In order to protect lives and property in the unincorporated areas of Atascosa County, TX, in accordance with Section 352 of the Local Government Code, the Fire Marshal’s Office will investigate the origin and cause of personal injury and property loss due to fires and explosions; provide fire and life safety inspections; provide public education services; collect, maintain, and analyze emergency response information to reduce injury and loss; educate, coordinate, and improve the services of County emergency service organizations; and provide a response for hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction emergency response mitigation.