"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 919-847-3684 |
Smell of Smoke in Downtown Store
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March 18, 2019
WFFD units responded to a reported structure fire at 204 S. White Street Monday afternoon. When units arrived on scene they found no fire or smoke but could smell smoke inside the building. Crews investigated all floors and the roof and discovered a small fire in a container outside of the building that sent smoke throughout the business. |
Vehicle Accident on Capital Blvd.
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March 18, 2019
A vehicle accident on Capital Blvd at Wake Union Church Rd slowed traffic while crews operated. Engine 4 and Ladder 1 responded to the accident where two vehicle were involved. Minor injuies were reported. |
Vehicle Slams Into Tree
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February 27, 2019
The driver of this vehicle was able to walk away with no injuries after slamming head-on into a tree. The accident occurred on Wait Ave near Austin View Blvd when the vehicle traveling westbound crossed traffic and traveled approximately 50 yards before hitting the tree. No other vehicles were involved. |
Chief Mike Terpak Teaches in Wake Forest
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February 21, 2019
For two days, roughly 175 firefighters from multiple fire departments attended the "Fireground/Situational Awareness Seminar" presented by retired Chief Mike Terpak from the Jersey City Fire Department (NJ). Chief Terpak is know nationally for his seminars on various topics in the fire service and Wake Forest Fire Department was grateful that he was able to share his knowledge with our members and the members of neighboring departments. |
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February 1, 2019
This aerial view of a home burning on Graham Sherron Rd in Granville County early Saturday morning is provided by WRAL Sky 5. Engine #4 and Tanker #2 responded mutual aid to assist the Brassfield Fire Department with this large fire. Engine #4 crew assisted in fire attack and a search of occupants. All occupants were able to make it out without injury. |
Driver Pinned in Wrecked Vehicle
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January 28, 2019
A driver was pinned in her wrecked vehicle following a head-on collision with another vehicle at Durham Rd and Tyler Run Dr Monday afternoon. Engine 3 and Ladder 1 worked about 20 minutes to free the pinned in driver by using hydraulic tools to cut and push the mangled car off of her. She, along with two others, were transported to the hospital by EMS. |
Truck Slams Head-on Into Tree
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January 20, 2019
A truck ran off the Wall Rd near Harris Rd and slammed head-on into a tree Sunday morning. Engine #4 and Ladder #1 responded to the accident where one patient was trasported to the hospital with injuries. No other vehicles were involved. |
Live Burn Training
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January 19, 2019
The newest WFFD probationary volunteer firefighters took part in a live burn training exercise put on by Durham Highway Saturday. For many of the probationary firefighters, this was there first time training under live fire conditions. Training exercises like this one allow firefighters to practice and learn various skills needed for firefighting operations. |
Fire Burns Carport of Home
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January 18, 2019
Engine #5 was first to arrive at this home on Topsfield Ct Friday afternoon and found a fire burning in the carport. The fire had extended to other vehicles and equipment in the carport and into the ceiling. Engine #5 crew extinguished the blaze and limited the spread of fire. Other units on scene included WFFD Engine #2, Tanker #2, and units from Northern Wake FD and Raleigh FD. |
WFFD Responds to Warehouse Fire in Bunn
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January 11, 2019
Ladder #1 was requested and responded to a large warehouse fire in Bunn. Ladder #1 was used as an elevated master stream and delivered thousands of gallons of water onto the fully involved warehouse. After hours on scene, Ladder 1 was released as other units were called in to bring the fire under control. Click HERE for more pictures. |
2018 Emergency Run Totals
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Here are the total amount of emergency responses for the WFFD as well as each unit.
WFFD- 3,996 Engine #1- 1,420 Engine #2- 857 Engine #3- 756 Engine #4- 760 Engine #5- 544 Ladder #1- 1,218 |
Shop With a Firefighter
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December 15, 2018
Once again this year, WFFD hosted the "Shop With a Firefighter" event at the Walmart in Wake Forest. Twelve children in need, all from Wake Forest, were given $200 each to spend on gifts for themselves and family members. This is a great event that our department looks forward to each year. |
Vehicle Fire
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October 30, 2018
Engine #2 responded to this single vehicle fire on the southbound side of Capital Blvd near Ponderosa Service Rd. Capital Blvd was reduced to one lane while crews quickly extinguished the fire. Damage was limited to the engine compartment of the vehicle. |
Gas Line Struck
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October 15, 2018
A gas line was struck on West Pine Ave while Town crews were installing a sign. Engine 1 and Ladder 1 responded and closed off the street so that the gas company could respond and shut off the leak. Residents were evacuated while the leak was active. No injuries were reported. |
Tunnels To Towers 5k Returns to Wake Forest
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October 13, 2018
The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5k returned to Wake Forest this year. This is an annual event that honors FF Stephen Siller of the FDNY who lost his life on 9/11. The event was delayed a month because of Hurricane Florence in September but still produced a great turnout. To learn more about the Stephen Siller Foundation and 5k, click here. |
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Hurricane Michael Brings Damage
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October 11, 2018
As the remnants of Hurricane Michael spread through the Wake Forest area, crews were busy with the damage it brought from the winds and rain. Pictured here is a large tree that fell on Wait Ave blocking half the road and bringing down power lines as well. Crews responded to multiple trees down and power lines down during the evening hours. |
2018 Annual Report
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Captain Reginald Rogers
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September 27, 2018
The Wake Forest Fire Department celebrated the retirement of Captain Reginald Rogers at Station #2 Thursday. Captain Rogers is the first to retire from Wake Forest Fire Department after serving 21 years. Rogers was also the first African-American to be a career firefighter at WFFD. Capt. Rogers served on Engine's 1, 2, and most recently 3. We would like to wish him a happy and healthy retirement. |
WFFD 2018 Emergency Calls
Month |
Engine #1 |
Engine #2 |
Engine #3 |
Engine #4 |
Engine #5 |
Ladder #1 |
Total Emergency Calls (Some calls have multiple units) |
January |
117 |
78 |
49 |
54 |
41 |
100 |
312 |
February |
156 |
71 |
49 |
68 |
34 |
98 |
373 |
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