The vibrant festival of Diwali fills homes with lights, decorations, and sweet aromas. While celebrating, it's important to prioritize safety for a
memorable experience. Thoughtful preparation and awareness can ensure a safe Diwali, allowing you to create cherished moments with loved ones. Here are essential safety tips for the festival.

We are delighted to announce the launch of our latest effort, designed specifically for school officials. The School Safety Toolbox is a comprehensive resource that schools can utilize to enhance the safety and security of their educational facilities.

Hurricane Season runs from now through November 30th. It's essential to be prepared, meet with your household members and create a plan in case of a hurricane. Remember to stay informed before, during, and after a hurricane occurs!

Get ready to let your CREATIVITY run wild! The HCFMO coloring contest is back, and we’re buzzing with excitement for you to dive in!

Download the coloring sheet and rules, and unleash your inner Picasso for a shot at some fabulous prizes!

For fire or life safety hazard complaints, you have two choices; fill out our online form, or contact fmosupport@fmo.hctx.net

Special Events Permits are required for any organized, temporary event with an estimated number of participants and spectators of 100 or more people set up outdoors in a parking lot, side of the road, open land, or any outdoor venue not generally used for an assembly or using a building for an event with an anticipated occupancy load of 50 or more if the building is not permitted and constructed as an assembly occupancy in unincorporated Harris County.

Harris County requires boarding homes to obtain 2 permits to legally operate. Having these safe measures in place protects residents.

Effective March 1, 2021, Class 1 and Class 2 Boarding Home Permits are now required to operate any boarding home in Harris County.

The HCFMO Youth Firesetters Intervention Program (YFIP) is a FREE program designed to provide education and intervention for children who have misused fire in order to prevent fires, injuries, deaths and destruction of property.