U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) held an Ambulance Blessing Ceremony today, marking the formal commissioning of seven newly acquired ambulances into service. The units will be deployed throughout the Territory..
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) will implement a new tiered fee structure for Special Event Inspection Applications throughout the territory, effective November 1, 2025. The revised structure was developed following..
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In celebration of Fire Prevention Week and to allow staff to participate in employee appreciation activities, the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) administrative offices will follow the schedule below on Friday,..
The theme for Fire Prevention Week™, October 5–11, 2025, is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) is teaming up with the National Fire..
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) held a celebratory ceremony today, Monday, July 28, 2025, to recognize a significant donation from longtime partner Pafford Medical Services. The contribution is aimed at strengthening..
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..
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..
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..
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..