Four firefighters from Pasco County have returned home after completing a two-week deployment battling wildfires in Northern Texas. The crew, led by Special Operations Captain Bryan Spooner, was originally scheduled for a two-week assignment but extended their stay to help contain the 90,000-acre Ross fire and the Bug Beach Fire. Working under challenging conditions of dry terrain and limited water access, the team drafted from local lakes initially before receiving a water tender on their fifth day. They worked beyond their scheduled 12-hour shifts on most days, focusing primarily on protecting nearby homes and businesses from the spreading flames. A highlight of their experience was the strong support from the local community, which provided meals at a nearby church throughout their deployment. The crew finally received rain relief on Friday before beginning their journey home, with most returning by Monday.
Key Points:
- Four Pasco County firefighters returned home after more than two weeks battling wildfires in Northern Texas.
- The crew assisted with the 90,000-acre Ross fire and the Bug Beach Fire while protecting nearby homes and businesses.
- Firefighters worked beyond their scheduled 12-hour shifts on all but three days of the deployment.
- A local church provided breakfast, lunch, and dinner to the firefighters during their time in Texas.
