Cory Ausenbaugh Memorial Run Registration Form Oct 9th

Denton Counties... Link to information here..
Burn ban in Denton County until further notice

Burn Ban For Collin County...

Effective Wednesday, September 1, 2010, Collin County will be under a Court Ordered Burn Ban for unincorporated areas of Collin County for a period of 90 days or such time conditions exist allowing the ban to be lifted or extended.

Prosper Fire Department Strategic Plan 2008-2013 posted...

November 26, 2008 - The Prosper Fire Department Strategic Plan 2008-2013 has now been posted to the documents section of the web site. Click here for a shortcut to it.

Prosper Fire Department Open House: Saturday Nov. 8, 11AM-4PM...

October 29, 2008 - Come and visit the Fire Station and meet the Firefighters of Prosper from 11am-4pm on Saturday November 8th, 2008. There will be food, live demonstrations, games and more.

Burn Ban Lifted For Collin & Denton Counties...

August 21, 2008 - Due to recent rainfall and the Texas Forest Service indicating that Collin & Denton County currently range in the very low portion of the Drought Index, the burn ban has been lifted.

Burn Ban Issued For Collin County...

July 22, 2008 - A 90 day burn ban has been issued for Collin County. This burn ban is being enforced within the Town of Prosper and it's ETJ. This ban prohibits all outdoor burning until further notice. Expect an increase in winds over the next few days due to the effects of Hurricane Dolly in the Golf Coast Region. The increase in winds will unfortunately not be accompanied by much if any precipitation, thus increasing the fire danger.

Fireworks Prohibited Within The Town of Prosper And The ETJ...

July 3, 2008 - As a reminder fireworks are prohibited within the Town of Prosper and the ETJ (extra territorial jurisdiction). This includes, but is not limited to, any property from Custer Rd west to FM1385 and from US380 north to Frontier Parkway. For further details see the Prosper Fire Department Press Release, dated July 1, 2008.

Town of Prosper Ordinance 00-13, adopted in April 2000 states; "It shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, assemble, store, transport, receive, keep, sell, offer or have in their possession with the intent to sell, use, discharge, cause to be discharged, ignite, detonate fire or otherwise set in action any fireworks of any description."

Prosper Fire Written & Physical Entrance Testing Complete...

June 29, 2008 - The Prosper Fire Department has now completed the Written and Physical portions of its new applicant entrance testing. Those who were issued background information packets should have those turned in by the end of the day Tuesday July 1, 2008. Thanks to all who applied, and congratulations to those who made it to the Physical portion of the testing process.

Prosper Fire Department Application Deadline Has Passed...

June 23, 2008 - The Prosper Fire Department is no longer accepting applications. The deadline for applications expired at 5:00PM local time today. For those who submitted applications prior to the deadline; you can get details on Entrance Testing including the dates for practice linked here.

Prosper Fire Department Is Accepting Applications...

June 12, 2008 - The Prosper Fire Department is now accepting applications for 6 Firefighter/Paramedic positions. Deadline for application submission is June 23, 2008 at 5:00PM. For further information including requirements and benefits click here. For a link to the application click here.

Burn Ban Lifted For Collin County...

March 25, 2008 - Due to recent rainfall and the Texas Forest Service indicating that Collin County currently ranges in the very low portion of the Drought index, the burn ban has been lifted.

Burn Ban Issued For Collin County...

February 4, 2008 - Due to imminent threat of severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property resulting from threat of wildfires a Burn Ban and a Disaster Declaration has been issued for Collin County by authority of Acting County Judge, Phyllis Cole.

Additionally an Executive Order has been issued prohibiting the use of combustible materials in an outdoor environment, including but not limited to the use and discharge of all fireworks, aerial and non-aerial, discarding of cigarettes, cigars or other flammable materials, materials used in activities such as welding or activity that could result in a fire. Where welding, cutting, open torches and other hot work operations and equipment used in an outdoor environment, Chapter 26 of the International Fire Code shall be complied with.

The burn ban includes all types of burning, such as ground fires, campfires and bon fires. Violation is a Class C misdemeanor.

Friends of Careflite Award...

November 8, 2007 - The Friends of Careflite Award was presented to the Prosper Fire Department on November 8, 2007. This award is presented annually by Careflite to a Fire Department and a Hospital that supports Careflite's mission to provide safe, quality, cost effective medical transports to patients in North Texas. Prosper Fire was chosen for its support of Careflite during its 911/EMS ground operations in the Celina Fire District for the past year.

Extrication Training...

September 5, 2007 - Training this week consisted of vehicular extrication and the EMS operations specific to it. Our vehicular extrication training program is continually being updated with the newest techniques and procedures. Changes in vehicle construction including the use of harder metals and composites makes each vehicle extrication different from the last. This along with the ever changing placement and increased use of safety devices throughout the vehicle means each extrication has to be done quickly but with caution to ensure the safety of the passengers and emergency personnel.

Structure Fire...

August 13, 2007 - At 6:51 AM today Prosper Fire responded to a call of a reported structure fire on W First St. Prior to arrival on scene the Prosper Police Department confirmed flames and smoke showing from the residence. Prosper Fire responded with Engine 1, Engine 2, Medic 1, Brush 1, Chief 1, and Fire Marshal 1. Do to the scene being outside of the area currently covered by fire hydrants mutual aid was received from Frisco's Engine 604 and Little Elm's Engine 1 & Engine 3 for water shuttling operations. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

National Night Out...

August 7, 2007 - National Night Out is a community based event to promote crime/drug prevention. National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and cosponsored locally by the Prosper Fire and Police Departments.

Station Logo...

May 17th, 2007 - "A" Shift Firefighter/Paramedic Jason Graham completed painting the new station logo on the apparatus room wall. The department logo was designed by department personnel with inspiration and motivation provided by Firefighter/Paramedic Scott Himes. The Town's Code Enforcement Officer David Ledwitz, donated a United States flag and a member of the fire department donated a Texas flag to flank Graham's art work.

Prosper CERT established...

June 1st, 2006 - The Prosper Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is sponsored by the Prosper Fire Department. CERT consists of citizens trained to handle emergencies in the community when Fire Department personnel are not immediately available. CERT also assists the Fire Department on a limited basis as needed throughout the year. Follow the CERT link on the left for more information.

Storm Sirens...

May 1st, 2006 - The Town of Prosper has completed the installation and testing of an outdoor storm warning siren system that is comprised of five new early warning sirens. The early warning sirens will be used to alert residents of potential dangers such as the approach of a tornado. Please follow the "storm siren" link on the left for more information.

Structure Fire...

September 9th, 2005 - Prosper Medic 2, Prosper Engine 1, Prosper Engine 2, Frisco Truck 601, Frisco Engine 601 and Celina Engine 2 were summoned to the 1500 block of Winding Creek for a residential structure fire. A coordinated effort of the responding units extinguished the fire.

Fill The Boot For Katrina Victims...

September 9th, 2005 - On Thursday and Friday the Prosper Fire Department, Prosper Professional Firefighters Association, Prosper Police Department, Prosper Police Association, Town Staff and volunteers conducted a "Fill the Boot" campaign to benefit residents of the Gulf Coast Region who have been displaced by Hurricane Katrina. The effort raised in excess of $6500 which was forwarded to the Red Cross. We would like to thank everyone who donated for their generosity. Continued contributions can be made by contacting the American Red Cross at http://www.redcross.org or at 1-800-HELP-NOW (1-800-435-7669).

Structure Fire...

August 5th, 2005 - Prosper Engine 1, Frisco Engine 601, and McKinney Engine 5 responded to a residential structure fire in the 2800 block of Meadow Ridge. Arriving fire fighters found a two story residence heavily involved in fire. Mounting an aggressive fire attack, responding crews extinguished the blaze.

Trench Rescue...

August 2nd, 2005 - Prosper Medic 1, Prosper Engine 1, Frisco Truck 601 and Frisco Special Ops 601 were summoned to a construction accident. Arriving units found an injured worker approximately 30 feet below grade. A combined effort of the responding units safely extricated the worker from the pit. An air ambulance transported the injured worker to a trauma center for further medical treatment.

New Station Opens...

July 19th, 2004 - After years of planning and anticipation Prosper has a new Central Fire Station. Crews began responding from the new 11,000 square foot facility today. The new station features 4 pull through bays that can accommodate eight fire trucks, sleeping quarters for ten fire fighters, four administrative offices, a dining room, kitchen, day room, and a conference room. The new station replaces an aging "Fire Hall" that was built by members of the department when the department was all volunteer.

Medic 1 & Engine 1 - Major Accident...

October, 2004 - Prosper Medic 1 and Engine 1 responded along with Frisco Special Ops 601 to CR 84 to assist the Celina Fire Department with a major accident. A combined effort of the responding units resulted in stabilization of the over-turned vehicle and successful extrication of the driver, who sustained minor injuries.

CareFlite Assists Prosper Fire - Rescue CareFlite Assists At Medical Emergency...

January 22nd, 2004 - CareFlite is summoned to assist Prosper Medic 1 and Engine 1 while responding to a medical emergency. CareFlite was used to facilitate a rapid transport to the hospital of a critically ill patient. The Prosper Fire Department utilizes CareFlite, Skymed, and Lifestar the three local air-ambulance services in many different situations. Primarily an air ambulance is used to transport a trauma patient in critical condition to one of the regional trauma centers in Dallas. The air ambulance is the fastest method to provide a patient access to dedicated trauma services due to their distance from Prosper. Air ambulances are also called upon during medical emergencies based on a number of factors including patient status, time of day, and expected transport time by ground. At 7 AM on a weekday morning it may be faster to use an air ambulance to transport a patient to a hospital in Dallas than for a patient to be transported by ground to a local hospital.

New Station Ground Breaking...

January 22nd, 2004 - After months of planning, meetings, and bid reviews we formally began the process of constructing a new Central Fire Station. Despite cold and damp conditions there was a large turn out at our ground breaking ceremony.

ISO Rating Lowered...

April, 2003 - After conducting an audit of the Prosper Fire Department and Town facilities the ISO (Insurance Services Office, Inc. - www.iso.com ) has lowered the Town's rating by one full point. Low ISO ratings equate to lower home insurance rates for the citizen's of Prosper. The lowered rating is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of the members of the Prosper Fire Department. The Department is committed to providing the best possible service to the citizen's of Prosper. Click here to read the letter that the department received from ISO.

New Fire Station...

April, 2003 - The planning and development phase of the department's new fire station project is well under way. Above you can see a architectural rendition of the new station. The new station will provide adequate space for all of our apparatus as well as office space and living quarters for personnel. The new station will be located at 1500 East First Street, just west of the newest water tower at County Road 78 and East First Street.

Engine 1 New Engine Arrives...

March 2003 - Prosper Fire Department's new Pierce Enforcer Engine arrives in Texas. The 2003 Custom Class A Pumper will add significant capabilities to the department's fire suppression arsenal. The new apparatus is equipped with a Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) that will give fire fighters significant advantages in battling certain types of fires. The new engine is currently under going a make ready process at the manufacturer's facility in Denton.

Ambulance Service Begins...

October 1st, 2002 - Our new ambulances have passed the rigors of inspection by the Texas Department of Health and went into service at midnight on October 1st, 2002. With the addition of 3 new fire fighter / paramedics the ambulance will be staffed 24 hours a day with two fire fighter / paramedics. Prosper Fire - Rescue is now providing ambulance service for the Town of Prosper, City of Celina, and virtually all unincorporated areas of Collin County north of US Hwy 380 and west of FM 2478. The two fire fighter / paramedics on duty at all times will bring the level of advanced medical care closer to the citizens that we serve that were previously served by the Frisco Fire Department. When the primary ambulance is dispatched on a call, volunteer fire fighter / paramedics will staff our second ambulance in the event of a second call.

Paid 24 Hour Staffing Begins...

May 25, 2002 - The Prosper Fire Department has taken the first step toward becoming a fully paid fire department with the addition of the third full time fire fighter / paramedic. Staffing during the past 18 months has been 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm, with the additional fire fighter paramedic staffing will be continuous, 24 hours per day. The fire fighter will staff the Prosper fire station 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. The fire fighters duties will primarily be to keep all of the department's equipment ready for action. While the department will still rely heavily on the volunteer members for emergency response, the paid personnel will be able to ensure that the day to day functions of the department are met. In the near future additional personnel will be added to staff an ambulance with two fire fighter / paramedics at all times.