ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) proudly held the commencement exercise for Class 2024-1 “Vermilions” at Government House, St. Croix. The ceremony celebrated twelve new..
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at approximately 11:08 p.m., Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) responded to a structure fire in the Smith Bay area of St. Thomas. Firefighters from Lima..
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Virgin Islands Fire & Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) officially concluded firefighting operations at the Bovoni Landfill as of 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025. All visible flames and smoke have since been..
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — On Wednesday, May 15, 2025, at approximately 7:10 p.m., Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) received a report via 911 of smoke coming from the Bovoni Landfill. Units from Lima Company..
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) reminds the public that Water Island remains under a permanent burn ban. The recent updates regarding the lifting of the territory-wide burn ban do not apply..
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..
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..
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..
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, 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..