Winston-Salem Fire Department

Early warning and suppression systems, such as fire alarms and residential sprinkler systems, are a first line of defense in preventing the loss of life and mitigating property damage.  The Winston-Salem Fire Department serves the community by providing a timely response to calls for assistance involving fire, emergency medical situations, and incidents necessitating rescue.  In addition, the department strives for the prevention of unwanted fires through code enforcement, education, and arson investigation activities.

WSFD Quick Facts 

• FY09 Number of calls = 23,647
• FY09 Number of fire calls= 908
• FY09 Number of EMS/Rescue calls = 16,430
• FY09 Number of other calls (False Alarm, Hazardous Conditions, etc.) = 6,309
• FY10 (current) Number of employees = 343

Firefighter Starting Pay:

• HS Diploma = $29,040.00
• Associate’s Degree = $30,490.00
• Bachelor’s Degree = $31, 940

• Fire Department receives a Citizen Satisfaction
  Overall Rating of an A- 
• New requirements for CO Detectors [external site] 
• Fire Inspections Video [video/] 
• Alder's Point summary released [pdf/125kb/8p] 
• Pay Fire Dept. Permit fees and Citations online