New Mountain Fire/Rescue - Upshur County, TX

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New Mountain Fire/Rescue - Upshur County, TX Serving 40 Square Miles of Upshur County between Gilmer and Ore City since 1992. I

Interested in joining our team? at 7PM
Training Meeting: 4th Tues. at 7PM

Apply here: https://forms.gle/ETxunkZBgBZYRh2v6

Business Meeting: 2nd Tues. New Mountain Fire Rescue typically meets on the Second and Fourth Thursday of each month at approximately 7:00 PM. Meeting dates may change based on volunteer availability.

High Fire Danger Expected FridayThe National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Friday, O...
10/15/2026

High Fire Danger Expected Friday

The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Friday, October 16, through late Friday night. A strong cold front will bring gusty north winds up to 30 mph, low relative humidity, and increased fire danger across Northeast Texas. Under these conditions, even a small fire could spread rapidly.

Many counties across our area are currently under burn bans, including Upshur. Morris, Marion, Cass and Harrison Counties. Camp and Gregg counties do not currently have burn bans, but that does not mean outdoor burning is a good idea. Texas outdoor burning regulations also restrict burning during high winds. Regardless of whether your county has a burn ban, please avoid outdoor burning on Friday.

Use extra caution with vehicles, equipment, mowing, welding, dragging chains, and anything that could produce heat or sparks.

If you see smoke or fire, please report it to 911 immediately so local fire departments can investigate and respond before a small fire becomes a much larger problem.

A little caution now can save a lot of trouble later.

Increasing Fire Danger Expected FridayA frontal passage Thursday into Friday is expected to bring increased winds and lo...
10/14/2026

Increasing Fire Danger Expected Friday

A frontal passage Thursday into Friday is expected to bring increased winds and low relative humidity back to Northeast Texas. The Texas A&M Forest Service is forecasting high to extreme fire danger across parts of our area on Friday, October 16.

With Upshur County back under a burn ban, please do not start any new outdoor fires. If you have burned anything over the past week, take the time to go back and check those areas now.

Just because a fire is no longer smoking does not mean it is out. Brush piles, stumps, ashes, and other material can hold heat for days. Make sure any previous fires are completely out and cold, with no remaining hot coals or hot spots.

Please also use extra caution with equipment, vehicles, dragging chains, mowing, and anything else that can produce heat or sparks. With the forecasted conditions, even a small fire could spread quickly.

A little extra caution now can prevent a much bigger problem Friday.

Upshur County Burn Ban Back in EffectWell, that didn't take long. Upshur County is officially back under a burn ban.Plea...
10/14/2026

Upshur County Burn Ban Back in Effect

Well, that didn't take long. Upshur County is officially back under a burn ban.

Please do not start any new outdoor fires, and if you have burned anything over the past several days, take the time to go back and check those areas.

Just because a fire is no longer smoking does not mean it is out. Brush piles, stumps, ashes, and other material can hold heat for days, even when there are no visible signs of fire.

Make sure your previous fires are completely out and cold to the touch, with no remaining hot coals or hot spots.

Please help us prevent unnecessary fires and follow the burn ban until it is officially lifted.

New Mountain Fire – Monthly Business Meeting TonightOur regular monthly business meeting will be held tonight, Tuesday, ...
10/13/2026

New Mountain Fire – Monthly Business Meeting Tonight

Our regular monthly business meeting will be held tonight, Tuesday, October 13, at 7:00 PM.

Station 1
9871 State Highway 155 N
Ore City, TX 75683

Have you been looking for a way to get involved and help your community? Stop by tonight, meet everyone, have a look around, and see what we’re about.

With our new Station 2 operational, we are recruiting volunteers for both stations.

Station 1: 9871 State Highway 155 N, Ore City

Station 2: 12150 Verbena Rd, Ore City

We absolutely need more firefighters, but we also need people who just want to help out. Sweeping floors, mowing the yard, working on trucks and equipment, helping with public outreach, providing water and snacks for firefighters on emergency scenes, and countless other jobs are all important parts of keeping a volunteer fire department running.

You don't have to be interested in fighting fire to be part of the department. We need people with all kinds of skills, and you can take on as much or as little as your schedule allows.

If you live within about 10 minutes of either station (approximate area shown on map image) we'd love to visit with you. You don't have to live in Upshur County or within our fire district to volunteer.

Come see us tonight. There may be more ways to help than you realize.

Your community depends on volunteers.

Despite the recent rainfall, breezy conditions and low relative humidity are already bringing increased fire danger back...
10/08/2026

Despite the recent rainfall, breezy conditions and low relative humidity are already bringing increased fire danger back to our area.

With the burn ban lifted, please use caution if you choose to burn. Stay with your fire, keep water or equipment nearby, and make sure it is completely out before you leave.

State outdoor burning rules require a responsible party to attend the fire during the active burn phase while the fire is progressing. If your fire is still hot, smoking, or producing embers, you need to either stay with it or put it out.

If you have burned over the last few days, please go back and check the area. Brush piles, stumps, leaves, and pine needles can hold heat longer than people realize. Just because there’s no smoke doesn’t mean it’s not hot. 

Effective Monday, October 5, the Upshur County Judge has rescinded the burn ban for Upshur County.Even though we have re...
10/05/2026

Effective Monday, October 5, the Upshur County Judge has rescinded the burn ban for Upshur County.

Even though we have received some much-needed rain, please continue to use extreme caution when burning. Never leave a fire unattended, keep water nearby, and make sure your fire is completely out before you leave it.

Always check the area again the next day for hot coals and hot spots. A fire can hold heat longer than people realize, especially in brush piles, stumps, leaves, and pine needles.

10/02/2026

HOLD UP… WAIT A MINUTE!

Yes, we know it’s raining. And yes, we’re glad to see it!

But unfortunately, Mother Nature isn’t the one who can lift the burn ban ordinance— that action has to come from the County Judge

So please be patient. Changes to county orders and ordinances can take a little time, even after we finally get some much-needed rain.

For now, the burn ban remains in effect until the County officially lifts it.

As soon as we hear anything official, we’ll help spread the word.

Urgent Smoke AlertThe widespread smoke currently settling across parts of Upshur County appears to be coming from the Ea...
09/23/2026

Urgent Smoke Alert

The widespread smoke currently settling across parts of Upshur County appears to be coming from the Eagle Fire in southwest Cass County.

The fire is listed at approximately 30 acres and 100% contained. Today’s northeast wind has pushed smoke from that fire directly toward our area, and as winds calm down this evening, that smoke may settle and become more noticeable.

At this time, there is no cause for alarm from the smoke alone. However, if you see active fire or flames, please call 911 immediately.

We will pass along any additional information if needed.

Ewell VFD puts on an awesome event every year. Make the short drive and support them, enjoy some great food and have som...
09/22/2026

Ewell VFD puts on an awesome event every year. Make the short drive and support them, enjoy some great food and have some fun!

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9871 State Highway 155 N
Ore City, TX
75683

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+19034021850

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