It’s not often you hear a firefighter tell you they were scared. But that’s exactly what a Cy-Fair Firefighter shared after riding out a tornado in the garage of a home that was just struck by lightning.

During a severe storm, the Cy-Fair Fire Department's Engine 11 crew sought temporary shelter in a resident’s garage due to high winds.

Three lawsuits have been filed against Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9, also known as the Cy-Fair Fire Department, after allegations of workplace discrimination and sexual harassment by paramedics.

The Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 board is once again considering the termination of Cy-Fair Fire Chief Amy Ramon.

A lightning strike during a storm in the Chimney Hill Subdivision caused a house fire, prompting a response from the Cy-Fair Fire Department.

People in Cypress are rallying at a Harris County Emergency Services District board meeting, in support of the Cy-Fair Fire Department Chief Amy Ramon.

For the past nine years, the Cy-Fair Fire Department has been led by the same person, Fire Chief Amy Ramon.

How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, know the warning signs

The Cy-Fair Fire Department is currently battling a massive trash fire at a metal recycling plant in northwest Houston.

Nicholas Buonarosa, District Chief 9-A with the Cy-Fair Fire Department, shares essential safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for beginners and grill masters.

Cy-Fair Fire Department's Justin Reed, Assistant Chief EMS, and Meredith Frasier, Paramedic, talk about how to stay safe in the Houston heat, and what foods you can eat to nourish  your body in the high temperatures.

Colleagues cite Chief Ramon’s unique skill-set background, team-building savvy, and commitment to her employees and community as reasons she deserves the honor—not to mention the success of the Cy-Fair Fire Department itself.

Cy-Fair Fire Department has received a rare and impressive accreditation by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch® (IAED) and we hear from some of the voices behind the calls.

The Cy-Fair Fire Department said two cats were rescued from a garage fire in northwest Harris County Sunday.

'Fire Fest' is a community event that brings the fire department and our local community together for a day of fun, education, and lots more!

A woman is dead after she fell out of a vehicle Tuesday in the Cypress area, according to a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy.

A pedestrian has reportedly been taken by Life Flight to the hospital after officials say they were hit by a vehicle in Cy-Fair on Saturday.

Highway 290 eastbound was temporarily closed Christmas afternoon due to a fiery car accident involving two vehicles.

A member of the Cy-Fair Fire Department was rushed to the hospital Wednesday after being involved in a crash, officials said.

Firefighters in the Cy-Fair area are warning residents of a controlled fire caused by a burning lithium generator.

A child has been transported to the hospital after being found unresponsive in a pool Tuesday evening.

A toddler has been transported to the hospital after officials say she nearly drowned in a pool in Cypress Wednesday afternoon.

The Cy-Fair Fire Department said three supervisor vehicles will carry blood products so EMS crews can do blood transfusions in the field for trauma patients.

Funeral services for Cy-Fair Firefighter Hugo Guevara were held Thursday morning.

A man was flown via Life Flight to a hospital after his vehicle crashed into a Halloween store early Saturday morning in northwest Harris County, according to the Cy-Fair Fire Department.

A 4-year-old girl is currently in critical condition after she was found unresponsive in a backyard pool, officials said.

Cy-Fair Fire Department Crews respond to a crash involving a Katy ISD school bus in the 6100 block of Peek Rd. HOUSTON – An investigation is underway after a driver was injured in a crash involving a Katy Independent School District bus, according to Cy-Fair Fire Department. The school district said its bus was hit by another vehicle. Firefighters said 16 high school students and two adults on board the bus were evaluated at the scene. The driver of the vehicle was taken by ambulance to an area hospital as a precaution, according to Katy ISD.

At right, the car investigators say Mock was driving during a street race is seen after a crash in Houston on Feb. 21, 2021. HOUSTON – A third person has died because of a street-racing crash in Houston over the weekend, and the man accused of driving the car is now facing three manslaughter charges. Harris County deputies said 22-year-old Andrew Mock has been charged in connection with the crash that happened about 9:30 p.m. Sunday on the Northwest Freeway near West Little York Road. Deputies said two teen boys were also injured in the crash and flown to Memorial Hermann Hospital Downtown. The family said they were brothers; DeCarerick died Sunday night and Faybian died Monday evening, according to the family.

Cy-Fair Fire Department responds to a 1-alarm fire in the 4800 block of Pine Cliff Drive on Feb. 16, 2021, in HoustonHere are things to know for Thursday, Feb. 18:1. Nearly 3.4 million customers around the U.S. were still without electricity, and some also lost water service. Firefighters respond to several fires across Houston area as power outages continueLocal firefighters have been responding to several home and apartment fires as millions go without electricity and heat for days. Due to the weather and power outages, many cities are experiencing low water pressure, making it more difficult for firefighters to battle the fires. “We should never build another wind turbine in Texas,” read a Tuesday Facebook post from Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.

Due to the weather and power outages, many cities are experiencing low water pressure, making it more difficult for firefighters to battle the fires. Officials said low water pressure on hydrants slowed crews and tankers had to be used for water supply. Crews respond to a 1-alarm fire in the 4800 block of Pine Cliff Dr. Tuesday in Houston. Low water pressure on hydrants slowed crews, tankers were used for water supply. The crews had to then call for additional assistance to battle the fire due to water pressure issues.

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HOUSTON – A family is recovering from carbon monoxide poisoning Monday afternoon, according to Cy-Fair Fire Department. The family was reportedly using a charcoal grill to heat their apartment unit at the 8500 block of Easton Commons Drive. Officials said six people, including four children that ages range from 5 to 10 years old, were transported to the hospital. The family was reportedly burning the fire for warmth for about four hours, according to Cy-Fair Fire. These produce carbon monoxide, which is a deadly, colorless and odorless gas,” the department wrote on Twitter.

The Cy-Fair Fire Department is responding after two men were ejected from a vehicle during a crash Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, officials said. HOUSTON – The Cy-Fair Fire Department is responding after two men were ejected from a vehicle during a crash Friday, officials said. According to firefighters, two men were ejected and are being transported by Life Flight in critical condition. One other person is stable, officials said. Daniel Arizpe, PIO/ @cyfairfd #hounews pic.twitter.com/W75DIGVUmj — Cy-Fair Fire Department (@cyfairfd) January 8, 2021This is a developing story.

HOUSTON – A 3-year-old boy was among a family of four that was hospitalized Tuesday after a portable generator was stored improperly, according to the Cy-Fair Fire Department. Officials said firefighters found the family at the home, suffering from possible carbon monoxide poisoning. Officials said one person is in critical condition and the other three are serious but in stable condition, including the child. Firefighters found the portable generator in-use without proper ventilation in the garage of the home. They believe this is what caused the family to become ill.“Never run a generator indoors or partly enclosed areas,” Cy-Fair Fire Department tweeted.

A 12-year-old was hospitalized in critical condition Sunday following a wreck on US 290, according to the Cy-Fair Fire Department. The wreck happened at around 9:40 a.m. on US 290 near Mason Rd. Investigators said the 12-year-old boy was trapped inside the vehicle and had to be extricated. Three people, including the 12-year-old, were transported to an area hospital following the crash. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.

A one-alarm fire at a northwest Houston hotel forced guests to evacuate early Saturday morning, according to the Cy-Fair Fire Department. On arrival, crews observed fire and smoke visible from a third-story unit. Firefighters attacked the blaze and extinguished it quickly, said Captain Daniel Arizpe, a public information officer with the Cy-Fair Fire DepartmentNo injuries were reported, Arizpe said. The fire remained contained to the original unit, though other areas of the hotel sustained some smoke damage, Arizpe said. When the fire started, a sprinkler in the affected hotel room activated and held the blaze at bay until the fire crews arrived.

CYPRESS, Texas – The man accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend in Cypress has been taken into custody without incident on Wednesday, Harris County Sheriff’s Office Ed Gonzales announced. The charges against Mann Austin Hayes have been upgraded to murder, according to Gonzales. Authorities said the victim, 20-year-old Julie Dela Garza, died on Monday. The initial charge is being upgraded to Murder. Picture of shooting victim, Julie Dela Garza.

HOUSTON A 3-year-old boy was airlifted to a hospital after being struck by a Jeep in Katy Wednesday evening, according to the Harris County Sheriffs Office. At about 6:48 p.m., the Harris County Sheriffs Office received reports that a child was struck by a vehicle at The Commons At Hollyhock Apartments located at 5751 Greenhouse Road in Katy. The Cy-Fair Fire Department also responded to the scene. The child suffered a serious head injury and lacerations all over his body and was transported to a hospital by LifeFlight, officials said. The driver of the Jeep remained at the scene and is cooperating with HCSO traffic investigators.

Published: July 22, 2020, 11:04 am Updated: July 22, 2020, 11:11 am(Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) HOUSTON – An 11-year-old boy was shot in the face Wednesday morning in Cypress, officials say. Crews respond to a shooting in the 19700 block of Ridge Falls Ct. Wed. morning in Cypress. Medics treated an 11 yo male w/ a gunshot wound to the face. Daniel Arizpe, PIO #hounews pic.twitter.com/qkQZHuQKj1 — Cy-Fair Fire Department (@cyfairfd) July 22, 2020The Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office is investigating at the boy’s home.

HOUSTON – A 1-year-old child was found unresponsive in a backyard pool near Jersey Village, according to the Cy-Fair Fire Department. The department first tweeted about the incident at about 6:26 p.m. in the 8600 block of Ballinger Drive in the Willowbridge Subdivision. Cy-Fair FD and @memorialhermann Life Flight respond to a pediatric drowning in the 8600 block of Ballinger Dr. in the Willowbridge Subdivision Wednesday in Houston. was reportedly found unresponsive in a backyard pool. Daniel Arizpe, PIO #hounews pic.twitter.com/F0B9ogrjlu — Cy-Fair Fire Department (@cyfairfd) April 29, 2020The fire department said the child was resuscitated by bystanders before EMS arrived at the scene.