MedStar

James Horton was appointed interim fire chief following Interim Chief Raymond Hill's upcoming retirement, while the City conducts a nationwide search for a permanent chief. Horton previously helped lead expanded emergency medical services, staffing growth, and fire-station bond planning.

James Horton named Fort Worth’s interim fire chief

The Fort Worth Fire Department graduated its historic 100th Fire Recruit Class and its first-ever standalone EMS Recruit Class on June 12, swearing in 42 firefighters and 36 EMS professionals. The dual graduation marks the first single-role EMS class in FWFD's 155-year history, following the integration of MedStar into the department.

Fire Department celebrates historic graduation for training academy