Midland Fire Department officials have reported a significant increase in fire calls. The number of fire calls in June 2026 was 65% higher than the same period last year. This increase is largely attributed to a rise in incidents within Midland County, where the number of incidents nearly doubled.
Further information on this increase in fire calls can be found through local news sources, including Yourbasin and Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ.
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