Seguin Fire Department

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Our thoughts and prayers are with our brothers and sisters of the Odessa Fire Rescue as they mourn the loss of one of their firefighters.

Odessa Fire Rescue Mourns the Loss of Firefighter Isai Huerta

ODESSA, Texas — Odessa Fire Rescue is mourning the tragic loss of one of its own following a structure fire on Sunday evening.

At 4:59 p.m., Odessa Fire Rescue crews responded to a residential trailer fire in the 1900 block of South Westcliff Road. While firefighters were operating on scene, conditions deteriorated rapidly, resulting in injuries to three firefighters.

All three firefighters were transported to Medical Center Hospital for treatment. Tragically, one firefighter succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

The fallen firefighter has been identified as 29-year-old Lieutenant Isai Huerta, who faithfully served the citizens of Odessa as a member of Odessa Fire Rescue for the past nine years. His next of kin has been notified.

"Isai was a huge part of our organization, a true firefighter," said Odessa Fire Rescue Chief Jason Cotton. "He was always happy, always willing to help, and he truly enjoyed the job. Our department is in need of prayer, guidance, and grace as we navigate moving forward. We grieve alongside Isai's family and ask our community to keep them and our firefighters in their thoughts during this incredibly difficult time."

Odessa Mayor Cal Hendrick added, "Tonight, Odessa has lost a hero. Firefighter Isai Huerta dedicated his life to protecting others, and his sacrifice will never be forgotten. On behalf of the City of Odessa, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, his brothers and sisters in the fire service, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. We ask our community to join us in keeping them in our prayers as we mourn this heartbreaking loss."

The two other firefighters injured during the incident did not sustain life-threatening injuries and are receiving care and support.

The Texas State Association of Fire Fighters is leading the investigation. Representatives from the International Association of Fire Fighters are also expected to arrive in Odessa tonight to provide additional support.

Odessa Fire Rescue has already begun debriefing personnel and is ensuring first responders have access to all available emotional, mental health, and peer-support resources.

Odessa Fire Rescue will hold a press conference tomorrow to answer questions and provide an update on the investigation.

This Warning has been cancelled 6/15/26 0825

Flash Flood Warning for...
Northeastern Bexar County in south central Texas...
Comal County in south central Texas...
Northwestern Guadalupe County in south central Texas...
South Central Hays County in south central Texas...

* Until 830 AM CDT.

* At 423 AM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms
producing flash flooding.

SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.

IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Schertz, Seguin, Cibolo,
Universal City, Selma, Canyon Lake Dam, Randolph AFB, Canyon Lake,
Fair Oaks Ranch, Bulverde, Garden Ridge, McQueeney, Marion, Santa
Clara, Staples, Smithson Valley and Spring Branch.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

A Flood Watch is in effect for South Central Texas from 7 PM this evening through 7 PM Tuesday, June 16. Heavy rain and lightning are expected with isolated pockets of more than 8 inches of rain possible. This rain may fall quickly in torrential downpours. Life threatening flooding is possible somewhere within the Flood Watch area. Stay weather aware and remember: turn around, don't drown.

😎Stay cool this summer!

The Seguin Fire Department's summer fan drive is now underway.

Free fans are available to households (in the Seguin city limits only) without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 8 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday from the Fire Administration office located at 660 South Highway 46.

A picture ID and proof of residency is required. Limit one fan per household. Residents who received a fan last year will be ineligible to receive one this year.

Donations for the Fire Department’s Fan Drive can also be dropped off at the Fire Administration office.

For more information, contact Lisa Trevino with Seguin Fire/EMS at 401-2321 or email [email protected]

🌞Summer is here, and so is our Summer Fan Drive! We extend our special thanks to Seguin Home Depot for generously donating 20 box fans to launch this year's initiative.

🌀 Donate a fan. Drop-off at Fire Administration.
💙 Can't donate a fan? Monetary donations are also welcome.

To receive a fan, you must be a resident within the city limits of Seguin without air-conditioning. Proof of residency is required.

ATTENTION:
Following a shooting that occurred this afternoon at Wal-Mart in Seguin, located at 550 S. Highway 123 Bypass, the store is closed until further notice.

Officers are actively investigating at the scene. We ask that everyone avoid the area to allow first responders to work safely and efficiently.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.