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.
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.