Boiling Springs Fire Department Of Spartanburg

08/31/2026

Meet the Team Monday!
Today we spotlight Daniel Taylor, better known around the station as “Lil Ritchie.” Daniel has been with us for six years and serves on B-Shift, as well as working at the City of Spartanburg Fire Department.
When he’s not on duty, you can usually find him out on the water fishing or spending quality time with his family, which is about to get a little bigger as he and his family prepare to welcome their second child!
Thank you for your dedication and hard work, Daniel. We’re proud to have you on our team!

08/30/2026

This evening C-Shift was called out to an outdoor structure fire a little before 9:30PM near the High School. They quickly knocked down the flames with the help of North Spartanburg and Cherokee Springs Fire Departments. Thankful for the quick fire attack, and that no one was hurt in the fire! Cherokee Springs Fire District North Spartanburg Fire Department

08/30/2026

Next week will be hotter, this is a great reminder!

Triple digit summer temperatures mean kids are at greater risk for heatstroke! As temperatures rise outside, we’re reminding parents and caregivers that the temperature inside a car is even hotter. When a car's internal temperature can rise by 19 degrees in just 10 minutes, it's important to double-check the back seat before leaving your vehicle. This year, there have been 23 hot car deaths with 5 occurring in August alone. Most parents and caregivers believe it could never happen to them, but in most cases, the child is left behind unknowingly.

08/28/2026

This afternoon we assisted New Prospect Fire District with a vehicle fire as they had several calls at once. Probationary firefighter Diaz got some nozzle time on the car fire as well. Great learning experience, and a chance to provide mutual aid to NPFD. New Prospect Fire District

08/28/2026

🔥Fire Fact Friday🔥 did you know the largest Fire Department in the world based on the number of staff is the Tokyo Fire Department? They have over 18,000 staff members which include firefighters and medics. It consists of 292 fire stations, sub-stations, & command offices throughout Tokyo! This large Department runs 800,000 emergency calls every year! The largest Department in the US is the New York Fire Department (FDNY) with approximately 17,000 members.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from all of us at Boiling Springs Fire Department!
Feel free to drop some of your favorite firehouse/good pup photos in the comments! 🐾

08/24/2026

Boiling Springs has grown tremendously over the past 30 years, and our fire district has grown right along with it. But while our community has changed, the fire district’s millage has not increased since 1997.
Today, staffing is our biggest focus. We can recruit young firefighters, but we are struggling to retain them because our salaries are not competitive with other fire agencies in our area. On average, our firefighters earn approximately 20% less than neighboring agencies, with a probationary firefighter at BSFD starting at approximately $32,500. This referendum is about creating competitive salaries and safe, adequate staffing—not simply giving raises.
Just as our roads, schools, and other infrastructure must keep pace with growth, our fire district must keep pace too.
The November 3 referendum would allow the Boiling Springs Fire District to levy up to 26 mills to support the operational costs necessary to recruit and retain qualified firefighters and provide safe, adequate staffing for the community we serve. Over the next few months we will continue to put out more information, and answer community questions. Thank you.

08/24/2026

It’s time for another Meet The Team Monday! Today, we’re introducing John Fore.
While John has been with BSFD for about 9 months, he brings an impressive 24 years of fire service experience and a wealth of knowledge to our crew. When he’s not on duty with BSFD’s B-Shift, he’s also serving with the Whitney Area Fire Department.
For John, the job is all about pride in serving his community and providing for his family. He leaves us with a great reminder for the week: fire safety starts at home!

08/21/2026

🔥Fire Fact Friday🔥 When an emergency happens, every second matters! Staffing directly impacts how quickly we can begin critical patient care operations, how safely our crews can work, how quickly we can reach patients and victims, and how effectively we can control a fire.
For large calls such as house fires, major medical responses, or motor vehicle accidents you may often see several trucks from several departments respond to one incident. When departments work together, we bring the right manpower, the right equipment, and the best possible outcome to your worst day.

08/19/2026

Huge Shoutout to Our Community!
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Boiling Springs Park collection trailer to donate cans! Together, we collected over 700 lbs of aluminum, raising more than $400 for the Burned Children’s Fund! This money will directly support South Carolina burned children and their families.
Thank you for your incredible support!
Stephanie Julazadeh