Bruceville-Eddy Volunteer Fire Department

The Bruceville-Eddy Volunteer Fire Department (Bruceville-Eddy Volunteer Fire & Rescue) provides fire protection and emergency response for the City of Bruceville-Eddy, Texas, and the surrounding area along the IH-35 corridor. Like many small Central Texas communities, Bruceville-Eddy is protected by dedicated volunteer firefighters. This guide covers how to reach the department, what it does, how to volunteer, and outdoor-burning safety.

In a fire or life-threatening emergency, dial 911.

Contact & station

  • Emergencies: 911
  • Fire Department (non-emergency): (254) 859-5694
  • Station: 143 B Wilcox Drive, Eddy, TX 76524
  • Fire Chief: Ronald Engelke

For non-emergency questions — burn permits, records, or volunteering — you can also reach the department through City Hall at (254) 859-5700.

What the department does

As a volunteer fire and rescue department, Bruceville-Eddy VFD responds to a wide range of calls, including:

  • Structure and grass/wildland fires
  • Vehicle accidents and rescue along IH-35 and local roads
  • Medical first response in support of EMS
  • Hazard and public-safety calls

The department is staffed by community volunteers who train regularly and turn out around the clock — a small crew protecting their own neighbors.

Volunteering & supporting the department

Volunteer fire departments always need community members willing to serve, and they rely on local support. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter or supporting the department, contact the department or City Hall to ask about requirements, training, and how to get involved. The department holds regular meetings; the City’s notification channels post dates and community updates.

Outdoor burning & burn bans

Central Texas can get very dry, and a burn ban may be in effect in McLennan or Falls County during high-risk conditions. Before doing any outdoor burning:

  • Check whether a county burn ban is currently in effect — burning during a ban is prohibited and can bring fines.
  • Ask the fire department or City Hall about any permit or notification requirements.
  • Never leave a fire unattended, keep water or a hose nearby, and avoid burning on windy days.

Fire safety at home

Simple steps make a big difference in a rural community: install and test smoke alarms, keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen, plan and practice a home escape route, clear dry brush away from structures, and know your address and nearest cross street so you can direct 911 responders quickly.

Related pages: Police Department · City Hall · Contact Directory · City home.

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