Travis County Emergency Services

Official page of Travis County Emergency Services - Emergency Management, Fire Marshal, Medical Examiner, STAR Flight, Clinical Performance & Education

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Travis County offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

Join us in honoring the veterans who have served our country and recognizing their dedication and sacrifice. Thank you for your service! ❤️

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🚗 ❄️ With cooler temps, your car’s tire lights are probably on…

Now’s a great time to get it winter ready:

✅ Check tire pressure and tread
✅ Test battery
✅ Inspect brakes and lights
✅ Check antifreeze and fluid levels
✅ Pack an emergency kit

#PrepareTravisCounty

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🌧️ Travis County, be weather aware! Rain is expected Saturday - Monday (11/7–11/9), with a risk of flooding.

✅ Sign up for alerts: https://t.co/OQ7Pg4ZBOb
✅ Avoid flooded roads/low-water crossings.
✅ Use caution on wet roads.
✅ Check road conditions: https://t.co/8mqdYcqXQX

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The Austin Championship takes place 11/9-11/15 at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. ⛳

If you live nearby, look out for officers directing traffic!

If you’re going, utilize shuttles. Parking on residential streets is NOT allowed!

More information: https://t.co/AlxMCzablP

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⚠️ November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month! CO is an invisible, odorless gas that can be deadly. Protect your household:

✅ Install CO alarms near sleeping areas
✅ Never use generators/grills indoors
✅ Know the warning signs: headache, dizziness, & nausea

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😴 It’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week!
Driving while tired slows reaction time and affects judgment.

🚗 Get enough sleep
🛑 Take breaks during long trips
👥 Share driving responsibilities when possible
😴 If you're sleepy, pull over somewhere safe and rest

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🔥 The burn ban is lifted! Outdoor burning is allowed, but use caution.

✅ Check weather conditions; avoid windy or dry days
✅ Keep fires small and manageable
✅ Never leave fires unattended
✅ Keep water and fire extinguishers nearby
✅ Fully extinguish fires when finished

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🌙 BE ALERT. BE VISIBLE. BE SAFE! 🚶
With the time change, it gets dark earlier.

🚶 Walking or biking?
-Wear bright or reflective clothing.
-Use a flashlight/bike light.
-Cross at designated crosswalks.

🚗 Driving?
-Slow down and watch for pedestrians.
-Do not text and drive.

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🍂 REMINDER: Daylight Saving Time ends tonight! ⏰
Don't forget to turn your clocks BACK ONE HOUR before bed.

An extra hour of sleep is nice, but the time change can disrupt sleep patterns, routines, and alertness. With earlier sunsets, remember to take extra precautions.

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👻🍬🍫 Are you going trick-or-treating tonight?
Remind your kids and teens of all ages:

🎃 Don't enter strangers' homes or cars
🎃 Use a buddy system
🎃 Stick with well-lit, familiar areas
🎃 Always use sidewalks and look both ways before crossing
🎃 Bring a flashlight

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🎃🚗 Drivers, stay alert this Halloween! Kids are twice as likely to be killed by a car on Halloween than any other day.

👀 Slow down
📱 Put phones away
🚸 Watch for kids at intersections & curbs
🚙 Enter/exit driveways slowly

Be extra alert from 5:30–9:30 p.m.

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🚒🚓🚑 Today (10/28) is #NationalFirstRespondersDay!

From our Travis County @STAR_Flight_TC to the @TravisCoSheriff, Emergency Services Districts, @ATCEMS and Emergency Services Department personnel, we're grateful for your sacrifice and dedication to our community! ❤️

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🔥 BURN BAN REMAINS IN EFFECT (10/27)🔥

Conditions remain dry, especially in eastern Travis County. Please avoid outdoor burning to prevent wildfires.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe!

[Travis County Emergency Services @TravisCountyES]

🗓️ October is Crime Prevention Month! Take steps that make a difference in your safety.

🔒 Always keep your doors, windows, & vehicles locked
💡 Keep outdoor areas well-lit
📦 Bring delivered packages in right away
👀 See something, say something!

#PrepareTravisCounty

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🏎️ The F1 weekend at COTA is here! If you’re checking out the races or music, plan ahead.

• Plan your route and parking
• Stay hydrated
• Keep your phone charged
• Share your location with friends/family
• Download the free what3words app in case of an emergency

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🌳🔥 We need YOUR help to prevent wildfires! A burn ban is still in effect for Travis County.

- Do not burn trash, brush, or debris.
- Keep grills away from dry grass.

Stay vigilant!
#PrepareTravisCounty

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🚌 It’s National School Bus Safety Week!
🚗 Stop for school buses with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm.
🧒Stay alert and wait for the bus to stop before approaching.
Slow down. Stay alert. Protect our students!
#PrepareTravisCounty

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💊 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop off unwanted prescription, over-the-counter and pet meds at any of the 5 Travis County Constable precincts for free, anonymous disposal. 🚫 No sharps accepted. #TakeBackDay

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💨🔥 Strong winds + dry conditions = Extra fire danger!

A wind advisory is in effect today (10/16). Strong winds can spread wildfires quickly.

🚫 No outdoor burning.
🚗Avoid parking on dry grass.
🔗Secure trailer chains.

One spark can start a wildfire!

#PrepareTravisCounty

[Travis County Emergency Services @TravisCountyES]

🔥 Travis County is still under a burn ban! Even a small spark can grow into a devastating wildfire.

❌ No brush or trash burning
🚘 Do not park on dry grass
🔗 Secure trailer chains
🍔 Use caution with grills/outdoor equipment

Every action counts: https://t.co/4mD09B3vG4