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Winston-Salem, NC
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
Early one morning 22 years ago E3 (Captains Helper & Holmes & FF Brock) responded to a medical call where they delivered a beautiful baby. Today Jenae Watson was reunited w/ that crew! #OurWhy #NotJustaJob . #WSFire 107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Apartment fire: 2336 N. Cherry St. Fire attack in progress. #wsfire .119
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Winston-Salem FD
3 years
INCIDENT ALERT - Structure fire 2400 Block of Cherry Street. Fire attack in progress. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
The WSFD and Kernersville Fire Department celebrate Robert Greer’s 99th birthday!! Robert was one of the first eight black firefighters in the Winston-Salem Fire Department. #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
The new Ladder 1 TDA on its first emergency response after placing in service today. #wsfire .80
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
DRONE FOOTAGE - 4440 N. Cherry St. If you or someone you know lives within a one mile radius of this location please evacuate the area. #WeaverFire #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
16 days
Crews deployed to assist Asheville Fire cleared their first call for service with @GSOFireDept . #InThisTogether #helene2024 #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
Units on scene of a house fire 1014 Long Drive. Fire attack in progress. E14, E8, E1, E18, E15, L14, L1, R1, S3, S7, B1, B3, #wsfire .143
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - Structure fire 4440 N. Cherry St. Fire attach still in progress. No injuries. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
Working structure fire 23rd st. and Cleveland Ave. Suppression activities in progress. #wsfire .143
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
We are proud of our new arrival, Ladder 1. KME 101’ tractor drawn aerial ladder. #wsfire .140
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Firefighter Combat Challenge World Championship, Montgomery, AL. WSFD on the blue side. Czech National Team on the red. Watch Ben Emert come from behind on the hose drag and dummy for the win. A new NC record for the relay! Great job! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
ENGINEER ROSS FLYNT is headed home from the hospital! Thank to the staff at @AtriumHealthWFB for taking great care of Ross. We are grateful for the support from our community, @cityofwspolice , and fire safety family! We are WINSTON STRONG! #CommunityCares #RossFlynt #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
Apartment Fire: Stagecoach Rd. Fire Attack in progress. #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - 4440 N. Cherry St. Area within 1 mile radius being evacuated. #WSFIRE .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Pets being rescued from house fire in the 500 block of Beth Ave. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Congratulations to Battalion Chief Joe Ramsey for completing the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program!!! Great effort! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
After 7 days in eastern NC as part of a national response to Hurricane Florence, our water rescue team has returned to W-S. Final stats: 31 people and 6 animals rescued. You guys make us proud! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
Engine 18 standing by at 421/Peacehaven bridge, paying respect to Yadkin County Rescue Squad member Jason Price. Mr. Price passed away on 3-10-23 and is being escorted by Yadkin County Rescue Squad on his final ride from Duke University Hospital. #RestPeaceful #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Winston-Salem Engine Company #6 (1717 West Academy Street) first response on their brand new 2020 Sutphen Engine. #wsfire .138
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Our water rescue team has deployed to Lillington to evacuate residents ahead of an anticipated crest of the Cape Fear River that will isolate the town. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Congrats to WSFD FF J. A. Kenney (center), defenseman with the Carolina Thunderbirds, on winning the Federal Hockey League Championship! Pictured with Capt. D. S. Poole and FF T. T. Sexton. #wsfire .79
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Congratulations to Firefighter Randy Wilmoth on his retirement. 28 years of dedicated service to the Winston-Salem Fire Department. Pictured here with his wife Zina. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
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Engine 3 has been deployed to assist communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Our thoughts are with those affected as we work together to support recovery efforts. Stay safe, everyone. #helene2024 #DisasterRelief #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
The Type 1 Winston-Salem Swiftwater Rescue Team deploying to Nash County to assist with Hurricane Dorian. #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Members of the apparatus specification committee were at @KMEFire today conducting the final inspection on the new Ladder 1. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
WSFD’s newest apparatus —a Tiller, being showcased at SAFRE conference in Raleigh. #wsfire .79
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
The new Engine Three on it’s first emergency response after being placed in service this afternoon @Sutphenfire #wsfire .194
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
1 year
Oct. 05, 2023 while responding to a call for service, 2 of our firefighters were injured. We are thankful for your positive thoughts and prayers! #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
New Engine 4, a 2018 @Sutphenfire Monarch, was placed in service today at Fire Station 4 on Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Shown here on its maiden run. #wsfire .145
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Yesterday’s dispatch tally from noon to midnight: 3 building fires, 6 elevator rescues, 82 hazardous conditions, 17 haz mat, 20 medical, 10 MVC, 24 structural collapses, 5 water rescues. 139 calls between 2 & 6 pm. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
BC Chaz Browning and FF Ben Emert ran their best time ever today and finished 10th out of 82 teams in the tandem event at the FF Combat Challenge US Nationals in Ft. Pierce, FL. Way to go! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Working commercial fire 1300 block Peters Creek Parkway. Fire attack in progress. #wsfire .145
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
We’re all smiles as Engineer Ross Flynt is leaving the hospital. #WinstonStrong #RossIsHeadedHome #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
With heavy hearts we are remembering Firefighter Willie “Chick”Carter. He was pioneer and one of the first black firefighters with WSFD. He courageously served with honor for 35 years. Our sincere thoughts are with his family during this time. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - Riding through area within 1 mile radius of 4440 Cherry St. alerting residents of fire and evacuation. If you know someone in the area please advise them of hazard. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - Additional video footage from the residential fire in the 1300 block Pheasant Ln. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Lillington, NC (Harnett Co.): Our water rescue team has been working with Cary FD clearing houses. Two beagles were rescued this morning. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
INCIDENT ALERT - Units on scene of a large commercial building fire in the 2300 block N. Liberty St. Fire attack in progress. #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
Join us in celebrating Retired WSFD Sergeant, Robert Grier who turns 101 years old today. Mr. Grier was 1 of 8 African Americans to integrate WSFD in 1951. This crew (Engine 4) was NC 1st integrated Fire Company. Today and always we salute Sgt. Robert Grier. Happy Birthday! 
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Fire units are on an apartment fire in 5700 block of Shattalon Drive. Please use caution in the area. All occupants are out safe with no injuries. #wsfire . 140
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
New Engine 1, a 2018 @sutphenfire Monarch, was placed in service today at Central Fire Station on Marshall St. Shown here on its maiden run. #wsfire . 140
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
House fire 4300 block of Compton Drive. The occupant was rescued from the house by a neighbor prior to fire department arrival. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
The WSFD, WSPD and several Forsyth County public safety organizations escorted KPD’s Officer Sean Houle home from the hospital today! #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
1 year
It’s OFFICIAL, Ladder 2 is ready for the road! Push in / Wet down event as new Ladder 2 goes into service. #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
7 years
Engine 8 and Battalion 3 settle in for their first night in the new station. #wsfire .11
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Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Fire Units on the scene of a house fire at the 1400 block of 22nd st. Fire Attack in progress. #wsfire .81
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Recruit class 28 participating in the 9/11 Climb to Remember at Wake Forest BB&T field this morning. wsfire. 140
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - First arriving units apartment fire 4500 block of June Ave. Fire is controlled. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
Training tonight was to move a large amount of water at a long distance. We laid a total of 3500 feet of 5 inch supply line with 1 pumper in line, which resulted in 2900 gallons of water per minute, and we still had 50 psi residual at the hydrant. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
7 years
New Engine 14 on its maiden run after being placed in service late this afternoon. @Sutphenfire #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Father (Captain Gus Herrera) and son (Firefighter Andreas Herrera) working Weaver Fire site. #Familia #WSfire .207
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Water rescue teams operating earlier today on Bethania Station Rd. #wsfire .11
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Andrew Dye
5 years
Photo Gallery: @cityofwsfire rescued 20 residents from rising flood waters this afternoon via @JournalNow
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Vehicle fire: Southbound US 52 / Hanes Mill Rd. The fire is under control. Use caution in this area. One lane is closed until further notice. #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Members of the apparatus specification committee are conducting the final inspection on the new Engine 6. @Sutphenfire #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
INCIDENT ALERT - B4, B1, E9, E3, E4, L14, L1, R1, E12, AR1 are in the scene of a residential structure fire in the 4500 block of Renigar St.  Fire attack in progress.   #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
For the 4th straight year, WSFD has captured 1st place in the 6-person Technical Rescue Challenge at the @ncarems Annual Convention. Also won 1st place in the 2-person Helms Rescue Challenge. Outstanding effort! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
HELMET CAM VIDEO - Weaver Fertilizer site #WeaverFire #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
7 years
3:44 pm: New Rescue 1 was officially placed in service and assumed its position alongside Engine 6 in the Ardmore Neighborhood. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Winston-Salem Fire Department recruit sacrifices kidney to save daughter while in training via @myfox8 #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Congratulations to retirees Captains Dwight Freeman, Ken Kennedy, Rodney Miller, Eddie Forrest, Ricky Jarvis, Duane Cheek, Engineer Paul Logan and Captain Jim Ritchey. Thank you for your service and best wishes for a long, happy and healthy retirement! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
7 years
This afternoon, Engine 6 delivered a meal and a Nerf Blaster to the family of @GSOFireDept Captain Patterson, whose son is being treated at @wakehealth . The bond of the fire service is unbreakable. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Firefighter Combat Challenge, Anne Arundel Co, MD. Winston-Salem took 1st Place Team, 1st Place Relay and 1st Place Tandem. Way to go!!! Video shows championship relay run. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
18 days
#WSFire Search & Rescue crews are working in Haywood County assisting departments in Waynesville, Junaluska, and Clyde Counties actively searching for missing persons. #InThisTogether
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Ladder 1 responding to the Drewry Lane house fire. #wsfire .11
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Winston-Salem FD
4 years
WSFD Recruit Class 29 during their 0600 hour physical fitness session on this nice cool morning. #wsfire .138
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
7 years
Helmet camera footage from the Hutton St. fire. Units beginning a transitional fire attack. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Two-alarm commercial fire; 100 Hanes Mall Blvd. Engine 1, E10, E16, E18, E2, E4, E5, E6, E8, Ladder 1, L2, L18, Rescue 1, Battalion 1, B3, Safety 3 & 7, C100, Air 1, @FCES_EMS 25, 804, 805, @cityofwspolice . #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Fire companies are on a working house fire in the 100 block of Gloria Avenue. 1 dog has been rescued from the structure. #wsfire .143
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Video and photos from water rescues this afternoon in the Bethania Station area. Teams made 98 rescues in 5 hours. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Engine 6 & Rescue 1 with the save: greyhound with its foot caught in the latch mechanism of an SUV. Nice job, guys! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Crews are out this morning at Weaver Fertilizer site. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
10 months
INCIDENT ALERT - Crews are on the scene of an apartment fire in the 100 block of Weatherwood Ct. #WSFire
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
12 days
#WSFire Search & Rescue team is actively conducting missions in remote areas of Western NC. They're putting in long hours but are doing well and staying strong. #Committed #helene2024
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Elevator rescue. E1, L1, R1, S3 and B1 on scene. 11 people removed from the stalled elevator. No injuries. #wsfire .119
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Winston-Salem FD
6 years
House fire: 2450 Boone Ave. Fire attack in progress. #wsfire .119
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Winston-Salem FD
6 years
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
13 days
#WSFire Search & Rescue Team missions included working in areas cut off by the destruction the storm. #helene2024
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Update: The fire is under control on N. Cherry St. No injuries. One dog rescued. #wsfire .119
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Congratulations to Pat Davison for making the Lion’s Den with a a 1:37.32, fastest individual time in WSFD history! #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Fire call came in, no worries Kashton @MakeAWish to the rescue. Kashton saved the day. #WSFire #MakeAWish .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
After 27 years of dedicated service to our community, Mike Nichols is retiring from fire services. Join us in sending him well wishes! #WellWishes #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
3 years
Don’t tell Chief Mayo we were out playing tag with a bull this morning. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Units responding to various calls for service. Road conditions are hazardous, so travel only if necessary. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
The Training Branch is all set to welcome 15 new recruits to the WSFD family on July 1. #wsfire .11
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Winston-Salem FD
4 years
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Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Working house fire on Homestead Lane. Fire attack in progress. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Happy Father’s Day! We’re especially thankful for those dads who are on duty today and away from their families. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
Commercial fire: 4200 block N. Patterson Ave. E1, E4, E8, E9, E14, E15, E20, L14, L18, R1, Safety 7 & 8, Battalions 1 & 3, Chief 7, Chief 100, Air 1, @FCES_EMS 36, FCFD 901 on scene. #wsfire .11
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Winston-Salem FD
7 years
The apparatus spec committee is in Roanoke today performing the midpoint inspection on a new @KMEFire tractor-drawn aerial. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
WSFD personnel joining other local fire departments from around the area participating in the “Circle of Fire” saluting our hospital care-givers for their service. #wsfire .143
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Engine 10 and Battalion 1 providing mutual aid to the Clemmons Fire Department in the 1800 Blk of Blackberry Ln. Lewisville, Vienna, Smith Grove, and Advance Fire Departments also on scene. #wsfire .120
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
WSFD is partnering with WSFCS and KFD to support the Fire Academy at Glenn High School. The partnership will recruit and prepare students for a career in the fire service. #wsfire .123 #wsfcs
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
4 years
It’s official! E14’s 2020 Sutphen Heavy-Duty Custom Monarch Pumper placed into service today. Features include a 1500 GPM single stage pump, 750 gallon water tank, and a 6 person clean cab. #wsfire .132
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Winston-Salem FD
6 years
Rescue One has returned to service at the newly renovated Fire Station Seven at 100 Arbor Road. #wsfd .143
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Winston-Salem FD
7 years
After a lecture on WSFD history, recruits show how to rock it old school. #wsfire .11
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Winston-Salem FD
7 years
Winston-Salem firefighter saves dog from fire the day after losing her dog to cancer. #wsfire .11
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
2 years
INCIDENT UPDATE - Residential fire in the 2700 block of Patterson Ave. No injuries or displacements. House was not occupied. #WSFire .107
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
5 years
WSFD’s Recruit Class XXVIII, joined by Asst. City Manager Damon Dequenne for their final motivational run. The class will graduate this Friday at 10 a.m. in the Salem Ballroom 2 in the Benton Convention Center. #wsfire .79
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@cityofwsfire
Winston-Salem FD
8 years
New @KMEFire heavy rescue arrived in W-S this afternoon. Scheduled for graphics & radios before tools & equipment are loaded. #wsfire .11
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