The Antioch Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank everyone who braved the rain and cold that helped support us.
Please see pictures under Event Tab.
31 Years Ago
What Antioch’s reserve Hahn looked like when it was brand new.
What Antioch’s reserve looks like today.
Code Red
Harris County now has an emergency weather alert information system. This system will send emergency weather information messages to your phone, mobile, or e-mail. It will only send an alert if there is immediate danger in our area. Please click on Harris County Gov link on right under links to sign up. There are no fees involved.
Honoring America’s Bravest
Members of Antioch Volunteer Fire Department had a one-of-a-kind opportunity to serve the community earlier this month: we were invited to stand alongside soldiers, veterans and other members of the community to honor wounded veteran Sergeant 1st Class (SFC) Michael Schlitz during a groundbreaking ceremony for his new home here in Fortson.
The Gary Sinise Foundation and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation created a strategic partnership program called “Building for America’s Bravest” which, among others things, primarily builds homes for severely wounded veterans. In just a few short months, SFC Schlitz will have a state-of-the-art facility to cater to his needs.
Schlitz’s home is still $300,000 short of budget, so they are asking for your help to get it complete. You can contribute to his project by visiting the below website:
http://www.buildingforamericasbravest.org/houses/?id=12
Some time in July, as the home nears completion, there will be a Community Day for landscaping, finishing touches and a grand-opening. Hopefully, members of Antioch Volunteer Fire Department will be able to honor SFC Schlitz by attending on that day as well.
Read more about SFC Schlitz’s story here:
http://www.army.mil/article/94817/Home_for_wounded_vet_breaks_ground/