BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – As wildfires continue to burn in California, first responders from 10 Bexar County Emergency Services Districts (ESD) will hold a news conference Friday to address fire concerns and offer prevention tips.
An ESD is a local government entity that provides emergency services, including fire protection and emergency medical services (EMS), funded by county taxpayers, according to a news release.
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In Bexar County, 12 ESDs cover 614 square miles and provide fire and EMS services to residents.
The public can expect to hear from firefighters who spent time with first responders in California. Their fire chiefs will join them as they share critical information about how South Texas residents can prepare for wildlife risks.
The ESD crews will also share a walkthrough of their wildland fire engines and equipment.
The news conference will begin at 9 a.m. and will be streamed in the video player above. If there is no stream, refresh and return to the page.
