Eastside St. Charles Parish Volunteer Fire Department

11/27/2025

10/26/2025

Teach Them Young. Make a Difference. Build the Future.

10/25/2025

Continuing our fall schedule! 🍂
Our team has been busy with community outreach — training at the Ormond 5K, taking part in the Eastbank Library Trunk or Treat, and fire prevention at Ethel Schoeffner Elemtary School.

We’re proud to stay active in our community and connect with residents through events like these! 🚒👟🎃

10/21/2025

More pictures from our recent Fire Prevention at Harry Hurst and Small World Daycare as well as Community Helpers Day at Headstart with the Sheriff’s Office.

10/20/2025

East St. Charles Fire Department continues its Fire Prevention Month activities throughout October! 🔥👩‍🚒

Today, our crew visited Small World Daycare in Destrehan. We talked with the kids about what we do, the equipment we use, and the gear we wear. We also covered important fire safety tips and answered lots of great questions!

We always enjoy connecting with our community and teaching the next generation about fire safety and the work we do to keep everyone safe. 🚒❤️

10/19/2025

Another fun event with the St Charles UMC, Destrehan, LA.

10/17/2025

We love sharing with and teaching the kids about what we do and fire safety!

10/01/2025

In Memoriam – Jim Chimento

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lifetime Member Jim Chimento.

Jim faithfully served the East St. Charles Fire Department for many years, including as Training Captain and a member of the Board of Directors. His dedication, leadership, and commitment to service made a lasting impact on our department and community.

We are forever grateful for Jim’s contributions, his friendship, and his example of service above self. He will be deeply missed by his fellow firefighters, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim’s family during this difficult time.

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09/16/2025

🚨 WE WANT YOU! 🚨
East St. Charles Fire Department is looking for volunteer firefighters – and you could be the perfect fit!

🔥 No experience needed – we provide all training!
🔥 Ages 18 and up
🔥 Men and women welcome
🔥 Serve your community, learn new skills, and be part of something bigger.

Whether you’re looking to give back, gain experience, or join a team that feels like family, now’s the time to step up.

Message us here on Facebook or stop by the station to learn more!

1901 Ormond Blvd.

Be the difference. Volunteer today. 💪🚒

09/15/2025

A HUGE thank you to Anytime Fitness Destrehan for their continued support and dedication to giving back to the community!

Your 9/11 Move in Remembrance fundraiser was more than just a workout—it was a powerful tribute to the heroes and lives lost on September 11th. Your efforts not only honored their memory but also helped raise funds to support our work, and we are incredibly grateful for your commitment.

Thank you for always stepping up, showing heart, and making a difference.

09/12/2025

🚒🇺🇸 East St. Charles Fire Department Honors 9/11 Heroes 🇺🇸🚒

Today, members of the East St. Charles Fire Department participated in a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb — a powerful tribute to the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

Each step climbed represents the heroic journey they took up the Twin Towers that day. With full gear on and hearts full of remembrance, our firefighters honored their fallen brothers and sisters — and made sure that we never forget.

To all those we lost, and to the families forever impacted: we climb for you. We remember. We honor. We stand united.

09/10/2025

As has been our honor for the last 24 years, your East St. Charles Fire Department will hold a brief flag lowering ceremony at 07:46 AM, Thursday, September 11, 2025, to remember the tragic events from 2001 and honor the lives of the many heroes and innocents lost that day. The ceremony will take place at our Central Station located at 1901 Ormond Blvd. Station 83 Flag pole.
All are invited to attend.