DeSoto Fire Rescue

Our boy came to fight—and left with the belt! 🥊🏆

Ethan Martin stepped into the ring at Guns & Hoses Boxing representing DeSoto Fire Rescue and put on one heck of a performance. His hard work, discipline, toughness, and heart were on full display.

We couldn’t be prouder of the way Ethan represented DFR, our fire family, and the entire fire service. Congratulations, Ethan—you earned this one, Champ! 🔥

Another month of calls, dispatches, and teamwork behind the scenes. Our July numbers tell the story of the work our telecommunicators handle every day—24/7/365.

Here’s the snapshot.

🎉 PROBATION COMPLETE! 🚒🔥

Help us congratulate Firefighter Logan Lorimer on officially completing his probationary period with DeSoto Fire Rescue!

Logan has put in the work, gained valuable experience, and reached that milestone. We’re proud to celebrate this accomplishment with him and look forward to watching him continue to grow throughout his career.

Congratulations, Logan! Probation is behind you — now the real work begins!🔥🚒

DeSoto Fire Rescue responded today to a two-alarm structure fire on Spruce Wood in DeSoto.

Firefighters located one individual inside the structure, who was rescued and transported for emergency medical care. The City has since been notified that the individual later passed away.

Fire departments from Lancaster, Cedar Hill, and Duncanville assisted DeSoto Fire Rescue in the response.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones affected by this tragic loss.

🎉 PROBATION COMPLETE! 🎉

Another big week for DeSoto Fire Rescue!

Congratulations to Firefighter Daniel Lopez and Firefighter Cristobal Garza on successfully completing their probationary period!

Completing probation is a major milestone and represents 12 to 18 months of hard work, training, learning, and earning the trust of the crews around you.

We’re proud to have both of you as part of the DeSoto Fire Rescue family. Keep working, keep learning, and keep raising the standard!

Congratulations, FF Lopez and FF Garza! 🚒🔥

Here we go again!

Proud to be deploying with TIFMAS for another wildland assignment. This time, we’re teaming up with our neighbors at Red Oak Fire Rescue and utilizing two of their Firefighters to staff our Type 6 brush truck and head out to help wherever we’re needed.

This is what the fire service is all about, departments working together, taking care of each other, and answering the call when communities across Texas need help.

Prayers for safe travels, a safe assignment, and for all of the firefighters and resources working across the state. Ready to get to work! 🔥🚒🌲

🎉 Congratulations, FF London! 🚒

Please join us in congratulating FF London on successfully completing his probationary period and officially receiving his Shield Crest!

Completing probation is a significant milestone that reflects dedication, hard work, and a commitment to the standards of DeSoto Fire Rescue. Receiving your Shield Crest symbolizes earning your place among the members of our department.

Congratulations, FF London, on this well-deserved achievement. We are proud to have you on the team and look forward to watching your career continue to grow.

🎉 Congratulations to Our New Paramedics! 🚑🎓

Please join us in congratulating four of our DeSoto Fire Rescue firefighters on graduating from Paramedic School!

Congratulations to FF McGuffin – Class Valedictorian, FF London, FF Sir Louis, FF Garza. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving others have led them to this incredible achievement. We are especially proud of FF McGuffin for graduating as the class Valedictorian—an outstanding accomplishment that reflects exceptional dedication and excellence.

Congratulations to all four of you! We are proud to have you representing DeSoto Fire Rescue. 🚒👏

This week, Captain Steve Browning and Engineer Daniel Kennedy proudly represented DeSoto Fire Rescue at the Firefighter Olympics Disc Golf competition.

Captain Browning brought home two gold medals, earning first place in both the singles and doubles events!

Congratulations to Captain Browning on an outstanding performance! Thank you to both Captain Browning and Engineer Kennedy for representing DeSoto Fire Rescue with excellence. We’re proud of you both!

A Heat Advisory remains in effect across much of North Texas through 8 PM tonight with heat index values up to 109 expected.

Heat Advisories may be extended through the remainder of the week and weekend.

The hot and dry weather is forecast to continue through early next week.