ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – On Thursday, June 25, 2026, at approximately 9:38 a.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to reports of a brush fire at the Bovoni Landfill. Upon arrival, firefighters..
Year: 2026
VIFEMS Responds to Brush Fire Along South Shore Road
ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to reports of a brush fire along South Shore Road in the vicinity..
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 currently affecting the territory…
VIFEMS Responds to Vehicle Fire in Mariendahl
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Thursday, June 11, 2026, at approximately 2:50 a.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to reports of a possible structure fire in the Mariendahl area of St…
Virgin Islands Fireworks Law (Code): Safety Reminder
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – As the Fourth of July holiday draws near, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) reminds residents and visitors of the importance of adhering to local laws governing the sale, possession, and..
VIFEMS Extinguishes Vessel Fire at Compass Point Marina
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Monday, June 1, at approximately 10:14 p.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a vessel fire at Compass Point Marina after receiving reports of flames coming..
VIFEMS Responds to Vessel Fire Off the Coast of St. Thomas
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Sunday, May 31, at approximately 3:39 p.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a vessel fire off the coast of St. Thomas. Marine One (VIFEMS’ marine..
VIFEMS Responds to Structure Fire in Estate Nazareth
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Wednesday, May 20, at approximately 1:11 p.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a structure fire in the vicinity of Estate Nazareth after receiving reports of..
VIFEMS Contains Structure Fire at Salem Furniture
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Wednesday, April 1, at approximately 9:43 p.m., the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) received a report of a structure fire at Salem Furniture, located along Moravian Highway across..
VIFEMS Launches New Website to Enhance Public Access
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) has officially launched a new website, now available at vifems.vi.gov, providing improved public access to essential information, services, and resources. Developed in partnership with Mango..