Andrews Highway, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Midland apartment complex fire leaves 40 residents displaced
On Sunday, March 3, at approximately 3:49 p.m., the Midland Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 4400 block of Holiday Hill Road. The incident unfolded at Meridian Apartment Homes.
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Midland Fire Department firemen assist second-largest wildfire in Texas history
In the face of the ongoing Texas panhandle wildfire, the Midland Fire Department has stepped up to provide assistance.
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Midland apartment complex fire leaves 22 residents displaced
On Feb. 19 at approximately 12:33 a.m., the Midland Fire Department (MFD) responded to a structure fire at the 1200 block E. Wadley Ave. that left one person injured and 22 residents displaced.
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Midland Fire Department responds to two fires over the weekend
The Midland Fire Department (MFD) was called to action over the weekend as they responded to two separate incidents on Saturday, January 6, and Sunday, January 7.