The Conroe Fire Department has enhanced its wildfire response with a new $286K fire engine funded by the Texas Forest Service, helping bolster firefighting efforts locally and across the state.
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The Conroe Fire Department has received a new $286,000 fire engine, thanks to a Texas Forest Service grant, to enhance its ability to respond to wildfires both locally and statewide. Awarded in 2021, the grant also provides tools like handheld radios, fire hoses, and various hand tools to boost firefighting capabilities.
The engine was delivered earlier this month, marking a significant upgrade for the department, which was one of three to receive the grant that year. Interim Fire Chief Mike Legoudes emphasized the department’s qualifications and commitment to the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System, which ensures that local resources can be mobilized during wildfires, disasters, and other emergencies across the state.
Under this system, the state will cover 100% of the operational costs when the engine is deployed for mutual aid efforts, which enhances coordination among fire departments statewide. Legoudes said the new equipment and tools will allow the Conroe Fire Department to respond more effectively to large-scale emergencies.
This addition is part of broader efforts to ensure that Texas fire departments are well-equipped and prepared for increasing wildfire risks. By strengthening local and statewide response capabilities, the department is improving not only its own operations but also contributing to the overall wildfire fighting efforts across Texas.
