Bulloch County Fire Department

08/31/2026

Bulloch County Announces Public Protection Classification Rating

STATESBORO, GA — Bulloch County is proud to announce the results of its recent evaluation by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) regarding the community's structural fire suppression delivery system. Following a comprehensive survey, Bulloch County has been awarded a Public Protection Classification rating of 04/10, effective September 1, 2026.
Under this new rating, the Class 4 classification applies to all areas within five road miles from any recognized Bulloch County fire station, while properties located beyond five road miles receive a Class 10 rating.
The ISO Public Protection Classification program evaluates the fire suppression capabilities of local communities. Insurance companies across the United States utilize these scores as a key component when determining property insurance underwriting guidelines and premium rates for both residential and commercial properties.
County leadership and the Bulloch County Fire Department extend their sincere appreciation to all local officials, personnel, and residents whose cooperation made this successful survey possible. The updated classification reflects the dedicated resources and ongoing efforts devoted to strengthening fire protection and public safety throughout our community.

“The new ISO rating demonstrates the professionalism of the Bulloch County Fire Department (BCFD) and their dedication to serving the people of Bulloch County,” noted County Commission Chairman David Bennett. “The improved ISO rating quantifies an improvement in the services provided by the BCFD and will result in a homeowners insurance savings for many people.”
Communities with strong fire protection benchmarks often experience favorable considerations in property insurance pricing. Furthermore, the classification rating serves as an invaluable planning and budgeting tool for the fire department as it continues to enhance local safety infrastructure.
For more information regarding Bulloch County's classification or to learn more about fire protection services, please contact the Bulloch County Fire Department.

08/14/2026

Hiring now! We are changing our work schedule to a 48/96 shift in less than a month. Come serve our citizens and work a 48/96 rotation for our growing department.

08/07/2026

A busy month for our firefighters!

07/31/2026

07/30/2026

Here’s an update on the Buie Driggers Road fire, and how BCFD works with Georgia Forestry in these type of fires.

07/29/2026

Firefighters and multiple tankers are on Buie Driggers Road to continue dealing with this brush fire. Our crews are teaming with Georgia Forestry to shuttle water as forestry teams push into hard-to-reach areas to extinguish hot spots.

Sheriff’s deputies continue to limit traffic to residents and emergency crews. Non-residents are asked to avoid the area. Unnecessary traffic on the road creates more dust, restricts visibility, and hampers personnel. This includes flying drones in the area. Forestry aircraft are flying and drones interfere with them.

We’ll continue to update everyone as the situation continues.

07/29/2026

🚨 Wildfire Update | July 28, 2026

We are are back on scene at Buie Driggers Road, working to contain a couple of flare up’s.

Please continue to avoid the area so we, and Georgia Forestry, can work safely and effectively. This includes flying drones over the area.
Sheriff’s deputies will remain on scene throughout the night to keep thru-traffic out of the area, assist emergency personnel, and monitor the fire.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and will update you as the situation continues.

07/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who played a role in fighting this fire.

07/27/2026