Fire Station 5/Medic 24 Grand Opening

THE WOODLANDS, TX -- The Woodlands Fire Department (TWFD), in partnership with The Woodlands Township and Montgomery County Hospital District, will celebrate the grand opening of TWFD Fire Station 5/Medic 24. The station represents a significant investment in emergency response capability and community safety.

When: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Where: 8005 McBeth Way, The Woodlands
Time: 1 p.m. Guest arrival. Ceremony begins at 2 p.m.

Fire Station 5 is a 21,565-square-foot, modern fire station designed to support the operational demands of a growing, all-hazards fire department. The facility includes 14 individual dorm rooms and 4.5 apparatus bays, providing the capacity and flexibility necessary to support continuous staffing while promoting firefighter health, recovery and operational readiness. Station 5 serves the west side of The Woodlands including the Villages of Sterling Ridge and Indian Springs.

“The completion and opening of Fire Station 5 reflect careful planning and a shared commitment to public safety,” said Township Chairman Brad Bailey. “The station strengthens our emergency response and underscores our responsibility to invest in facilities that meet the needs of our community today while preparing for continued growth.”

The station houses a comprehensive array of emergency resources, including an engine company, truck company, battalion chief, collapse rescue truck, and two emergency medical service units. The EMS component of the station is delivered in partnership with the Montgomery County Hospital District (MCHD), which provides and staffs the medic units assigned to Fire Station 5. One medic unit will be staffed full-time, while a second peak medic unit will be staffed daily to address periods of higher call volume and increased service demand.

“Fire Station 5 is a direct reflection of our commitment to proactive service delivery and strong regional partnerships,” said Fire Chief Palmer Buck. “This facility strengthens our response capability, enhances coordination with EMS, and ensures our firefighters and paramedics have the resources they need to serve the community effectively.”

Assistant Fire Chief Doug Adams shared that the station was thoughtfully designed to meet today’s operational needs while anticipating future growth. Through a partnership with Montgomery County Hospital District, the facility brings fire and EMS services together under one roof, enhancing coordination, reducing response times and improving patient care.

The design of Fire Station 5 incorporates best practices in fire station planning, including clear separation of living and operational spaces, modern mechanical systems, decontamination and gear-support areas, and infrastructure to support training and specialized rescue operations. Together, these features support firefighter safety, workforce sustainability, and long-term operational efficiency.