From the Division of Forestry

CHARLESTON, WV — To reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires due to dry weather conditions, low water levels in communities, and fire activity, Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation that bans all outdoor burning throughout West Virginia, effective today, November 4, 2024.

The Governor’s order makes it unlawful for any person in the state to engage in outdoor ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of Bedington flew to Florida for the final meeting at Pierce plant for the new tanker coming soon. This tanker is was awarded through a FEMA AFG grant as a result of hard work from numerous members of the department. All the members who worked many hours on the process are very appreciated. This tanker will provide the citizens of Bedington and Berkeley County with a capable piece of equipment ... (Full Story & Photos)

We encourage you to practice your home escape plan in case of a fire in your residence.... (Full Story & Photos)

WV DOF reminds residents to confine their outdoor burning to the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., according to the West Virginia State Code Chapter 20-3-5. Fires set during that time must be put out before 7 a.m.

The fall fire season state law restrictions include:

No outdoor burning from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Any fire set between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. must be extinguished before 7 a.m.
Fires must be attended ... (Full Story)

Members of the fire department got together with their families for Labor Day cookout at Station 40. Each family brought a covered dish and got to try out the new Blackstone grill for the station we purchased from our pop fund revenue. Good food and good times were enjoyed by all.... (Full Story & Photos)

We would like to congratulate our members Jonathan Emerick, Tony Curtis, Mary Newcomb, Devon Kidwell, Parker Martin, David Degrange, and Caleb Easterling for completing their Fire 1 certification along with their live burn. We are extremely proud of the hard work and dedication each of you has shown over the last several months. Keep up the good work.... (Full Story & Photos)

While some may consider lithium-ion batteries a “big win” in the energy storage scene, this technology raises some unique fire safety concerns. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, at least 25,000 fire or overheating incidents in lithium-ion batteries occurred in a five-year period. Furthermore, heat, smoke, toxic gases, and the potential for explosions are all dangers associated ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Baker Heights Fire Dept. and the community for raising $12,500 dollars for Jeremy Taylor with his ongoing battle with cancer. ... (Full Story & Photos)