Yoakum Volunteer Fire Department

10/09/2026

Fire prevention with DeWitt-Lavaca Special Education Cooperative and Happy Hearts.

10/07/2026

St. Joseph School thank you for a great time at fire prevention classes this morning.

10/06/2026

Fire Prevention week is in full swing! Today we were able to visit Sweet Home ISD, Kids Academy and Yoakum ISD. Thank you Sweet Home - TX Volunteer Fire Department for allowing us to help out!

10/06/2026

The Fire Dept has been made aware of a controlled burn on Highway 95/Carl Ramert  intersection. Do not call 911 regarding this fire, while we do appreciate your attentiveness, our 911 system has been overwhelmed with calls regarding this matter.

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

On behalf of the Yoakum Volunteer Fire Department, I extend our deepest condolences to the Kresta family and the East Bernard Volunteer Fire Department on the loss of Chief Kresta, father of YFD EMS Director Nick Kresta.

Please know that the Kresta family, Nick, and the members of the East Bernard Volunteer Fire Department are in our thoughts and prayers. During this difficult time, we stand beside you in support, respect, and brotherhood.

Chief Kresta, thank you for your service, leadership, and dedication to your community.

Rest easy, Chief. We’ll take it from here.

09/24/2026

We have been made aware of this company attempting to sell clothing items with Yoakum Volunteer Fire Department's name on them. This has nothing to do with our department in any form or fashion. If you purchase any of these item, please be aware that you will not be supporting the Yoakum Volunteer Fire Department.

09/11/2026

Captain Juarez and firefighters Borodovsky and Ruppert are participating in the 9/11 memorial climb in Houston.

09/09/2026

When seconds matter can we find you?