Traffic alert - Nolan County - SH 153 A maintenance crew will perform work northbound on SH 153 between mile markers 310 and 312. A flagger and pilot car will be present to help navigate the traveling public through the work zone. Reduce your speed and watch for crewmen.

Extreme fire weather today with the possibility of dangerous wildfires. Most fires caused by people doing stuff preventable, careless or frankly stupid. This is NOT THE DAY to be welding outside, parking in tall grass, etc. Lets keep fire crews & our neighbors safe! #sjtwx #txwx

We are sending our thoughts and prayers to those in Coleman County as this fire rapidly spreads.

⚠️ROAD CLOSURE⚠️ Sam Houston from Avenue A through C and Avenue B up to Bell Street will be closed today and tomorrow from 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Find alternate routes if possible.

This week is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Thank you to our dispatchers for all they do for Sweetwater and Nolan County.

Atmos has advised road closures as contractors do maintenance work tomorrow. Please plan accordingly.

We are very grateful to receive this donation and use this money to move Sweetwater forward. Here's a breakdown of what the funds will be used for: bit.ly/3y56026

Join us June 10th & 11th as we Strike Out Child Abuse. Homerun Derby is June 10th and the tournament kicks off on June 11th with an Exhibition Game between the Police & Fire Departments. Get registered today! Proceeds go to the Children's Advocacy Center!

We at the Sweetwater Fire Department and Ambulance Service are heartbroken after the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. We offer our prayers to the community and families of the victims. We stand with Uvalde today, tomorrow, and forever. #prayforUvalde

Dewey Coy has been named the next Chief of the Sweetwater Fire Department and Ambulance Service. You can read more about Chief Coy here: bit.ly/3HH5aLT

A special thank you to Mitchell County EMS who is helping us respond to calls while two of our three ambulances are being serviced. Thank you for your assistance!

Join us Friday, August 12th from 4:00-5:30 for a Meet & Greet event honoring Fire Chief Dewey Coy. Help us welcome Chief Coy and his family to Sweetwater!

We had a great time at East Ridge Elementary today discussing fire safety. Pictured are Fire Marshal James Smith and Lt. Tad Baird giving a presentation to first grade students.

🚒CAREER OPPORTUNITY🚒 Are you looking to start or continue your career as a Firefighter? The Sweetwater Fire Department offers competitive pay and benefits, training opportunities, and a team-oriented work environment. Application & info: sweetwatertx.gov/about-us/emplo…

Here's a look at our calls for service report for April.