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Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
Do you need a place to get out of the cold?
TDEM has compiled a list of warming centers opened by local officials here: tdem.texas.gov/warm
#txwx
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
Freezing rain and icy conditions are affecting a large part of the state today and more is coming. If you can, please stay home and off the roads but if you must drive: slow down, pay attention and check conditions at drivetexas.org
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
🥶 Winter Storm Warning?!
If you're looking for ways to stay warm, remember these fire safety tips before using a space heater. bit.ly/space-heater-safety
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
Icy branches weigh 30x more.
That causes major damage if they break.
Winter storm tips:
❄️ : bit.ly/winter-storms-prep
🚘 : bit.ly/winter-driving-safety…
♨️ : bit.ly/space-heater-safety
🔌 : bit.ly/generator-tips
🚨 : bit.ly/avoid-carbon-monoxide…
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
Travel conditions can be treacherous, even on roadways that have been treated. It's best not to travel if you don't have to over the next few days. If you absolutely must, check DriveTexas.org for road conditions. #ATXtraffic
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
#HeyTexas! #ice accumulation forecast from @NWSSouthern Pay attention to road conditions. ✔️@TxDOT & drivetexas.org #WatchYourIce #AreYouReady #IHaveAPlan
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
It’s almost hurricane season. @NWSSanAntonio shares trends in hurricane activity and what to expect. #HurricanePreparednessWeek #HurricanePrep bit.ly/YouTube-hurricane-pre…
ALT What makes a hurricane?
Our offices will be closed this coming Monday, October 12 for Columbus Day. Online services will remain available.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
In the wake of #HurricaneLaura, Texans who have encountered price gouging, fly-by-night door-to-door contractors or other disaster scams should call our toll-free complaint line📱(800) 621-0508.
Learn more about post-emergency scams by visiting ➡️ texasattorneygeneral.gov/con…
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
🌀 Have insurance questions or need help filing a claim? Call our Help Line 1-800-252-3439 or check out our storm recovery page bit.ly/TDI-help. #txwx #HurricaneLaura
Austin, Crowley, and Pharr regional exams are scheduled for May 19. THERE IS LIMITED SEATING.
The next Austin regional exam will be June 4. This is IN ADDITION to the regularly scheduled date of June 16.
Need more info? Email: [email protected]
Which certifications would you like TCFP to offer? Please take this one-question survey to give us your opinion!
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FIDO Admins: we've added a new substance to our exposures section of the injury reporting app in FIDO. Report everything else exactly the same as before. Questions? Email: [email protected]
Governor Abbott has temporarily suspended two of our rules which may help some FDs get extra boots on the ground during this crisis. Please see our website or our Facebook page facebook.com/TCFPinfo/ for more detailed info.
We are suspending the processing of postal mail until April 6th. Any mailed-in applications will not be processed until we are able to return to our office and resume normal daily operations. You may still submit online applications as usual. Email us: [email protected]
Our virtual office remains open, and all staff are available to assist you with your certification, testing, compliance, injury reporting needs. (And everything else we do, too!)
Our firewall will be getting refreshed, and network communications will be up and down for periods of time during this scheduled maintenance period. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
What you need to know about #2019nCoV in one short video.
#FactsNotFear #2019-nCoV youtube.com/watch?v=mOV1aBVY…
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) retweeted
Need help with your Assistance to #Firefighters Grants application? Check out our webinar session TODAY, 2pm, EST! Our #Grants help build resilient communities, save lives! Click on the link below to join! fema.connectsolutions.com/af…
#TipTuesday #FireDepartments #EMS
