U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) announces the immediate lifting of the territorial burn ban, which had been in effect since April 9, 2025. This decision follows careful consideration of current environmental..
Year: 2025
VIFEMS Responds to Structure Fire in Profit; One Injured
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— At approximately 4:52 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a structure fire in the Profit area, following multiple 911 calls from residents reporting visible..
Territorial Burn Ban in Effect
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Effective immediately, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) announces a territory-wide burn ban. This decision has been made in response to increased fire risks and high winds affecting the territory currently. The..
Vehicle Fire Causes Damage to Living Life Health Food Restaurant in Castle Coakley
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – At approximately 4:19 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a structure fire at the Living Life Health Food Restaurant, located at 56 Castle..
St. Croix Vendors: Get Ready for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is set to bring excitement to Downtown Christiansted on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Vendors who wish to participate are required to complete a fire safety inspection before setting..
VIFEMS Contains Early Morning Blaze at Abandoned Building in Queen Quarters
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at approximately 4:53 a.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) received a report of a structure fire at Nye Gade 3A, Queen Quarters, near the..
VIFEMS Honors the Legacy of Captain Barbara June Frost, the Territory’s First Female Firefighter
The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) honors and pays tribute to Barbara June Frost, the first female firefighter in the territory. With 28 years of dedicated service, Barbara retired as a Captain and led the..
Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Hull Bay Hideaway Restaurant (The Shack)
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – This morning, at approximately 7:03 a.m., Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) was dispatched to Hull Bay Hideaway Restaurant, also known as The Shack, after reports of a fire at the..
St. Croix Vendors: Get Your Booths Ready for the 2025 Agriculture & Food Fair
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The St. Croix Annual Agriculture & Food Fair is just around the corner, scheduled for February 15–17, 2025. Vendors are encouraged to begin preparing their booths now. The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency..
VIFEMS Rescues Family Dog in Pepper Tree Terrace Structure Fire
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On January 21, 2025, at approximately 5:16 PM, the St. Croix 911 Emergency Call Center (ECC) received a report of an active structural fire at Pepper Tree Terrace. The caller reported that..