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27587 919-556-1966 |
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Station #511908 Holmes Hollow Rd. Wake Forest, NC
27587 919-847-3684 |
Wake Forest Fire Department is Now Hiring for Full Time Firefighter Positions
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Kitchen Fire Stopped in its Path
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July 19, 2014
For the second time in as many days, Engine #1 responded with the Youngsville Fire Department to assist in firefighting efforts. This time was a kitchen fire on Thompson Circle in Youngsville. Engine #1 arrived first to find smoke showing from a mobile home. Crews found a fire in the kitchen that started on the stove top. the fire was quickly extinguished before it could spread any further. |
Mutual Aid to Youngsville House Fire
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July 18, 2014
Engine #1 and Tanker #2 were requested by the Youngsville Fire Department to assist with this house fire on Moores Pond Road Friday afternoon. Engine #1 assisted with fire attack and ventilation while Tanker #2 assisted in supplying water. The homeowners were able to escape without injuries. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News) |
Vehicle Flips on Durham Rd
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July 14, 2014
A vehicle accident on Durham Rd sent a mother and her 6 week old baby to the hospital for precautionary reasons. The vehicle flipped on Durham Rd and came to a rest on its roof. The baby and mother were both removed without injuries. Seen below is Fire Chief Ron Early carrying the infant to the ambulance. (Photos courtesy of Wake Forest News) |
Fire Hydrant Hit by Car
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July 12, 2014
A fire hydrant was struck by a vehicle and knocked out of the ground on Ligon Mill Rd near Waterford Ridge Lane on Monday morning. Engine #2 responded to the accident which was originally reported as a car vs a tree. Only one vehicle was involved and no injuries were reported. |
Two Kitchens, Two Fires
June 30, 2014
WFFD crews responded to two separate kitchen fires Monday. Both fires had been extinguished by homeowners prior to the arrival of fire crews. The first fire occurred at 1316 Hosmer Ct and the second at 503 Pearce Ave. WFFD crews removed smoke from the homes and checked for fire extension. No injuries were reported and fire was contained to the stove area.
WFFD crews responded to two separate kitchen fires Monday. Both fires had been extinguished by homeowners prior to the arrival of fire crews. The first fire occurred at 1316 Hosmer Ct and the second at 503 Pearce Ave. WFFD crews removed smoke from the homes and checked for fire extension. No injuries were reported and fire was contained to the stove area.
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June 30, 2014
A minor accident occurred at Calvin Jones HWY and Heritage Lake when a vehicle ran through a red light and side swiped another vehicle. Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to the accident and found two vehicles involved with minor injuries. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News) |
Wake County Academy Class #6 Graduates
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June 26, 2014
The Wake Forest Fire Department would like to congratulate FF Jeff Putnam and FF Spencer Hill on their graduation from the Wake County Fire Academy Class #6. The academy certified the recruits in FF level 1 and 2, EMT-Basic, Technical Rescue Vehicle Machinery Rescue, Rapid Intervention Team, and Hazardous Materials Operations. FF Putnam received the Tramp Dunn Leadership Award and FF Spencer Hill was the class valedictorian and received the physical fitness award. Congratulations to both FF Putnam and FF Hill. |
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June 8, 2014
A single vehicle flipped over on Purnell Rd late Saturday evening. Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to the accident where the driver was still in the overturned vehicle. The driver only had minor injuries and was able to slide out from the vehicle and be evaluated by EMS. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News) |
May 25, 2014
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded a vehicle accident Sunday evening that shut down northbound Capital Blvd. A single vehicle lost control and rolled over several times before landing upright. One patient was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded a vehicle accident Sunday evening that shut down northbound Capital Blvd. A single vehicle lost control and rolled over several times before landing upright. One patient was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
May 22, 2014
A van lost control and ran into the woods on Purnell Rd just before Horse Shoe Bend. Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to the accident where the driver was uninjured. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
A van lost control and ran into the woods on Purnell Rd just before Horse Shoe Bend. Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to the accident where the driver was uninjured. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
May 21, 2014
The Wake Forest Fire Department is saddened to announce the passing of long time member and Vice President of the Board of Directors, Bob Bridges. The WFFD family would like to send our prayers and thought to the Bridges family and say a special thanks for all the years of service that Bob gave to the Wake Forest Fire Department.
The Wake Forest Fire Department is saddened to announce the passing of long time member and Vice President of the Board of Directors, Bob Bridges. The WFFD family would like to send our prayers and thought to the Bridges family and say a special thanks for all the years of service that Bob gave to the Wake Forest Fire Department.
May 21, 2014
Wake Forest Engine #2 participated in this years Health Fair at The Body Shop. The crew handed out information on various medical and fire information as well as answered any questions that people may have had. Information can be given anytime by submitting a question via our Contact Us page.
Wake Forest Engine #2 participated in this years Health Fair at The Body Shop. The crew handed out information on various medical and fire information as well as answered any questions that people may have had. Information can be given anytime by submitting a question via our Contact Us page.
Overturned Vehicle
May 16, 2014
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Jones Dairy Rd and Wait Ave Friday night. They arrived to find two vehicles involved where one vehicle had overturned after impact. Only minor injuries were reported.
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Jones Dairy Rd and Wait Ave Friday night. They arrived to find two vehicles involved where one vehicle had overturned after impact. Only minor injuries were reported.
Camp Celebrate
May 16, 2014
The featured picture is an aerial view of the apparatus that participated in this year's Camp Celebrate. The event is for pediatric burn patients from across North Carolina and is hosted by the Jaycee Burn Center in Chapel Hill. This years parade consisted of 35 apparatus from all across NC, including Wake Forest Engine #3. The parade started at Triangle Town Center in Raleigh and proceeded up Capital Blvd, west on HWY 98, and ended at Camp Kanata where various events were help for the participating children. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News) A video can be seen on Wake Forest News website of the parade.
The featured picture is an aerial view of the apparatus that participated in this year's Camp Celebrate. The event is for pediatric burn patients from across North Carolina and is hosted by the Jaycee Burn Center in Chapel Hill. This years parade consisted of 35 apparatus from all across NC, including Wake Forest Engine #3. The parade started at Triangle Town Center in Raleigh and proceeded up Capital Blvd, west on HWY 98, and ended at Camp Kanata where various events were help for the participating children. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News) A video can be seen on Wake Forest News website of the parade.
May 10, 2014
Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to this single vehicle accident on Capital Blvd just north of Burlington Mills Rd. The accident happened when a vehicle slammed into the guardrail of the bridge that goes over the train tracks. No major injuries were reported. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to this single vehicle accident on Capital Blvd just north of Burlington Mills Rd. The accident happened when a vehicle slammed into the guardrail of the bridge that goes over the train tracks. No major injuries were reported. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
"Carry The Load"
May 9th, 2014
Members of the Wake Forest Fire Department participated in the "Carry The Load" campaign as it passed through the Wake Forest area around 2am Friday morning. This charitable campaigns mission is to “restore the true meaning of Memorial Day, and connect Americans to the sacrifices of our military, law enforcement, firefighters and rescue personnel.” Participants carried flags on a five mile course through Wake Forest. To learn more about "Carry The Load" click HERE. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Members of the Wake Forest Fire Department participated in the "Carry The Load" campaign as it passed through the Wake Forest area around 2am Friday morning. This charitable campaigns mission is to “restore the true meaning of Memorial Day, and connect Americans to the sacrifices of our military, law enforcement, firefighters and rescue personnel.” Participants carried flags on a five mile course through Wake Forest. To learn more about "Carry The Load" click HERE. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Accidental Shooting Sends One to Hospital
May 8th, 2014
A man accidentally shot himself in the thigh Thursday evening at Royal Mill Apartments on N. Main street. Engine #2 responded to the shooting where only one person was injured. The man was transported to the hospital by Wake County EMS. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
A man accidentally shot himself in the thigh Thursday evening at Royal Mill Apartments on N. Main street. Engine #2 responded to the shooting where only one person was injured. The man was transported to the hospital by Wake County EMS. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
May 2, 2014
Crews responded to a reported structure fire at the old Riverplace Factory building on Capital Blvd Friday morning. Smoke was reported coming from the roof. When crews arrived they found demolition crews working on removing some old air handling units. A small fire had started in one of the units but was quickly extinguished. Engine #2 and Ladder #1 handled the scene as all other responding units returned to service. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Crews responded to a reported structure fire at the old Riverplace Factory building on Capital Blvd Friday morning. Smoke was reported coming from the roof. When crews arrived they found demolition crews working on removing some old air handling units. A small fire had started in one of the units but was quickly extinguished. Engine #2 and Ladder #1 handled the scene as all other responding units returned to service. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Thank You For Your Support!
April 25, 2014
The Wake Forest Fire Department would like to thank everyone who came to our annual Fish Fry this year and made it a great success. The WFFD loves opening our doors for the community and looks forward to seeing familiar and new faces each year! Thank you again and stay safe.
The Wake Forest Fire Department would like to thank everyone who came to our annual Fish Fry this year and made it a great success. The WFFD loves opening our doors for the community and looks forward to seeing familiar and new faces each year! Thank you again and stay safe.
April 25, 2014
Capital Blvd was shut down for nearly an hour Friday night when a vehicle lost control and rolled landing on its driver's side. Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to the vehicle accident where one patient was transported to the hospital with injuries. The accident occurred on Capital Blvd just north of Caveness Farms.
Capital Blvd was shut down for nearly an hour Friday night when a vehicle lost control and rolled landing on its driver's side. Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to the vehicle accident where one patient was transported to the hospital with injuries. The accident occurred on Capital Blvd just north of Caveness Farms.
Family Escapes House Fire
April 12, 2014
Around 11pm on Saturday night, a fire broke out at a house on Cottesbrook Dr in Wake Forest. The family that lived in the house was at home at the time of the fire and was able to escape with no injuries. Ladder #1 and Engine #1 arrived to find the entire front of the house engulfed in flames. A quick exterior attack was made to knock down the flames allowing for Engine #3 and Engine #1 crews to take attack lines inside and extinguish the remaining fire. The quick aggressive attack limited fire spread and saved much of the personal belongings of the family. Other units on scene included WF Engine #5 and Rolesville Pumper #153. For more pictures click HERE. (Some photos courtesy of Wake Forest News and The Wake Weekly)
Around 11pm on Saturday night, a fire broke out at a house on Cottesbrook Dr in Wake Forest. The family that lived in the house was at home at the time of the fire and was able to escape with no injuries. Ladder #1 and Engine #1 arrived to find the entire front of the house engulfed in flames. A quick exterior attack was made to knock down the flames allowing for Engine #3 and Engine #1 crews to take attack lines inside and extinguish the remaining fire. The quick aggressive attack limited fire spread and saved much of the personal belongings of the family. Other units on scene included WF Engine #5 and Rolesville Pumper #153. For more pictures click HERE. (Some photos courtesy of Wake Forest News and The Wake Weekly)
House Fire in Downtown Wake Forest
April 9, 2014
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 were quickly on scene to this house fire Wednesday night on Jones St. The call originally came in as an outside fire but was upgraded to a structure fire when crews arrived. Fire was found in the attic when an interior fire attack was made. Ladder #1 went to the roof and cut a ventilation hole. Other units on scene were Engine #2, Engine #3, and mutual aid from Rolesville Fire Department. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 were quickly on scene to this house fire Wednesday night on Jones St. The call originally came in as an outside fire but was upgraded to a structure fire when crews arrived. Fire was found in the attic when an interior fire attack was made. Ladder #1 went to the roof and cut a ventilation hole. Other units on scene were Engine #2, Engine #3, and mutual aid from Rolesville Fire Department. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest News)
