Emergency Fire Response
Structure fires, vehicle accidents, brush fires, and hazardous material incidents — our volunteer firefighters respond quickly to protect lives and property across the county.
Volunteer-Powered · Gail, Texas
Ready When You Need Us —
Ready When You Need Us —
Day, Night, and Everything In Between
Borden County's own volunteer fire department keeps our community safe with rapid emergency response, hands-on fire prevention education, and year-round readiness — all powered by neighbors who care.
24/7
Emergency Coverage
100%
Volunteer Staff
BC
County-Wide Response
What We Do
Services Built Around
Services Built Around
Community Safety
From emergency calls to classroom visits, we offer the full range of fire and rescue services to keep Borden County protected.
Emergency Medical Services
First response medical care while ambulances are en route. Our trained volunteers provide critical first aid, CPR, and stabilization at the scene.
Fire Prevention & Inspections
Residential and commercial fire safety inspections, smoke detector checks, and code guidance to help prevent fires before they start.
Community Education
School visits, station tours, fire safety workshops, and hands-on demonstrations for students, families, and community groups throughout Borden County.
Search & Rescue
Wildland search operations, vehicle extrication, and coordinated rescue efforts across rural Borden County terrain with specialized equipment and training.
Community Preparedness
Disaster preparedness planning, emergency drills, and resource coordination to help our community stay ready for whatever comes next.
About Us
Neighbors Protecting Neighbors
The Borden County Volunteer Fire Department is made up of dedicated volunteers who live, work, and raise families right here in Gail. When the call comes in, they drop everything — because this isn't a job, it's a commitment to the people next door.
Serving the entire county from our station at 224 W Searcy Ave, our team responds to emergencies around the clock. We train continuously, maintain our equipment, and invest in community programs that prevent disasters before they happen.
Volunteer-driven & community-rooted
Continuously trained & certified
County-wide emergency coverage
Free community safety programs
Get Involved
There's a Place for You Here
Whether you want to serve on the front lines, support from behind the scenes, or simply learn more about fire safety — we'd love to connect with you.
Become a Volunteer
No prior firefighting experience required. We provide all the training you need. If you're committed to serving your community, we want to meet you.
Learn how to joinHost a Station Tour
Schools, scout troops, and community groups are welcome. See the rigs, meet the crew, and learn how we keep Borden County safe.
Schedule a visitSupport Our Mission
Donations help us maintain equipment, fund training, and expand community programs. Every contribution makes a real difference in our response capabilities.
Get in touch
Contact Us
We're Here to Help
Whether you have a question, want to schedule a station tour, or are interested in volunteering — reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
