Forest Hill Fire Department started as a volunteer organization in 1954 and has since moved to a professional organization. The department runs Engine 23 out of a single station, running just under 3,000 calls a year, Operating under a 48/96 schedule. It has mutual aid agreements with Fort Worth, Everman, Kennedale, Rendon, Dalworthington gardens, and Edgecliff Village.

The station operates with 15 personnel in station, 3 lieutenants, 3 engineers, and 9 firemen. With Chief and a battalion chief working in administration roles.