Use our online form to report illegal fireworks activity and ongoing loud noises between 7 p.m. from 3 a.m. from Tuesday, July 1 through Saturday, July 5. You may also call the Arlington Fire Department’s non-emergency phone line at 817-274-4444 to report fireworks activity.
Published on May 19, 2025
While dangerous floods and flash floods are possible throughout the year, they have a higher frequency during spring and summer thunderstorms. These thunderstorms can cause intense rainfall or become slow-moving storms that track over the same areas which can cause a rapid rise of water and flash floods can develop within minutes. Therefore, on Feb. 27, 2025, Gov. Greg Abbott proclaimed May 19-23, 2025 to be Flood Awareness Week in Texas. State and local leaders recognize the importance of encouraging our citizen’s to be prepared for flood emergencies. Being prepared before any flood emergency reduces fear, anxiety and confusion, therefore all residents should Get flood prepared!
During any emergency, personal safety is more important than property. Floodwaters can rise rapidly and sweep people and vehicles off sidewalks and/or roadways quickly. It only takes 6 inches of water to knock an adult off their feet and only 1 to 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles. This results in many injuries and deaths each year. Follow these be flood safe tips:
Visit Stormwater Management’s Flood Safety and Preparedness website for more ideas on protecting your family, home and property.