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2024 Incidents
Month Total Runs Fires Medical

2023 Incidents
Month Total Runs Fires Medical
JAN 68 36 32
FEB 69 45 24
MAR 73 39 34
APR 75 38 37
MAY 51 25 26
JUN 57 30 27
JULY 55 39 16
AUG 64 32 32
SEPT 52 28 24
OCT 52 31 23
NOV 62 44 18
DEC 67 36 31
Total 745 423 324

2022 Incidents
Month Total Runs Fires Medical
JAN 48 15 31
FEB 38 23 15
MAR 50 21 29
APR 58 32 26
MAY 54 30 24
JUN 60 32 28
JUL 48 24 24
AUG 58 32 26
SEP 65 34 31
OCT 58 28 30
NOV 53 23 30
DEC 84 42 42
Total 674 336 336

2021 Incidents
Jan 36
Feb 34
Mar 60
Apr 44
May 44
Jun 44
Jul 40
Aug 59
Sep 37
Oct 48
Nov 49
Dec 56
Total 551

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No Caption Downtown N. Shelby St. Working Structure Fire

Blacksburg Fire Department, February 26

Around 19:30hrs Saturday night, crews were dispatched to 117 N. Shelby St. in Blacksburg for possible working structure fire. Within minutes, crews were on scene to confirm a working fire and swiftly went into action preserving evidence, buildings, and businesses along the business corridor. Thank you to all who assisted tonight with the structure fire on N. Shelby Street in downtown Blacksburg. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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2022 End of Year Overview

Chief Donovan Ford, December 31

From BVFD Chief Staff,

As 2022 comes to a close, I would like to give a GINORMOUS Thank You to all of our Volunteer Members, Fire Commission, Mutual Aid Fire Departments, Local Industries, Town Of Blacksburg Administration & Council, Cherokee County Administration & Council, And Our Community. Without the support from you all, we could not provide the service as we do.

Blacksburg Volunteer Firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Chief Donovan Ford, October 31

This past weekend, members of Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department, South Carolina attended a Heavy Stabilization & Lifting Class host by Beaver Lane Fire & Rescue. Thanks to Chief Toranze Lee, Premier Extrication, Absolute Rescue, Paratech Representatives, and The Iron Peddlers as we gain a substantial amount of knowledge to better serve our community.

Innovative techniques were used by highly training ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Smoke Alarm Request

Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department, September 27

Smoke Alarms are essential to our communities safety as we push the initiative for everyone safety as the seasons change. Please follow the links provided and completely fill out your information and most importantly, submit your request for a smoke alarm and batteries. If you have children in your homes, please practice exit drills, escape plans, and fire safety tips.

Also visit South Carolina ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption BLACKSBURG VOL. FIRE DEPARTMENT 4TH OF JULY BBQ & CHICKEN QUARTER FUNDRAISER

Chief Donovan Ford, June 15

On Monday July 4TH starting at 8:00AM, Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department will be selling Barbecue and Smoked Chicken Quarter!!!!!!!

Details will be listed below:
Menu
BBQ 1 Pint = $9.00
BBQ Plates = $10.00
Plates Include: Barbecue w/ Bun, Smoked Baked Beans, Coleslaw (Regular or BBQ), & Drink
BBQ Chicken Quarter Plates = $10.00
Plates Include: Smoked Chicken Quarter, Smoked Baked Beans, Coleslaw ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Auto Extrication Training

Chief Donovan Ford, January 30

Crews continue to train and educate themselves to keep our community safe. They put in countless hours per year to maintain our high level of service to our community. Thanks to all who assisted, donated, and contributed to the extrication training.

Photos Taken By: Photographer Mollie Smith... (Full Story & Photos)

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Thank You, Blacksburg!

August 23

We at Blacksburg fire department cannot thank our residents enough for passing the fire referendum. This new referendum will allow us to strengthen our inventory of life saving equipment. It will also allow us to move forward with the process of staffing the fire station during the week. It has always been the priority of the Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department to provide outstanding fire service ... (Full Story)


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Fire Inspections Ramping Up

Investigation and Inspection Division , August 09

The Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department is committed to fire protection and safety within our district.
To provide for the safety of firefighters and residents, we would like to schedule a time to come and conduct a fire
inspection and pre-incident planning survey at your business. Frequently asked questions are listed.

Do I have to have a fire inspection in South Carolina?
South Carolina Code ... (Full Story)


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No Caption FIRE REFERENDUM INFORMATION

July 26

Please visit our Fire Referendum Web Page regarding more information and updates concerning Blacksburg Fire Departments Fire Referendum. https://www.blacksburgfire.com/content/firedistrict/

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Fireworks Safety

Fire Investigations and Inspections Division, July 04

You're ready to enjoy your fireworks, and we're ready to see your pictures of your show.

A few tips for you to remember to keep safe tonight:

1. Only light fireworks under the supervsion of an adult.

2. Pick a spot that is not on any combustible material, such as grass or cardboard to light them.

3. Make sure windows are closed if you're lighting them near your home. The phosphorus has been ... (Full Story)


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No Caption 4th Of JULY BBQ FUNDRAISER "BEST BBQ IN THE STATE">>>Blacksburg Fire Dept.

July 03

FOLLOWING A SUCCESSFUL MONTH OF GREAT ACTIVITIES IN THE TOWN OF BLACKSBURG SC, THE BLACKSBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE WHO DONATED, PARTICIPATED, AND SUPPORTED ALL LOCAL BUSINESSES THROUGHOUT OUR TOWN. AS A RESULT, WE WOULD LIKE TO MAKE THE FOLLOWING ANNOUNCEMENT BELOW:

Come out and support your local Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department on INDEPENDENCE DAY , SATURDAY ... (Full Story & Photos)

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BBQ Fundraiser Blacksburg Vol. Fire Department

May 20

************* FUNDRAISER UPDATE NOW **************** PRE-ORDER BBQ BUTT SALE STARTING NOW. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PRE-ORDER AN ENTIRE BUTT, PLEASE INBOX OUR PAGE BY 5:00PM FRIDAY EVENING (05/22/2020).

AFTER A SUCCESSFUL WEEKEND OF GREAT ACTIVITIES IN THE TOWN OF BLACKSBURG SC, THE BLACKSBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE WHO DONATED, PARTICIPATED, AND SUPPORTED ALL LOCAL BUSINESSES ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Fire Chief Enacts Municipal Burn Ban

April 10

In light of the SCFC burn ban, which went into effect on April 7, 2020, Blacksburg Fire Chief Donovan Ford has banned all burning types in town limits, as well as our response district as a whole. "We will honor the ban and I have further banned burning in all areas of town", Chief Ford stated. He has further directed all fire personnel to extinguish any and all outdoor fires discovered. This policy ... (Full Story)


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SCFC Issues Burn Ban Statewide

April 07

The South Carolina Forestry Commission has enacted a complete and total burn ban across the state effective 4/7/2020.

The current ideal conditions for a potentially devastating wildfire coupled with a low inversion layer in the near future, which results in low laying smoke, were the reasons behind the ban. Under no circumstances may any burn, whether recreational or yard debris, be conducted. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Winter Outdoor Burning

January 02

A Happy New Year from us here at Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department.

The winter months bring about the need for yard cleaning; this can include yard debris burning. The winter months are also wildfire season in South Carolina. A small ember can travel up to a mile away and ignite a wildfire. Low humidity, dry fuels, and slight winds is the perfect remedy to ignite a potentially devastating wildfire.

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NO WAY DOWN, WE'VE GOT YOU

December 24

Tower 91 on a call for a worker stranded on a disabled scissor lift this afternoon. Crews took all safety precautions as the worker was transferred from the lift to the Aerialscope.
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Truck 91 Doing It
Truck 91 Doing It

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No Caption Fire Extinguisher Training

October 29

Blacksburg Volunteer Firefighters assisted Milliken (Magnolia Finishing) with Fire Extinguisher Training today. Members discussed the PASS Method (PULL AIM SQUEEZE SWEEP) that demonstrated the proper technique to discharge a fire extinguisher. If your business, school, company, church, or any other organization would like to have a demonstration performed at your facility, please contact the Blacksburg ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Stress and Our Profession

October 25

Normally fire fighters at Blacksburg fire department are training every Thursday doing some kind of physical skill or task. This past Thursday gave personnel invaluable training on post-incident care of themselves and their fellow firefighters.

At times, firefighters will encounter situations or incidents that they may find overwhelming or traumatic. During these times, we conduct a CISD, or a Critical ... (Full Story)


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Heating System Check

October 16

As we head into the cooler months, we will begin using our heating systems. Before using them for the winter, make sure they are clean and in good working order.

HVAC systems and other "heat pumps" should be ran on approximately 75 degrees for an hour during the day while you're home. This will burn off any dust or other particles that may be in your system.

Chimneys should be swept and inspected ... (Full Story)


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Structure fire

October 07

On 10/3/2019 at approximately 3:40pm, units were dispatched to the 500 block of S. Rutherford St. for a report of a structure fire. On arrival, units encountered heavy fire and smoke conditions. The fire was declared under control within 30 minutes of arrival.

While the home was severely damaged, the occupants were able to escape the home with no injuries reported.

Always have an escape plan for ... (Full Story)


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