"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 |
House Fire in Area With No Hydrants
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November 19, 2019
This home on Oriole Dr. in Wake Forest had lots of fire showing from the roof when crews arrived on scene around 3:00pm on Tuesday. Wake Forest Battalion #2 was first to arrive followed by mutual aid units from Northern Wake and Wake Forest Engine #4. The home is in a neighborhood that has no fire hydrants so crews had to set up a rural water supply operation that consists of tankers and portable drop tanks. The fire was found to be in the attic of the home when crews made an interior fire attack. A dog and cat were rescued and no injuries were reported as the home owners were not at home at the time of the fire. Wake Forest crews on scene included Engine #4, Engine #2, Engine #5, Ladder #1, Battalions #1 and #2, Tanker #4. Mutual aid departments on scene were from Northern Wake, Rolesville, Wendell, New Hope, Swift Creek, Western Wake, Durham Highway, and Youngsville (Franklin County). The cause of the fire has yet to be determined. Click HERE for more pictures. |
Tiller School
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October 21, 2019
Since receiving the very first Tractor Drawn Aerial (Tiller) in WFFD history, staff have been partaking in week long tiller schools which teach the fundamentals of driving the unique apparatus. Cone courses are set up that include maneuvers of right turns, serpentines, "p-traps," backing, and turning around in limited spaces. A new tiller has been purchased and should be delivered in the Fall of 2020. |
2019 Annual Report
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The 2019 Annual Report has been published. To review the document, please click HERE.
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Major Renovations at Station #2
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October 2019
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. |
Challenge Coins For Sale
Company Challenge coins are for sale at Station #1 (420 Elm Ave) and cost $10 a piece. Pictured below are companies Engine #1, Engine #2, Engine #3, and Engine #5.
Tunnel To Towers 5k
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October 12, 2019
The Stephen Siller Foundation's Tunnel to Towers 5k returned to Wake Forest this Saturday. The annual event brings hundreds of runners for a beneficial run set up by the family of FDNY FF Stephen Siller who perished on 9/11/01. To learn more about the foundation, click here. |
Build a Firetruck
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October 12, 2019
Engine #4 took part in an event hosted by Lowes Home Improvement where kids could build firetrucks while seeing a real one in person! |
Fire Prevention Week
October 6th - October 12th 2019
Vehicle Fire
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October 5, 2019
A vehicle caught on fire at the intersection of Durham Rd and Calvin Jones HWY Saturday morning and Engines #4 and #5 responded to it. Crews arrived to find the car burning from the engine compartment. The fire was quickly extinguished and no injuries were reported. |
Vehicle Burns Near Home
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October 4, 2019
Engine #1 was first to arrive to find this home on Pineview Dr Friday afternoon to find a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. The vehicle was sitting in the driveway of the home and was threatening the building. Crews quickly extinguished the blaze before any damage to the home occurred. |
Academy 0919
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October 1, 2019
15 new recruits started their 8 month academy Tuesday morning. During these 8 months, recruits will go through strenuous physical training and receive EMT-B, FF I&II certifications, Haz-Mat operations, and Technical Rescue. When these recruits graduate, they will start their probationary period on the fire apparatus.
15 new recruits started their 8 month academy Tuesday morning. During these 8 months, recruits will go through strenuous physical training and receive EMT-B, FF I&II certifications, Haz-Mat operations, and Technical Rescue. When these recruits graduate, they will start their probationary period on the fire apparatus.
Vehicle Teeters on Embankment
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September 30, 2019
Engine #3 and Ladder #1 responded to a two vehicle accident on Rogers Rd and Marshal Farm St where one vehicle was un-stabilized on the side of the road. Ladder #1 used a strap to secure the vehicle so that patients could be safely removed. Two patients were transported to the hospital by EMS. |
Two Vehicles Collide, No Injuries
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August 28, 2019
Engine #1 and Ladder #1 responded to the intersection Dr. Calvin Jones HWY & Heritage Lake Rd where two vehicles collided in a t-bone like accident. East bound lanes were temporarily closed while crews operated. No injuries were reported in the accident. |
Community Backpack Give Away
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August 18, 2019
Engine #1 participated in this years Backpack Give Away held by the Hope House of Wake Forest Group. This annual event helps provide back-to-school supplies to those who may not have them. |
Multiple Injuries in Accident
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July 20, 2019
Engine #4 was first to arrive to this vehicle accident on Capital Blvd at Purnell Rd. When they arrived they found two vehicles involved and multiple injuries. Patient care was given and Capital Blvd was shut down by Ladder 1. Patients were transported by EMS and debris and fluids were cleaned up before Capital Blvd was reopened. |
Fire Extends Into Attic of Home
July 13, 2019
A fire that started on the outside of this home on Cornwell Dr Tuesday afternoon spread up the outside of the house and quickly entered the attic. Engine #3 was first on scene to find heavy fire on the side of the home and smoke conditions indicating fire in the attic. Crews extinguished the exterior flames before making their way to the attic to fully extinguish the fire. All residents were able to escape the home uninjured. Other units on scene included Engines #2 and #5, Ladder #1, and a mutual aid unit from Rolesville FD. Click HERE to see more pictures.
A fire that started on the outside of this home on Cornwell Dr Tuesday afternoon spread up the outside of the house and quickly entered the attic. Engine #3 was first on scene to find heavy fire on the side of the home and smoke conditions indicating fire in the attic. Crews extinguished the exterior flames before making their way to the attic to fully extinguish the fire. All residents were able to escape the home uninjured. Other units on scene included Engines #2 and #5, Ladder #1, and a mutual aid unit from Rolesville FD. Click HERE to see more pictures.
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Family Displaced in House Fire
June 29th, 2019
A fire on the back deck of this home on Gross Ave quickly extended into the attic Saturday afternoon. Ladder #1 arrived to find smoke and fire in the attic and quickly went to work to extinguish the blaze. Crews had the fire under control in about 15 minutes. The family of four was able to escape unharmed in the blaze. Wake County Fire Investigator conducted the investigation of the blaze. Units on scene included WFFD Ladder #1, Engine #4, #2, #3, and mutual aid from Rolesville FD.
A fire on the back deck of this home on Gross Ave quickly extended into the attic Saturday afternoon. Ladder #1 arrived to find smoke and fire in the attic and quickly went to work to extinguish the blaze. Crews had the fire under control in about 15 minutes. The family of four was able to escape unharmed in the blaze. Wake County Fire Investigator conducted the investigation of the blaze. Units on scene included WFFD Ladder #1, Engine #4, #2, #3, and mutual aid from Rolesville FD.
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Fire Burns Two Townhouses
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June 28th, 2019
WFFD units, along with units from Raleigh, Northern Wake, Rolesville, and New Hope battled this townhouse fire on Gross Ave Friday afternoon. The fire started on the exterior of the structure as seen in this photo and quickly burned up and into the attic. A quick attack on the fire stopped the blaze from destroying the entire row of townhouses. Damage was limited to two units. The residents of the townhouses were able to escape without injuries. The cause of the fire was under investigation when crews cleared the scene. Click HERE for more pictures. |
Mobile Home Engulfed in Flames
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June 24th, 2019
Engine #1 was first on scene to this mobile home Monday night to find it fully involved with fire. Crews deployed multiple hose lines to extinguish the blaze. The floor of the home hand burned out not allowing or firefighters to make easy entrance. Several oxygen bottles inside were heard exploding as the fire raged. No one lived in the mobile home and the power hand been turned off. WFFD and Wake County Fire Investigator investigated the fire for a possible cause. One firefighter was taken to the hospital with a minor injury. Units on scene included WFFD Engines 1, 2, 3, Ladder 1, and mutual aid units from Rolesville FD. Click HERE for more pictures. |
Gas Leak in Neighborhood
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June 24, 2019
Crews installing underground utilities struck a gas line on Prarie Aster Ct Monday afternoon. Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to the leak where natural gas could be smelled for several hundred yards. Homes in the immediate area were evacuated and WFFD crews stood by while the gas company clamped the line and stopped the leak. No injuries were reported. |
Heavy Rain Causes Flooding
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June 8th, 2019
Heavy rains across the Triangle caused flooding in various locations including this spot on Ligon Mill Rd near Greenville Loop. The vehicle in the picture became trapped in the flooding but no one was injured.. Other locations that were impacted by flooding included Rogers Rd at Hobblebush and Shasta Daisy Drive. WFFD urges all to remember to never drive through standing water. "Turn around, don't drown!" |
Driver Pinned in Vehicle
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June 1, 2019
The driver of this vehicle was pinned in after their vehicle ran off the road and slammed into a tree on Capital Blvd near Star Rd. Engine 2 and Ladder 1 responded to the accident where the driver had to be cut out of the vehicle with hydraulic tools and was then transported to the hospital with traumatic injuries. |
Tractor Trailer Rolls on Side
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May 10, 2019
Engine #5 responded to a tractor trailer that lost control and rolled on its side at the intersection of Old Falls of Neuse and Falls of Neuse Rd Friday afternoon losing it's load of cinder blocks. The driver of the truck was uninjured and units stayed on scene until the truck could be turned right side up. |
Drone Training Video Filmed in Wake Forest
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May 8, 2019
As the Wake Forest Fire Department is one of the leaders in Drone Technology for the fire service in the country, DJI Corporation, NC Department of Aviation, and the NC Public Safety Drone Academy filmed a training video with crews from the WFFD. The video will be shown internationally and highlight the effectiveness of drones as they relate to the fire service. Stay tuned for a link with the completed video. |
Police Chase Ends in Accident
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May 1, 2019
A police chase came to an end at the intersection of S. Main St and Dr. Calvin Jones Hwy when the suspect slammed his vehicle into another vehicle and two motorcycles. Engine 1 and Ladder 1 responded to the accident that sent a total of 5 to the hospital. The suspect was apprehended by police after the accident. |
Vehicle Wraps Around Tree
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April 29, 2019
Engine #4 was first on scene to this accident on Purnell Rd where a car ran off the road and wrapped around a tree. Engine 4 and Ladder 1 were able to remove the patient that was transported to the hospital with traumatic injuries. No other vehicles were involved. |
Building and Vehicle Catch Fire
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April 28, 2019
Engines 4, 2, and 1 along with Ladder 1 responded with Northern Wake FD to a building fire on Purnell Rd Sunday afternoon. WFFD crews assisted with fire extinguishment and water shuttle operations. A shed and several vehicles were destroyed in the blaze. No injuries were reported. |
Thank You For Your Support!
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April 26, 2019
Thank you to all who volunteered, baked desserts, and came to Station #1 to eat at this year's annual Fish Fry. Without your support this event would not be a success! We look forward to seeing everyone next year on Friday, April 17th, 2020. |
Multiple Injuries in Vehicle Accident
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April 26, 2019
At 6:43 PM, Wake Forest Fire Department units were dispatched to Thompson Mill Rd and Durham Rd for a multiple vehicle collision. Engine 4, Engine 5, Ladder 1, and Battalion 1 arrived on the scene quickly. Multiple units from Wake County EMS were dispatched to transport injured persons for medical care. |
Dryer Safety
April 25, 2019
The following video was aired on ABC 11 about dryer safety. Thanks to the WFFD Fire Prevention Team and ABC 11 for developing this.
The following video was aired on ABC 11 about dryer safety. Thanks to the WFFD Fire Prevention Team and ABC 11 for developing this.
Head-On Collision
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April 22, 2019
Engine #5 and Ladder #1 responded to this accident on Falls of Neuse Rd where two vehicles hit head-on. The road was shut down while crews operated. Patients were transported to the hospital with injuries |
HVAC Fire Fills McDonald's Full of Smoke
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April 20, 2019
When Engine #1 and Ladder #1 arrived at McDonald's on Durham Rd, smoke was seen throughout the restaurant. Ladder #1 went to the roof to discover a HVAC unit that had burned up and sent smoke throughout the entire restaurant. Power was killed to the unit and smoke was removed. No further damage occurred. |
4 Vehicle Accident
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April 19, 2019
Engine #2 and Ladder #1 responded to this four vehicle accident on Capital Blvd and Circle Dr Friday afternoon where three minor injuries were reported. Two of the injuries were transported to the hospital. |
HVAC Unit Malfunction
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April 18, 2019
A HVAC unit on the roof of Taco Bell sent WFFD units responding Thursday afternoon to the business on S. Main St. Ladder #1 was first to arrive on scene and was told by an employee that smoke could be smelled inside the business. After investigating, the HVAC unit was found to be malfunctioning and power was cut, no fire or smoke damage was found. |
Fire Shuts Down Restaurant
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April 11, 2019
A small fire at Chili's Restaurant on Capital Blvd shut down business for the evening. Engines 4,2, 3, 1, and Ladder 1 arrived to find a small fire in a wall near the back of the restaurant and smokey conditions in the kitchen area. A hole was cut and the fire was extinguished before too much damage occurred. Fans were used to remove smoke from the restaurant and then the WFFD Investigation Team investigated the fire. No injuries were reported. |
Possible Flooding Shuts Down Forestville Rd.
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April 5, 2019
On the evening of April 5, 2019 a passing motorist noticed water running down the embankment along Forestville Road from Marshall Pond in Wake Forest. The Wake Forest Fire Department and Wake Forest Police Department were dispatched. The road in front of Heritage High School was closed while the area was examined. |
Vehicle Strikes Historic Building
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March 31, 2019
Wake Forest Engine 1, Ladder 1, and Battalion 1 were dispatched to a collision. A vehicle struck the corner of a historic brick building at the corner of Brewer and East Chestnut Avenue. No other vehicles were involved at the scene. The driver was removed unconscious from the vehicle, and Engine 1 and Ladder 1 crews gave initial first aid and Wake EMS paramedics arrived shortly after that. Wake EMS transported both the driver and a child to the hospital for medical care. |
Small Fire in Apartment Complex
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March 24, 2019
Ladder #1 was first to arrive to find a small fire on the back porch of an apartment on Sugar Hollow Ln Sunday morning. The fire was quickly extinguished before it could spread inside the apartment by Ladder #1 and Engine #3. No injuries were reported. |
Vehicle Lands on Roof
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March 24, 2019
Engine 1 and Ladder 1 responded to a single vehicle accident at Traditions Grande and Wait Ave in the early hours of Sunday morning. A single vehicle was found on its roof and no passengers were on scene. Eventually, WFPD located the driver of the vehicle with no injuries. |
Passengers Trapped and Pinned In Vehicle
March 22, 2019
A two vehicle accident on Capital Blvd, just north of Burlington Mills Rd, left one passenger trapped and another passenger pinned-in their vehicle. Engine #2, Ladder #1, and Raleigh Ladder #5 responded to the accident and worked to free the passengers in the mangled vehicle. Using hydraulic tools, the two patients were eventually freed and transported to the hospital with serious injuries.
A two vehicle accident on Capital Blvd, just north of Burlington Mills Rd, left one passenger trapped and another passenger pinned-in their vehicle. Engine #2, Ladder #1, and Raleigh Ladder #5 responded to the accident and worked to free the passengers in the mangled vehicle. Using hydraulic tools, the two patients were eventually freed and transported to the hospital with serious injuries.
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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. |
Fire Set to Vehicles
March 9, 2019
The WFFD Fire Investigation Team was called out to Superior Dr Saturday morning after Engine #2 and Engine #3 responded to a fire involving a pick-up truck and a tractor trailer. Engine #2 arrived on scene to find a pick-up truck fully involved with fire that had spread to a tractor trailer near by. The fire was extinguished by both Engine companies and then investigated.
The WFFD Fire Investigation Team was called out to Superior Dr Saturday morning after Engine #2 and Engine #3 responded to a fire involving a pick-up truck and a tractor trailer. Engine #2 arrived on scene to find a pick-up truck fully involved with fire that had spread to a tractor trailer near by. The fire was extinguished by both Engine companies and then investigated.
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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. |
WFFD Gives Aid on House Fire
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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. |
WFFD 2019 Emergency Calls
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Engine #5 |
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January |
117 |
78 |
49 |
54 |
41 |
100 |
312 |
February |
156 |
71 |
49 |
68 |
34 |
98 |
373 |
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