Timber Lakes Volunteer Fire Department

08/30/2026

Always be weather aware!

08/29/2026

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Captain Castillo, a fellow member of our Montgomery County fire service family, following his courageous battle with cancer.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Captain Castillo’s family, friends, and our brothers and sisters in the fire service as they navigate this difficult loss.

Rest in peace, Captain Castillo. Your service and dedication will not be forgotten.

08/29/2026

🔥 Deployment Update 🔥

This week, the Timber Lakes Fire Department deployed Booster 142, staffed by one TLVFD member and one member from Tomball Fire Rescue, to assist with the Ross Wildfire in Palo Pinto County as part of Strike Team 200.

After arriving in Palo Pinto County, the crew went straight to the fire and immediately began working alongside other crews to help control the fire line at the Ross Wildfire.

Currently, several fire departments and agencies from across Montgomery County have personnel and resources deployed throughout Texas, assisting communities impacted by wildfires. Through TIFMAS (Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System), more than 500 assets are currently deployed across the state.

This is truly neighbors helping neighbors and represents what the fire service is all about—coming together to help those in need, wherever that need may be.

We are proud of all the firefighters, departments, and agencies answering the call and working together to keep communities across Texas safe.

Stay safe out there! 🚒🔥

08/14/2026

School is back!

That means more kids will be out and about on our roads during the morning and afternoon hours. Please stay alert, pay close attention to your surroundings, and always obey posted school zone speed limits.

Slow down, stay alert, and help keep our kids safe!

School is back in session!

When you see a school bus slowing down or stopping, don’t just watch the bus; watch the entire area around it. Children may be waiting near the roadway or crossing the street as they board or exit the bus. Slow down, pay attention, and never attempt to pass a stopped school bus when its red lights are flashing and its stop arm is extended.

The illegal passing of school buses puts children, drivers, and everyone on the roadway at risk. A few seconds of patience could save a child’s life.

Put down the phone. Texting and driving are never worth the risk. That message can wait until your vehicle is safely stopped. If your vehicle has hands-free technology, use it, but your attention still belongs on the road.

Be especially alert in school zones. Slow down, plan, watch for children, and eliminate distractions.

The firefighters of Montgomery County see bad things happen to good people every day. The last thing any firefighter wants to do is respond to an emergency involving a school bus full of kids or a child being hit on the road due to a distracted driver.

Be smart. Slow down. Put the phone down. Pay attention. Our children are counting on you.

Your local Fire Department will always answer the call!

08/06/2026

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Did you know that the Timber Lakes Volunteer Fire Department has been proudly serving our community since 1969?

As one of Montgomery County’s long-standing volunteer fire departments, our members have always been committed to meeting the needs of the community, both on the fireground and in medical emergencies.

Here’s a piece of Timber Lakes history: Beginning around 1975 and through about 1983, the Timber Lakes Volunteer Fire Department operated Montgomery County’s first Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) ambulance. At a time when advanced prehospital emergency medicine was still in its infancy, our dedicated volunteers were helping bring lifesaving advanced medical care directly to patients in our community.

For more than five decades, generations of firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and volunteers have answered the call, responding to emergencies with professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to service.

We are proud of our history, grateful to those who built this department, and honored to continue their legacy of serving the Timber Lakes community.

Do you have photos or memories from the early days of the department? We’d love to see them! Share them in the comments below.

07/20/2026

Today, Engine 141 and Battalion 141 responded to two back-to-back residential kitchen appliance fires with the assistance of The Woodlands Fire Department.

In the first incident, the fire was contained to the oven. In the second incident, the fire extended beyond the oven, causing damage to a wall and filling the home with smoke before crews quickly extinguished the fire.

We are thankful to report that there were no injuries in either incident. Thanks to the rapid response of firefighters, damage was limited primarily to cosmetic repairs.

Kitchen fires can spread quickly. Always stay in the kitchen while cooking, keep combustible items away from heat sources, and never use water on a grease fire. If a fire cannot be safely extinguished, get everyone out of the home immediately, close the door behind you if possible, and call 911.

07/15/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Commissioner (Ret.) Jim Waters on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Commissioner Waters faithfully served on the Montgomery County ESD #14 Board of Commissioners for 23 years, from 2002 to 2025. During his tenure, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the District, the Fire Department, and the community, helping guide the growth and success of ESD #14 through decades of dedicated public service.

His leadership, wisdom, and lasting contributions will be remembered by all who had the privilege of serving alongside him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.