Temple Fire & Rescue

Rain is in the forecast this weekend, so now is a good time to stay weather-aware.

If you encounter water over a roadway, remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown. It only takes a small amount of moving water to create dangerous driving conditions, and it's often impossible to tell how deep the water is from behind the wheel.

As the rain moves in:
‼️ Slow down and give yourself extra stopping distance
‼️ Never drive through flooded roadways
‼️ Avoid low-water crossings and areas prone to flooding
‼️ Use extra caution when driving at night

A little patience can go a long way during severe weather. Please monitor your local news and weather sources and stay

Not everyone gets to say they've climbed the ladder on Truck #1.

Today, our Junior Fire Cadets got a firsthand look at what it takes to work at new heights as they climbed the aerial ladder and learned more about the equipment Temple firefighters use every day.

It's experiences like these that turn curiosity into confidence and help inspire the next generation of firefighters. 🚒

The State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) is a free program that helps emergency responders identify residents who may need additional assistance during an emergency.

STEAR is for individuals with disabilities, medically fragile, and those with access and functional needs. This may include those with limited mobility, who have communication barriers, need additional medical assistance, require transportation assistance, and those who require personal care assistance.

Registering helps local emergency planners better understand community needs and prepare their response efforts. While registration does not guarantee specific services during an emergency, it does provide valuable information that can help responders assist those who may need additional support.
Registration is free and can be completed at stear.texas.gov.

If you think STEAR could benefit you or a loved one, take a few minutes to learn more and sign up today.

The Temple Police Department and Temple Fire and Rescue, along with several other public safety agencies from across the area, will be conducting a large-scale emergency response training scenario at Lake Belton High School this morning. During this time, community members may notice a significant presence of police, fire, EMS, and other emergency personnel in the area. There is no threat to the public and no cause for alarm.

The City of Temple has selected Christopher Perez as its next Fire Chief following a nationwide search that drew 43 candidates from 14 states.

Perez brings over 28 years of experience with the Laredo Fire Department, where he has served in a variety of leadership roles and built a strong track record of operational excellence, collaboration, and leading multi-year capital improvement initiatives. He will begin serving Temple on July 6, 2026.

To read the full Media Release, please visit templetx.gov/news.

After a nationwide search, four finalists have been named in the search for Temple’s next Fire Chief.

Community members are invited to meet the finalists:
📍 Fire Central (210 N 3rd)
🗓 Tuesday, May 5
⏰ 8:30 – 11:00 AM

Learn more about the candidates at templetx.gov/news