SAFD Archives | San Antonio Report

On Columbia disaster anniversary, SAFD Chief Charles Hood recalls key role in search and recovery effort

by Lindsey Carnett February 1, 2021February 1, 2021

San Antonio Fire Department Chief Charles Hood reflects on leading a search and recovery team of 120 after the space shuttle accident.

How San Antonio Health Officials Track Who’s Recovered from COVID-19

by Roseanna Garza May 12, 2020May 13, 2020

Outreach Teams Target Vulnerable Neighborhoods with COVID-19 Awareness

by Iris Dimmick April 19, 2020April 19, 2020

SAFD Paramedic Matt Bowers removes whole blood from a cooler that can keep it cold for up to 50 hours.

Ambulance Blood Transfusions Help Save Lives, Buy Time For Trauma Victims

by Roseanna Garza October 12, 2018November 16, 2018

Fire Chief Charles Hood explains the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health report released regarding the Ingram Mall fire and the death of firefighter Scott Deem.

Fire Department Releases Federal Review of Deadly Ingram Square Fire

by Jackie Wang September 10, 2018November 16, 2018

Coordinated Response to Mental Health Emergencies ‘Saves Time, Money, and Lives’

by Roseanna Garza August 20, 2018January 31, 2020

(From left) Fire Chief Charles Hood and Police Chief William McManus.

Fire, Police Chiefs Seek Increased Funding for 2019

by Jackie Wang August 15, 2018October 23, 2018

Dr. Ramesh Grandhi, assistant professor of neurosurgery at UT Health San Antonio, explains the visual results of the mechanical thrombectomy procedure.

For Stroke Patients, Timing is Crucial in Getting Effective Treatment

by Roseanna Garza February 11, 2018February 12, 2018

The Chris Madrid's food truck will be opening soon as the restaurant continues to rebuild after a fire in October.

Business & Tech

After Chris Madrid’s Fire, New Owners Roll Out Food Truck

by Jeffrey Sullivan December 14, 2017December 15, 2017

Las Vegas police stand guard along the streets outside the Route 91 Harvest Country music festival grounds of the Route 91 Harvest on October 1, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada due to reports of an active shooter around the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

San Antonians to Examine Emergency Policies in Wake of Vegas Massacre

by Iris Dimmick October 2, 2017May 22, 2018