COVID-19 MESSAGE
We would like to update everyone on Wake Forest Fire Department's response and precautions being taken for the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak.
First, we are complying with all orders and directives from the Health Department, Wake County Emergency Operations Center, and Wake County EMS.
We have closed our stations to visitors unless medical help is needed. We have cancelled all station tours and fire prevention events. However,our puppet show can be found on our Youtube page and http://www.sparky.org/ is a great resource if you need activities for you children in the coming weeks.
On certain medical calls you may see us enter your house, or your neighbors in more personal protective equipment than usual. This includes a gown, facemask, and eye protection. This does not automatically mean you or your neighbor has the virus, we are just taking extra precautions to protect ourselves. Also, PLEASE let the 911 dispatcher know if you are feeling any flu like symptoms.
Finally, we are closely monitoring and evaluating all developments and any conditions that may impact our operations during this dynamic situation. We are still coming to work to protect you, please stay home to protect us.
For more information visit the town's website page on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) for up to date information.
https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/covid-19-coronavirus
First, we are complying with all orders and directives from the Health Department, Wake County Emergency Operations Center, and Wake County EMS.
We have closed our stations to visitors unless medical help is needed. We have cancelled all station tours and fire prevention events. However,our puppet show can be found on our Youtube page and http://www.sparky.org/ is a great resource if you need activities for you children in the coming weeks.
On certain medical calls you may see us enter your house, or your neighbors in more personal protective equipment than usual. This includes a gown, facemask, and eye protection. This does not automatically mean you or your neighbor has the virus, we are just taking extra precautions to protect ourselves. Also, PLEASE let the 911 dispatcher know if you are feeling any flu like symptoms.
Finally, we are closely monitoring and evaluating all developments and any conditions that may impact our operations during this dynamic situation. We are still coming to work to protect you, please stay home to protect us.
For more information visit the town's website page on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) for up to date information.
https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/covid-19-coronavirus
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FISH FRY CANCELLEDUnfortunately, this April's annual Fish Fry has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Although this was an extremely difficult decision to make, we hope all of our faithful patrons understand that this is what is best to keep our community safe and our fire department still operational. We hope to see all of you next year.
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"Saving Lives, Our Prime Goal"
Station #1 (Headquarters)420 Elm Ave
Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-556-1966 |
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Station #41505 Jenkins Rd.
Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-435-1401 |
Station #511908 Holmes Hollow Rd.
Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-803-0503 |
Kitchen Fire Causes Extensive Damage
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April 27, 2020
A kitchen fire that spread into the living room of this house on Wall Rd. caused extensive damage to the home. Engine #4 was first to arrive and start fire attack while Ladder #1 searched for victims and cut a ventilation hole in the roof. Other units operating on scene were Engine #1, Engine #2, and Engine #5 along with assistance from Youngsville FD. One person suffered burns in the fire and was transported along with a few more with minor injuries. Fore more picture click HERE. |
Driver Ejected in Vehicle Accident
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April 24, 2020
Engine #2, Engine #3, and Ladder #1 responded with assistance from Rolseville FD to this single vehicle accident with a patient ejected. Engine #2 arrived on scene first to fins one patient outside of the vehicle. Crews performed patient care and stabilized the vehicle so that the patient could be loaded into the ambulance. |
Two Pulled Out of Burning House
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April 7, 2020
Crews responded to this home on Walnut Ave around 3:30am Tuesday morning where there was reports of two people still inside. The front of the home was engulfed in flames. Engine #1 began to extinguish the blaze while Ladder #1 crews performed VES (vent, enter, and search) operations in bedrooms in the back of the home. Two unconscious victims were found and pulled out of the bedroom windows. CPR was administered and the victims were transported to the hospital. Both succumbed to their injuries. The fire was extinguished and an investigation was conducted. |
No Injuries in Single Vehicle Accident
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April 4, 2020
Early Saturday morning, Engine #1, Ladder #1, and Battalion #1 responded to a single vehicle crash at Wait Ave. and Havisham Ct. Crews arrived to find a single vehicle on its roof with one person out of the vehicle and one still inside. The person inside was assisted out of the vehicle and neither sustained any injuries. |
Townhouse Fire During Renovations
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March 26, 2020
While renovations were taking place at this townhouse on McDowell Drive, a fire broke out on the second floor. Battalion #1 was first to arrive and found smoke coming out of the front of the house. Engine #4 quickly extinguished the fire and Ladder #1 searched for any victims. No one was inside and fire damage was limited to the one unit. |
Fire in Hotel Suite
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March 25, 2020
Engine #4 was first to arrive to this hotel on Wake Union Church Rd where a fire was reported. Upon making their way to the third floor, heavy smoke was found in the hallway. Three sprinkler heads had activated in a large suite and had mostly extinguished the fire as crews made entry. No injuries were reported but some occupants were displaced. Other units operating at the scene were Engine #2, Ladder #1, and Battalion #1. |
Shed Burns in Backyard of Residence
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March 19, 2020
Engine #3 was first to arrive and extinguish an open shed fire Thursday afternoon. The fire was believed to start after a lawnmower that was used was parked and left unattended. No injuries occurred. |
Vehicle On Its Roof
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March 18, 2020
Engine #3 and Ladder #1 responded to this accident where a single vehicle rolled onto its roof. Crews were able to remove the person in the vehicle through the back hatch. |
Large Storage Barn Burns
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March 16, 2020
This large storage barn in a field off of Friendship Chapel Rd caught fire Monday afternoon and burned uncontrolled for several minutes while crews accessed the fire. The barn was roughly 800' feet off of a path so rural water supply operations were needed. Other units on scene included Engine #2, Tanker #3, Brush #1, and ATV #1. |
Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries
March 8, 2020
Daylights saving time is this weekend. The Wake Forest Fire Department reminds you that when you change your clocks, please change the batteries in your smoke detectors!
Daylights saving time is this weekend. The Wake Forest Fire Department reminds you that when you change your clocks, please change the batteries in your smoke detectors!
Patient Trapped in Vehicle
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March 3, 2020
Engine #5 (on E7) Ladder #1, and Ladder 35 from NWFD responded to this two vehicle accident at Durant Rd. and Koupela Dr. Engine #5 was able to extricate the patient from the vehicle by cutting the roof off. Patient was transported to the hospital by EMS. |
BC Curt Isakson Seminar
March 2nd and 3rd, 2020
Battalion Chief Curt Isakson from Escambia County, Florida was in Wake Forest for two days giving professional development seminars for firefighters from across the state of NC. Chief Isakson presented "Gallons Per Second," "It's Worth the Risk," and "Water on the Fire," three of his premier programs. Over 300 firefighters took part in the seminars. This is the second year the WFFD offered this type of training that includes well known outside instructors. To learn more about BC Curt Isakson, visit his website: County Fire Tactics.
Battalion Chief Curt Isakson from Escambia County, Florida was in Wake Forest for two days giving professional development seminars for firefighters from across the state of NC. Chief Isakson presented "Gallons Per Second," "It's Worth the Risk," and "Water on the Fire," three of his premier programs. Over 300 firefighters took part in the seminars. This is the second year the WFFD offered this type of training that includes well known outside instructors. To learn more about BC Curt Isakson, visit his website: County Fire Tactics.
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Ladder #1 Assists Neighboring Dept.
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February 28, 2020
Ladder #1 was called to assist Bunn Fire Dept. on a residential structure fire. Ladder #1 was requested for its aerial master stream after the fire was under control in order to completely extinguish the fire. The fire was located in the Lake Royale Community. |
Battalion Chief Curt Isakson
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Battalion Chief Curt Isakson (Escambia County, FL) is coming to Wake Forest Fire Department for two seminars in March. On March 2nd, Chief Isakson will present a three hour program titled "Gallons Per Second." On March 3rd, he will present "It's Worth the Risk" and "Water on the Fire." Chief Isakson is well know in the fire service instructor world and is the founder of County Fire Tactics. *** Tickets are SOLD OUT***
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Fire in Commercial Building
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February 9, 2020
A woodworking shop located at 2016 S. Main Street caught on fire late Sunday night. Engine #2 was first to arrive and saw a small fire in the building via a rollup door. As initial fire attack began, crews experienced a minor explosion and the fire grew drastically. Crews retreated and larger hose lines were deployed to contain the fire to the origin area. No one was injured in the blaze. Other crews on scene included Engine 3, Engine 1, Engine 5, Ladder 1, and Battalions 1 & 2. |
Annual Promotion and Awards Ceremony
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February 7, 2020
The Wake Forest Fire Department held its annual Awards and Promotion Ceremony Friday night. Promotions included the ranks of Lieutenant and Captain. Awards included several cardiac life save awards, educational awards, service awards, and the Silver Medal of Valor. Congrats to this year's Lewis B. Nuckles Award winner Captain Jim Schwenk and the Jimmy B. Keith Award winner Lt. Justin Schwenk. Deputy Chief Clifton Keith was also recognized for his 55 years of service to the organization. |
Vehicle Fire in Parking Lot
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February 5, 2020
Engine #2 arrived to the Walmart parking lot on S. Main St. to find this PT Cruiser on fire. Engine #2's crew quickly extinguished the fire that was limited to the engine compartment of the vehicle. |
Bouncy House for Fire Prevention
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February 3, 2020
The Fire Prevention Division has added this large obstacle bouncy house to use as a fire prevention tool. The house was donated to the department by a local business. |
Academy 0919 Live Burn
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January 22, 2020
Academy 0919 took part in their third live burn Wednesday. The acquired structure was located at 1009 Forestville Rd. Live fire training allows recruits to practice under real smoke and fire conditions to develop and sharpen firefighting, search and rescue, and victim removal skills. Academy 0919 is scheduled to graduate in June 2020. |
Fire in an Apartment Building
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January 14, 2020
While crews were operating at an entrapment across town, Engine #5 and Battalion #2 were first to arrive to a fire in the 200 block of N. Allen Rd. Heavy smoke was found in the apartment and coming out of the attic. Engine #5 forced entry into the apartment and initiated fire attack. Engine #4's crew conducted a search of the apartments and no occupants were found. WFFD Investigative Team was called out to investigate the fire. Click HERE for more pictures. |
Vehicle on Fire and Patient Trapped
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January 14, 2020
Two vehicles hit head-on at Ligon Mill and Greenville Loop Tuesday night. Engine 2 was first to arrive on scene and found a small fire in one of the vehicles and a patient trapped in the other vehicle. Engine #2 quickly extinguished the fire and removed the door on the other vehicle. Ladder #1 and Rescue #15 from Rolesville FD lifted the dashboard in order to removed the trapped patient. A total of two patients were transported with injuries. |
Major Renovations at Station #2
January 2020
*** UPDATED PICTURES ***
Major renovations are underway at Station #2 on Ligon Mill Rd. Renovations are taking place to add more sleeping quarters, larger kitchen, exercise room, and gear room. These changes are necessary to accomodate a second fully staffed company that will be placed in service at the firehouse upon the completion of Academy 0919 in the Spring of 2020.
*** UPDATED PICTURES ***
Major renovations are underway at Station #2 on Ligon Mill Rd. Renovations are taking place to add more sleeping quarters, larger kitchen, exercise room, and gear room. These changes are necessary to accomodate a second fully staffed company that will be placed in service at the firehouse upon the completion of Academy 0919 in the Spring of 2020.
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WFFD Updates Patch
January 1, 2020
The Wake Forest Fire Department has unveiled our new Patch that has subtle changes from our previous one. The old patch included three dates in the banner below Binkley Chapel. Our new patch has removed the three dates and replaced it with "EST. 1921". Our Centennial year is quickly approaching. Check back for more details!
The Wake Forest Fire Department has unveiled our new Patch that has subtle changes from our previous one. The old patch included three dates in the banner below Binkley Chapel. Our new patch has removed the three dates and replaced it with "EST. 1921". Our Centennial year is quickly approaching. Check back for more details!
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Patient Trapped in Vehicle
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December 29, 2019
Engine #3 was the first to arrive to this accident on Ligon Mill at Song Sparrow to find a single vehicle up against a tree with a patient trapped inside. Engine #3's crew began patient care and extrication of the patient. Engine #2 arrived and assisted. Patient was removed and transported to the hospital. |
Live Burn for Academy 0919
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December 20, 2019
Academy 0919 had their first live fire training at an acquired structure located at 152 S. Allen Rd. The class was able to train on fire behavior and extinguishment as well as hose handling. 0919 will have other live fire trainings throughout the remainder of the Academy. |
WFFD 2020 Emergency Calls
Month |
Engine #1 |
Engine #2 |
Engine #3 |
Engine #4 |
Engine #5 |
Ladder #1 |
Total Emergency Calls (Some calls have multiple units) |
January |
112 |
75 |
75 |
64 |
38 |
91 |
329 |
February |
91 |
73 |
62 |
61 |
42 |
84 |
318 |
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