Lightning Causes House Fire
May 16, 2007
During the evening hours of May 15th, a sudden and powerful thunderstorm formed over the Jollyville area. The reports of lightning strikes in the area were numerous, and the short lived but violent storm did send bolts of lightning into several different buildings in the area.
One of those was a residence in Forrest North near Quilberry at Broadmeade. The residence was occupied at the time of the incident, and all of the occupants were able to escape unharmed. Read more
Perspective Photographs
April 20, 2007
Generally, the photos that you see here come from firefighters at the scenes. However, occasionally we receive photos from the publics perspective and we greatly appreciate them. Below are photographs of 2 ‘B’ shift firefighters at a large grass fire in Leander that occurred in February of 2007. The photos were taken by Gail Millard. Gail was a passenger on the Hill Country Flyer that afternoon. As the train returned to it’s station, it had to pass through the fire, giving Gail the opportunity to snap two great pictures. Thanks Gail !
Jollyville Hosts Annual Banquet
April 7, 2007
The 32nd annual awards banquet for the Jollyville Fire Department was held on the evening of April 7th. Despite the unusually cold temperatures, the turnout was large and jovial. The banquet was held at the Avery Ranch Golf Club. Awards were given out for Firefighter of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Chris Hanger EMS Responder of the Year, John Golding Leadership Award, Volunteer Response and Length of Service. Read more
High Pressure Gas Leak
March 27, 2007
At 11:11am Tuesday, March 27, JVFD was dispatched to the 6800 block of Dallas Dr. for a gas leak. Both Engines 34 and 38 responded along with Command 30. A construction worker operating an excavator had cut into a 4 inch high pressure line. Texas Gas Service responded and was able to stop the leak with a temporary clamp. Photos Here