Recent news

Wagener receives new T.I.C.

Wagener Fire Department is proud to announce the receipt of a new Thermal Imaging Camera.  The T.I.C., an MSA Evolution Model 5200, was purchased with the help of a legislative grant sponsored by Sen. Nikki Setzler.  This tool will be a great addition to our capabilities and we thank Sen. Setzler for his support in allowing us to acquire this new tool.

Wagener holds joint training with other area departments.

Wagener FD recently held a joint training session with surrounding departments including Couchton, Hollow Creek and Salley to begin the process of ISO accreditation for rural water supply.  After much hard work on everyone's part, this will allow Wagener and it's surrounding departments to hopefully drop their ISO rating.  We appreciate everyone's hard work and hope to have this successfully in hand shortly.

Chief Mark Redd passes 30 yrs as volunteer

On Sept 8th, 2008, Wagener FD and Wagener Town Council celebrated 30 yrs of service from Chief Mark Redd.  Chief Redd officially joined Wagener FD in September of 1978, although he had been running with the deprtment for several months prior to actually joining.  During this time he has risen through the ranks from a firefighter all the way up to Chief.  He has been instrumental over the past few years in helping WFD to secure grants and new equipment.  He has also been instrumental in keeping WFD on the edge of new procedures and technology to better serve the community.  We all appreciate the dedication it has taken over the years and look forward to serving under him for many more years.

WFD assists with countywide response to large brush fire in Couchton

Wagener Fire Department members assisted with an approx. 250+/- acre brush fire at the corner of Cooks Bridge Rd and Snipes Pond Rd.  All total there were 13 departments, ACSO, ACEMS, SCFC and USFC operating at this fire, which took the better part of 6 hrs to be declared under control, although Forestry was on scene with active burns at the site for 3 days.  WFD personnel assisted with the evacuation of residents whose homes were being threatened by the large blaze.

Wagener Fire Department members compete in Combat Challenge @ SCFFA Convention

On July 17th, 2009, members of Wagener Fire Department competed in the FF Combat Challenge @ the SC Firefighter's Association Annual Convention in Myrtle Beach, SC.  The members competed in the 5-man team relay, and finished with a time of 2 minutes 28 seconds.  Team members and portions of the event were as follows: Lt. Cody Redd--Stair Climb/High Rise Pack,  Chief Mark Redd--Hose Roll Hoist,  Lt. Brodie Redd--Keiser Sled, Asst. Chief Russell Redd--Serpentine/Hose Advance, FF Scottie Redd--Dummy Drag. This marks the 1st time in history that a father and 4 sons have competed in the Challenge.  Official results are pending.   See our Photos page for pics.