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Harlingen Fire Department highlights training, ISO rating and community programs
Summary
Assistant Chief Daryl Loftus and deputy staff presented the department’s staffing, training programs, recent smoke‑alarm campaign and ISO rating improvement from 3 to 2. Officials discussed CERT outreach, ARFF capacity and equipment timelines for two new fire trucks expected by July 2026.
Harlingen Fire Department leaders briefed the commission on department capabilities, staffing and community programs during the Nov. 19 meeting.
Assistant Chief Daryl Loftus and Deputy Chief (presentation) outlined the department’s four divisions — operations, training, support services and prevention — and said the department staffs eight stations with approximately 110 sworn personnel and four civilian staff. They said about 80%–90% of the department’s roughly $12 million annual budget is salaries and benefits; equipment and operating costs are funded from the remainder.
The department described regional and…
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