ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – As July unfolds, St. Croix prepares to celebrate vibrant community events such as Jump Up, Mango Melee, and Tart Wars. The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) reminds all vendors that..
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Virgin Islands Fireworks Law (Code): Safety Reminder
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – As the territory approaches the summer season and the Fourth of July holiday, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) reminds the public of the importance of adhering to local laws governing the..
VIFEMS Welcomes Newest Graduates During St. Croix District Commencement Exercise
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..
VIFEMS Responds to Late-Night Fire in Smith Bay
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..
Day Two: VIFEMS Concludes Firefighting Operations at Bovoni Landfill
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..
VIFEMS Responds to Green Waste Fire at Bovoni Landfill
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..
Permanent Burn Ban Remains in Effect for Water Island
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..
Territorial Burn Ban Lifted
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..
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..