Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department

 

Facts about the Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department (HLVFD).

  • An all-volunteer fire department
  • Serves the Holly Lake Ranch and surrounding community in East Texas since 1971 covering 58 square miles.
  • Provides fire and rescue services and basic first aid.
  • Champion EMS Station
  • 501(c)(3) Corporation
  • ISO-assigned Property Protection Class (PPC) "5" that reduces homeowners insurance to all structures within 5 miles of the HLVFD station.

126 PR 7869 Hawkins, TX 75765

Coverage Area

coverage map

Mission Statement: To serve our community by providing residents with the best fire, medical, and rescue services.

 

 

Dial 911 in case of Emergency

 

Holly Lake VFD

    

 

Hook & Ladder

Tuesday, April 13, 2021

6:30 pm

at the HLVFD Fire Hall

Due to COVID restrictions, dinner will be provided

Enjoy a brief program

and support your Fire Department

 

 

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suspended indefinitely

we will notify you when it starts again

 

 

Next Waffle Breakfast

 

TBD

 

All you can eat only $5

includes waffle with all the toppings and sausage

coffee and orange juice

 

 

            Spring Ahead

          Fire Safety Tips  

The snow has melted, the rain and wind is subsiding, the trees are budding, and the plants are blooming. Spring is arriving and your thoughts may be turning to that dreaded ritual of spring cleaning. With it comes a timely reminder to keep your home safe from the threat of fire. In an effort to make this spring cleanup a fire-safe one, keep in mind these safety tips:

  • Clean your garage of stored newspapers or other rubbish that can fuel a fire.
  • Test your smoke alarms monthly and change the batteries every six months.
  • Keep outdoor debris or dead vegetation away from the house.
  • Properly dispose of oily or greasy rags. If they must be stored, keep them in a labeled, sealed, metal container.
  • If you store gasoline, keep it outside in a shed or detached garage. Keep only small quantities in a tightly sealed container.
  • Use your barbecue grill  outside only and place in a safe area away from the home away from air conditiong units or places with high/dead vegetation.
  • Check your propane barbecue grill hose for leaks and cracks; never store propane indoors. 

             Be safe and stay healthy.

  

    

Below are 2020 Award Recipients

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Corey Ervin  –  Firefighter of the Year Award

Al Murfin  –  Distinguished Service Award

Aaron Aasgaard  –  Top Hand Award

Cheryl Thomas  –  Officer of the Year Award

 

Please join us in congratulating these very dedicated firefighters.

 

 

 

Homeowners Insurance Reduced Within 5 Miles of HLVFD Station

front pageThe Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department (HLVFD) was assigned a Property Protection Class (PPC) “5” that applies to all structures within 5 miles of the HLVFD station. This is a PPC that is usually reserved for fire departments that have access to a municipal water hydrant system with viable water hydrants at least every 1,000 feet. The HLVFD was able to demonstrate that they (and the neighboring automatic mutual aid fire departments) could meet the required water flow by using water tank trucks and approved dry hydrants and suction points on the local spring-fed lakes to refill the trucks in addition to the actual water hydrants available. front page old fleetThis results in an approved alternative water supply to provide water for structure fires and lower insurance rates. Make sure your insurance agent is aware of your PPC to get the best rate. This Letter from the State   confirming our PPC may be useful with your insurance company.

Fire Hall Rental

As a resident of the Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department service area, you may rent the fire hall for various organizations/activities. For specifics, check out the Rental Agreement . Contact the department if you have questions.

Funding

The Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department is funded by Wood County Emergency Service District No. 1 (ESD #1), federal grants, and public and private donations.

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Become a Holly Lake
Volunteer Firefighter

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter with the Holly Lake Volunteer Fire Department:

Come to a meeting on the first or third Tuesday.

Meet the firefighters and receive an application.

 

or

download an application.

(Print BOTH pages)

Page 1

Page 2

 

and bring them to a meeting.

 

HLVFD Member Requirements

  • Be between the age of 18 and 65 years
  • Be physically and mentally fit to meet the demands of the department
  • Have a valid Texas driver’s license and a clean driving record
  • Cannot have a felony
  • Able to meet time commitments
  • Attend training meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 6:30pm and last Saturday