The Midland Fire Department reported on March 19 that its total number of calls for service in February rose slightly compared to the same month last year, with emergency medical services (EMS) calls driving the increase.
The data shows that the department responded to 1,804 runs in February, up from 1,793 in February 2025. EMS calls increased from 1,319 to 1,355 during this period. Fire-related calls within city limits also saw a small rise from 69 to 75, while other types of calls decreased from 405 to 374.
Outside city limits, fire department responses dropped overall. The number of fire calls to the county fell from 35 in February 2025 to 26 this year. EMS calls outside city limits increased slightly from 222 to 232, but other types of runs declined sharply from 75 to 34.
The City of Midland emphasizes values such as excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusivity as part of its efforts to promote community unity and prosperity according to the official website. The city provides a range of municipal services including recreational facilities and community development initiatives as noted on its official website.
Midland maintains more than 1,364 acres of parkland that includes neighborhood parks, community centers, pools, and sports complexes according to the official website. Located in the heart of the Permian Basin in Texas, Midland plays a role in global energy production and regional growth according to the official website.
The city operates as a home rule municipality under its charter adopted on Nov. 5, 1940 according to the official website. Officials say they aim to deliver high-quality municipal services and foster partnerships that enhance community well-being according to the official website.