San Antonio Fire Department
The San Antonio Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical services for the city of San Antonio, Texas. The department is the third largest fire department in the state of Texas. With over 1,500 members, the SAFD is responsible for a population of over 1.4 million people apread across.History
The department got its start on June 6, 1854 when a group of 20 San Antonians met to organize an all volunteer fire department. The company, initially called the Ben Milam Company, consisted only of a bucket brigade. In 1858 first hand operated fire engine was purchased. In March of 1891 the department transitioned to a paid department.
