West Florence Fire Rescue

July 4th Safety Tips

Fireworks Safety

The best way to enjoy fireworks is to visit public fireworks displays put on by professionals who know how to safely handle fireworks.
If you plan to use fireworks, make sure they are legal in your area.
Never light fireworks indoors or near dry grass.
Always have a bucket of water and/or a fire extinguisher nearby. Know how to operate the fire extinguisher properly.
Do not wear loose clothing while using fireworks.
Stand several feet away from lit fireworks. If a devise does not go off, do not stand over it to investigate it. Put it out with water and dispose of it.
Always read the directions and warning labels on fireworks. If a devise is not marked with the contents, direction and a warning label, do not light it.
Supervise children around fireworks at all times.

Barbecue Safety

Before using a grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure the venturi tubes - where the air and gas mix - are not blocked.
Do not overfill the propane tank.
Do not wear loose clothing while cooking at a barbecue.
Be careful when using lighter fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame can flashback up into the container and explode.
Keep all matches and lighters away from children. Teach your children to report any loose matches or lighters to an adult immediately. Supervise children around outdoor grills.
Dispose of hot coals properly - douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that the fire is out. Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.
Never grill/barbecue in enclosed areas - carbon monoxide could be produced.
Make sure everyone knows to Stop, Drop and Roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call 911 or your local emergency number if a burn warrants serious medical attention.

Information courtesy of U.S. Fire Administration

Looking for volunteers!

West Florence Fire Department is always looking for people to volunteer with the department. As a volunteer you are entitled to the following things.

Tax credit on state taxes.
Free training provided by WFFD and SC State Fire Academy.
Free Fire Gear and WFFD apparel.
Free Equipment.
Free Meals.
Retirement Program.
Insurance Program.
Live-in Program that includes free rent, internet, and tv access.
The feeling that you helped someone.

If you do not want to participate firefighting we also accept applications for First Responders. These people would respond to EMS calls and provide preliminary medical treatment before the ambulance arrives.

Click on "Download on Application" on the right and turn it in to Station 1 if interested. We meet the 1st Tuesday night at 7:30 pm for business meeting at the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday night for training at 7:30pm. Feel free to come out and meet the men and women that serve the community.

WFFD Respond to Fatal MVA on I-95

May 24, 2009- WFFD responded to a reported 2 car mva on I-95. Upon arrival of E-211 found one patient trapped in one vehicle. E-211 crew began extricating patient from vehicle and assisted EMS with the loading of patient. E-211 and R-213 responded.

Truck vs Car

April 27, 2009- WFFD responded to a truck vs car. E-221 responded to the mva. Upon arrived patients were ok and did not go to hospital.

WFFD Responds to Car in Creek

Saturday March 28, 2009- West Florence Fire Department responded to a reported car in a creek with confirmed entrapment. Chief Hendrix arrived on scene to find a single car that had gone over the bridge with the patient still entrapped. Battalion Chief Wooten and Captain Spann got into the creek and had to use the jaws of life to open the door under the water. Other personnel were on the creek bank handing equipment to them as needed and were able to free the patient from the car in the matter of minutes. Patient was then turned over to EMS for transport. Great job to all the firefighters that were on-scene as this was a unique situation.

E-231; R-213; and SQ-235 responded.

West Florence Responds to Early House Fire

West Florence Fire Department responded to an early morning house fire on December 18, 2008. The house was fully involved upon the arrival of Engine 221. A defensive operation was conducted with protection of exposures. All occupants were able to make it safely out of the house. City of Florence Fire Department was call to assist.

E-221; E-211; R-213; E-231; E-121 all responded.

2008 Year in Review

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About Us...

Thank you for visiting the West Florence Fire Department Website. West Florence Fire Department is made up of mostly volunteers however we have 6 part-time paid personnel, part-time paid State Certified Fire Marshall, and a full time paid chief. West Florence serves the western portion on Florence County which include parts of I95 and I20. We operate out of three stations and have 12 apparatus total.

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2009 Run Stats

587 Calls Run YTD

as of 7/3/09