Electricity Supply Unaffected By Fire At Pockwood Pond Power Station

Sunday, 8 October 2017 - 4:55pm

A fire which occurred at about 5:00 a.m. this morning at the Henry Wilfred “Freddie” Smith Power Station in Pockwood Pond was successfully extinguished.

Fire Extinguished At BVI Electricity Corporation

Sunday, 8 October 2017 - 9:58am

The public is advised that a fire at the Pockwood Pond Power Station caused by a burnt switchgear has been extinguished

Fire Services Ignited By Addition Of 7 New Members

Wednesday, 17 May 2017 - 5:19pm

The Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Services added seven new fire officers who successfully completed their 14 week training programme.

Minister Vanterpool: Pledge To Serve The Public, Without Favouritism

Wednesday, 17 May 2017 - 4:13pm

Ladies and Gentlemen, today, we gather here to celebrate the achievements of a number of individuals in our community, as they take their desire to serve, to another level.

Fire Department Gets Six New Recruits

Thursday, 9 February 2017 - 2:39pm

Six new recruits have been added to the cohort of fire officers at the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service.

Territory’s First Chief Fire Officer Remembered

Tuesday, 7 February 2017 - 5:00pm

Mr. Colin Graham who served as Chief Fire Officer of the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service from 1985 to1989 will be laid to rest in the United Kingdom today, February 8.

Quick Response By Officers Saves Homes From Fire

Tuesday, 24 January 2017 - 2:30pm

Fire Officers from the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service were able to contain and extinguish a spreading fire in Chalwell Estate ......

Public Reminded To Be Cautious Of Potential Fire Hazards

Monday, 23 January 2017 - 1:13pm

The Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service has issued a strong reminder for persons to be vigilant of potential fire hazards and to dispose of their garbage at the incinerator in Pock Wood Pond.

Fire Safety Week Exposes Hidden Fire Hazards

Friday, 14 October 2016 - 4:23pm

After a week filled with events in observance of Fire Safety Awareness Week, the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service says it is pleased with the community support they received in response to efforts to highlight the importance of fire safety. 

Fire Officer Romney Thomas Is 2016 Iron Man Champion

Thursday, 13 October 2016 - 4:53pm

After an intense competition, Fire Officer #03, Romney Thomas captured the title of Champion of the Iron Man / Breathing Apparatus Endurance Competition, staged as part of activities in observance of Fire Safety Awareness Month.

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