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  • New virus relief policies to protect firefighters not available at all Valley cities Play Video

    April 14, 2020 7:37 PM

    WESLACO - A new policy in Mission protects employees if they get infected with the coronavirus. On Monday night, Mission city council asked the city manager to draft an administrative leave policy for any work-related COVID-19 incident that will cover all city employees, including first responders. City officials... more »
  • At least 4 homes damaged in La Feria fire Play Video

    March 26, 2020 5:17 PM

    LA FERIA – Emergency responders in La Feria and Harlingen rushed to save homes after a fire broke out. The windy and dry conditions made matters worse. It happened near South Solis Road and 4th Street where officials are currently monitoring hotspots. Cameron County Fire Marshal Juan Martinez... more »
  • No injuries reported in Pharr house fire, officials investigate Play Video

    March 11, 2020 6:14 PM

    PHARR – A house fire in Pharr on Wednesday afternoon is under investigation. It happened at a residence near Fir Street and Polk Avenue. Pharr firefighters put out the fire in just a few minutes. Lt. Felipe Pedraza told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the fire started in a room... more »
  • Firefighters battle multiple blazes in Mid-Valley Play Video

    February 27, 2020 5:22 PM

    DONNA – A busy day for firefighters in the Mid-Valley. Three fires erupted Thursday in the Donna area. Foul play is not suspected in the first blaze, which destroyed about 60 hay bales and tractor tires, according to investigators. It broke out between North Alamo and Donna. Watch... more »
  • Possible grease fire at Donna mobile home under investigation Play Video

    February 25, 2020 6:24 PM

    DONNA – A possible grease fire destroyed a mobile home in Donna. A woman and her children were inside at the time and get out safely. Susana Perez says she and her three children rushed out of their home Monday night when they realized their stove was on fire.... more »
  • Mission firefighters wait for approval to use oxygen masks to aid animals in emergencies Play Video

    February 4, 2020 4:18 PM

    MISSION – Mission firefighters will soon be able to offer first aid to pets. Four bags filled with equipment for animals were recently donated. The donations came after Mission firefighters were seen on a reality TV show pulling dogs from a burning house. They had to use their own... more »
  • Fire at Retirement Community in McAllen Possibly Caused by Cigarettes

    January 14, 2020 6:59 PM

    MCALLEN - Fire investigators say a fire at a retirement community in McAllen was possibly caused by cigarettes not properly put out. The fire broke out Saturday afternoon on the 2100 block of South Cynthia, damaging two units. Investigators are calling it an accident. Four people were... more »
  • Cause of Fruit Stand Fire in Progreso Remains Unknown Play Video

    December 18, 2019 4:58 PM

    PROGRESO - The cause of a fruit stand fire in Progreso remains unknown at the moment. Public Safety officials say nobody was injured. The owner was inside the building, but made it out safely. Firefighters from Weslaco, Mercedes, Donna and Alamo assisted in putting out the fire. more »
  • Fire Investigators Finding Cause of Mission Landfill Blaze Play Video

    December 17, 2019 6:28 PM

    MISSION – A fire broke out at the city sanitation landfill in Mission. Fire investigators are working to figure out how it started. The fire could be seen off Expressway 83 and South Conway Avenue. At the moment, firefighters are making sure the fire doesn’t reignite. Fire officials... more »
  • Crews Working to Contain Brush Fire near Linn-San Manuel Play Video

    December 16, 2019 9:55 PM

    LINN-SAN MANUEL – Dry air and strong winds is hampering firefighters working to put out a brush fire north of Edinburg. Strong winds are making it difficult for crews to fight the fire near 281, about nine miles north of Linn-San Manuel. Officials say the fire is not... more »
  • A Sacrifice: Valley First Responders Working Holidays Play Video

    November 28, 2019 5:53 PM

    EDINBURG – The work never stops for the men and women wearing badges during the holidays. For some first responders, it’s their first Thanksgiving away from their loved ones. “So I will not be spending it with him, but it’s part of the job. I mean, we protect... more »
  • Denied Workers' Compensation Claims Explained Play Video

    November 12, 2019 10:31 PM

    MISSION – Some Mission firefighters are facing cancer battles. One took his fight to lawmakers and managed to change workmans' compensation laws. First responders who get cancer can file claims. The trend shows they'll more than likely be initially denied. Last week, CHANNEL 5 NEWS heard from Mission... more »
  • Mission Firefighters: The Fight for Life Play Video

    November 5, 2019 10:39 PM

    MISSION – Firefighters tasked with protecting the community were left helpless when they received a cancer diagnosis. Some lost their fight. Others were set on a path that would change their lives and the law forever. In just a few years, the Mission Fire Department went from one... more »
  • Faulty Hydrant a Factor in Donna Blaze, Leaves Family Homeless Play Video

    July 9, 2019 5:45 PM

    DONNA – A Rio Grande Valley family is homeless after their home was burned to the ground. A fire hydrant was only a couple of feet away from the house in Donna, but when firefighters needed water – nothing came out. The hydrant was closed. The Donna... more »
  • Fire Crews Monitor Hotspots after Sebastian Home Engulfed in Flames Play Video

    June 28, 2019 12:06 PM

    SEBASTIAN – Firefighters are on the scene of a house fire in Sebastian that started a few hours ago. It happened just off Garcia Street where a fire broke out and completely destroyed the home. Firefighters received the call just before 10 a.m. Friday. Crews from Lyford,... more »
  • Fire Under Control at Willacy Co. Prison Play Video

    June 4, 2019 1:02 PM

    RAYMONDVILLE – Emergency crews responded to a fire at a Rio Grande Valley prison. Willacy County Sheriff Larry Spence confirms there was a fire at the federal prison earlier Tuesday. He said he doesn’t know the extent of the damage. CHANNEL 5 NEWS has a crew heading... more »
  • Firefighters Await Cancer Protection Bill to be Signed Play Video

    May 30, 2019 7:18 PM

    MISSION - Firefighters in Texas are waiting for a bill to be signed by the governor that will help those who get cancer on the job. A Mission firefighter and a Rio Grande Valley senator teamed-up to help protect first-responders fighting for their lives. Homer Salinas is proud... more »
  • Emergency Crews Respond to Pallet Fire in Donna on FM 493 Play Video

    April 30, 2019 9:02 AM

    DONNA – Firefighters responded to a fire on property used for pallet storage in Donna. Emergency crews from Alamo, Elsa, Donna and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office were on the scene Tuesday morning. Hidalgo County sheriff deputies say the call came in just after 8 a.m. No injuries... more »
  • McAllen Suing to Stop Death Benefits to Firefighter's Descendants Play Video

    February 19, 2019 8:54 PM

    MCALLEN – A widow is fighting to keep her husband's death benefits. She says he previously worked as a firefighter and died of cancer in 2012. The benefits were awarded to her, but she says the City of McAllen wants to stop them. Robert Torres served as... more »
  • Fire Breaks Out at Drive-Thru in Weslaco Play Video

    December 20, 2018 2:40 PM

    WESLACO – Firefighters and police responded to a fire that broke out at a Weslaco drive-thru. It happened at Business 83 and Bridge Avenue on Thursday morning. The storage area outside of the drive-thru went up in flames. The cause is still unknown. more »
  • 2 Firefighters Being Treated for Heat Exhaustion Play Video

    July 24, 2018 6:14 PM

    PENITAS – Two Penitas firefighters were admitted to the hospital Tuesday afternoon for heat exhaustion. City Manager Omar Romero says the firefighters were working traffic control when they fell ill. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, weakness, pale and clammy skin, nausea and weak pulse. Seek medical attention if... more »
  • Firefighters Describe Scene of Fatal Fire in Mission Play Video

    July 23, 2018 3:57 PM

    MISSION – A house fire that killed three people in Mission is currently under investigation. The Alton Fire Department responded to the scene Sunday and pulled out several people from the home. KRGV’s Cecilia Gutierrez spoke with the first responders who battled the blaze and described the scene as chaotic.... more »
  • Alamo Firefighter Recovering after Battling House Fire Play Video

    July 6, 2018 8:53 PM

    ALAMO – An Alamo firefighter is recovering after battling a house fire Friday afternoon. He had trouble breathing after entering the home which was filled with smoke. Investigators say the homeowner tried fighting the fire himself. Firefighters arrived in time to keep the house from burning down. The cause of... more »
  • Fire Officials Say Hydration is Key during Hot Temperatures Play Video

    June 11, 2018 6:48 PM

    EDINBURG – Firefighters continue to face triple-digit temperatures outside and at the workplace. CHANNEL 5 NEWS wanted to find out how they keep protected from the heat while responding to calls. Edinburg Deputy Fire Chief Ubaldo Perez says hydration is key. He says breaks when working a blaze also helps... more »
  • City Leaders in Edinburg Looking to Staff More Firefighters

    April 16, 2018 5:40 PM

    EDINBURG – Edinburg city leaders are looking to hire more firefighters. Recruiters will be testing applicants at the Edinburg Activity Center located on East Palm Dr. on Monday, May 14th. Applications will be available at city hall during business hours and online until April 27th. Watch the video above for... more »
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