Palo Pinto County ESD-1 is proud to announce the addition of two new enginesto better serve the growing needs of our community. These engines will be stationed at Station 16 in Graford and Station 17 in PK East. The apparatus were acquired through a combination of ESD funds and generous local donations, reflecting our shared commitment to public safety and community support. As […]

By Palo Pinto County Emergency Services District #1 From CPR at Sutherlands to ICU care in Fort Worth, teamwork saved Terry Matthews’ life. Terry Matthews doesn’t remember hitting the ground at the register inside Sutherlands in Mineral Wells. One minute, he was talking to his son—wishing him a happy birthday—and the next, he collapsed. “I […]

MINERAL WELLS — In a move aimed at improving survival outcomes for cardiac arrest patients, the Palo Pinto County Emergency Services District #1 board approved the purchase of mechanical CPR devices in June. By July, the Lifeline ARM XR automated chest compression systems were fully deployed across the county. The ARM XR, manufactured by Defibtech, […]

PALO PINTO COUNTY — Palo Pinto County Emergency Services District #1 has promoted Kent Farquhar to the newly created position of assistant fire chief, following a competitive internal hiring process aimed at setting a consistent standard for future leadership roles. The ESD Board approved the paid position earlier this year. Chief Danny Watkins said establishing […]