About Us

The Murphy Fire Rescue Department is a full service municipally supported organization. Our current ISO rating for insurance purposes is 4. We respond to over 950 emergency calls for service each year. Fire loss has been held to minimal levels despite the addition of several hundred new buildings, partly due to inspections and enforcement.
The department is staffed by 6 full time firefighters working on three 24 hour shifts for a total of 18 shift assigned personnel supported by one chief officer and an administrative assistant.  All of our personnel below the rank of captain are certified or licensed paramedics.

The department apparatus inventory includes:
2007 Expedition (Chief-1)
2000 Light Rescue Unit (Squad 51)
1999 Emergency One 1500 GPM Rescue Pumper (Engine 1)
1989 Emergency One 1250 GPM Pumper (Engine 3)
1983 Pierce 750 GPM Pumper (Reserve Unit Engine 4)
Equipment inventory includes:
12 lead heart monitors on the front line engine and medic
Rescue Air Bags to lift and move heavy objects
Vehicle Extrication Tools to remove entrapped victims
Stabilization Equipment
Thermal Imaging Camera on front line engine
Multi-gas Detectors
Carbon Monoxide Detectors

The fire department does more than just respond to emergencies. Routine duties consist mainly of those actions necessary for fire prevention and readiness. We conduct public education programs for block parties, homeowner’s associations, day care centers, community groups, and scout groups. All site plans submitted to the city planning and zoning commission are reviewed by the fire department to assure compliance to the city fire code. Fire inspections are done for all new and existing businesses in town as well as monitoring of fire protection systems in place. Firefighters regularly check construction sites for proper fuel storage and access.

The on-duty firefighters maintain the apparatus and equipment readiness. They have a daily routine including the inspection of all fire apparatus and equipment. Records are maintained in accordance with state requirements. All fire calls are reviewed for quality assurance. Run reports are sent to the state under the Texas Fire Incident Reporting System. Emergency medical calls are reviewed by the department quality assurance officer to maintain a high level of competency among our members.

To report an emergency dial 911.
For general questions call 972-468-4300.