The Board of Commissioners of the City of Pharr met for a regular meeting on Monday and considered an agenda that included various highlights.'Fire Prevention Week' The Pharr City Commission has proclaimed October 6-12, 2024, as 'Fire Prevention Week,' emphasizing the importance of fire safety, particularly in homes where fire poses significant risks.In 2022, over 2,700 individuals lost their lives, and fire departments responded to 360,000 home fires across the U.S. The proclamation highlights the critical role of working smoke alarms, which can halve the risk of fire-related deaths by providing early warnings.Pharr residents are encouraged to install and regularly ...