Boiling Springs Fire Department Of Spartanburg

06/08/2026

If you haven’t early voted, note that Election Day is tomorrow. The barrage of ads, texts, mailings, signs, and campaigning may seem overwhelming, but your vote matters. Make sure to cast your ballot.

06/06/2026

Please mark your calendars 📆 as we will be hosting a child safety seat check two months from today. On July 6th, between 10AM-Noon, visit our Headquarters Station on Rainbow Lake Road to verify your car seat is installed correctly and suitable for your child. This event welcomes parents, grandparents, babysitters, or anyone else with a car seat. If you require a check prior to the event, please contact the station at 864-578-6200 to schedule an appointment today.

06/05/2026

🔥Fire Fact Friday🔥 With warmer weather here in Spartanburg County, we are spending more time outdoors—and so are ticks! Emergency room visits for tick bites are at the highest rates since 2017. Protect your family and pets by knowing what to look for and how to act fast.
Here is your quick BSFD guide to tick safety, prevention, and proper removal.
🛡️ PREVENTION: BEFORE YOU GO OUT
The best defense is a good offense. When heading into grassy, bushy, or wooded Upstate areas:
Gear Up: Wear protective, light-colored clothing to spot ticks easily.
Repel: Apply a tick repellent containing DEET.
Check: Perform daily tick checks on your body, clothing, and gear after being outdoors.
🛑 HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE A TICK
If you find a tick, don’t panic! Grab a pair of fine-tipped tweezers and follow these steps:
1 Grasp: Use tweezers to grab the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible.
2 Pull: Pull outward with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick, as this can cause the mouth-parts to break off and remain in the skin.
3 Clean: Thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands with soap and water or rubbing alcohol.
4 Dispose: Never crush a tick with your fingers. Dispose of a live tick by putting it in alcohol, placing it in a sealed bag/container, wrapping it tightly in tape, or flushing it down the toilet.
⚠️ WHAT TO LOOK FOR (SYMPTOMS)
Keep a close eye on the bite area and monitor your health for about a month. See a healthcare provider if you experience:
The “Bull’s-Eye” Rash: A distinct, expanding circular rash around the bite site.
Flu-Like Symptoms: Chills, fever, body aches, or headaches.
🩺 TREATMENT
Early Detection Matters: If you develop a rash or fever within a few weeks of removing a tick, see your doctor immediately!
Antibiotics: If caught early, tick-borne illnesses like Lyme Disease are easily and effectively treated with standard antibiotics prescribed by a physician.
Stay safe out there, Boiling Springs! 🚒🇺🇸

06/04/2026

The Boiling Springs Fire Department responded to a large commercial fire at approximately 1:30 this morning. We are committed to serving the community and assisting fellow fire departments with equipment and manpower. 🚒

05/29/2026

🔥Fire Fact Friday🔥Regional One flight crews and Spartanburg Regional staff shared stroke signs this week, highlighting the importance of timely recognition. The BE FAST acronym helps recognize and treat strokes quickly. B - Balance Loss: Sudden loss of balance, coordination, or difficulty walking. E - Eye Changes: Sudden blurred or double vision, or sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes. F - Face Drooping: One side of the face droops or is numb; ask the person to smile. A - Arm Weakness: Sudden weakness or numbness in one arm or leg; ask the person to raise both arms. S - Speech Difficulty: Speech may be slurred, garbled, or hard to understand; ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. T - Time to Call 911: If you observe any signs, even if they go away, call 911 immediately and note the time symptoms started. Knowing these signs enables us to provide better treatment. Thanks Spartanburg Regional

05/25/2026

On this day, we salute the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. Every flag that flies tells a story of selfless sacrifice. We honor and remember those who gave their all, and remember the true meaning of Memorial Day.

05/24/2026

SCDNR officials remind boaters that the Memorial Day weekend kickstarts the unofficial boating season and recent tragic incidents highlight the critical need for safe and responsible boating practices on the state's waterways. This weekend, please prioritize safety by having proper life jackets on board and avoiding dangerous behaviors.

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is urging boaters to prioritize safety this summer after eight people died in boating-related incidents acros

05/22/2026

🔥Fire Fact Friday🔥 As temperatures rise, our records show a surge in service calls related to gas odors and fumes in confined spaces like garages and crawl spaces. These vapors can migrate into living spaces and compromise indoor air quality and health if improperly stored. To ensure safety, gasoline and fuel should be stored in designated containers that are kept in ventilated areas away from homes, protected from direct sunlight and ignition sources, and checked frequently for leakage during warmer periods.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the Boiling Springs High School class of 2026!!

05/20/2026

To date, 27 lives have been lost on Spartanburg County roads this year, rendering it the deadliest county statewide. With 289 fatalities on South Carolina roads, statewide death numbers continue to escalate. We urge you to exercise caution: slow down, be vigilant, minimize distractions, never operate a vehicle under the influence, and maintain hands-free driving. Together we can make Spartanburg County roadways safer.