As we celebrate the Pedernales Fire Department’s 50th anniversary in 2024, we are searching for volunteers who served since 1974. Help us connect with past volunteers and make this a special celebration!

The Pedernales Fire Department is getting ready for the upcoming summer weather and the needs of our community that will come with summer conditions. While we keep our crews and apparatus ready to respond…

Join us for the annual Firehouse Feast, a cherished neighborhood gathering on the lawn of Pedernales Fire Department Station 801. From 6:00 to 9:00 pm, enjoy live music from the Aaron McDonnell Trio, savor…

As the Pedernales Fire Department expands its medical response capabilities to meet the growing needs of our community, we’re stepping up to support areas that the current budget cannot yet cover. Our goal is…

Pedernales’ EMS Team At the Pedernales Fire Department, the Paramedics and Advanced EMTs (AEMTs) form a vital part of the response to emergencies. This dedicated team includes four paramedics, six AEMTs, and three additional personnel completing…

Calling all former Vol. FFs, Explorers, and Auxiliary members to Join us on October 10th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Rod and Gun Club for a special evening celebrating the 50th…

Fire Chief Tony Haden welcomes everyone to the new PFD Auxiliary website, emphasizing the importance of staying connected. He reflects on the long history of the auxiliary, from providing food to volunteer firefighters in…

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The PFD Auxiliary extends heartfelt thanks to Fire Chief Tony Haden and Director of Administration Lynnette Courtney for their support with our new website and online newsletter. A special shoutout goes to our webmaster,…

We are humbled by the incredible generosity of our community for the 2024 Firehouse Feast. With donations from businesses and individuals like Alive and Well, It’s All Good BBQ, and more, we’re making great…

Fueling the Mission: Auxiliary Presents Check to PFD Chief We are thrilled to share a special moment from this year’s fundraising efforts! Our Vice President, Jane Coco, had the honor of presenting Fire Chief…

What an amazing community we live in!  When we asked our fire department what they needed that was not going to be covered by their 2024 budget, they gave us a list (see below)…

A Night to Remember – Firehouse Feast 2024 With the sun going down and the evening breeze beginning its cooling, our community gathered for the “Umpteenth” Annual Pedernales Fire Department Fundraiser. The sponsors, PFD…

Celebrating the Volunteers Behind Our Successful BBQ A huge thank you to everyone who made our BBQ event such a wonderful success! From those on the frontlines to the heroes behind the scenes, your…

🎉 Thank you to the following people for helping with our annual Firehouse Feast in the food service area! 🎉 🍖 I’d like to first mention with thanks to “It’s All Good BBQ” restaurant,…

2024 Feast Auction Success! The Pedernales Fire Department Auxiliary is thrilled to announce the resounding success of our barbecue dinner and auction! Thanks to the overwhelming support of our community, we raised approximately $9,000…

A Sweet Success: Thank you to our Dessert Heroes! Every year, we worry whether we’ll have enough homemade desserts to accompany the 300+ meals served at our BBQ—but once again, our extraordinary bakers came…

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Firehouse Feast Sponsors and Donors We couldn’t host our beloved Firehouse Feast without the incredible generosity of our sponsors and donors. Their contributions allow us to plan and…

The Incredible Jackson Brown What do you call a volunteer who can do it all and does? Jackson Brown. From 4-9pm on BBQ day, Jackson amazed us with his energy and dedication. He set…

Learn How to Save a Life: AEDs and the Community AED Initiative When seconds count, having an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) nearby can mean the difference between life and death. AEDs are designed to…

Winter Preparedness As temperatures cool and winter settle into our region, it’s easy to assume wildfire risks are behind us. However, in our area, the threat of wildfire doesn’t go away with the changing…

In 1981, a small group of Travis County deputies took it upon themselves to brighten the holidays for 25 families in unincorporated areas of the county. With no outside funding, these deputies reached into…

Mark your calendars! The Pedernales Fire Department’s 30th Annual Brown Santa Parade is coming to town on December 14th and 15th, 2024. Join us in spreading holiday cheer by donating new, unwrapped toys and…

Bring the whole family to Station 802 on December 7th for a festive morning of Pancakes with Santa from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, take pictures with Santa, and help…

Pedernales Fire Department 50th Anniversary Reunion This October, the Pedernales Fire Department marked its 50th anniversary with a heartfelt reunion celebrating five decades of service, camaraderie, and community commitment. Founded in 1974, the department…