Duncan Fire Department

10/18/2026

🚨October has been a busy month of Fire Prevention for the DFD! 🚨

Our crews have been out in the community sharing important fire safety and prevention tips with students and staff at:

Duncan Elementary School of the Arts ✅
Tyger River Elementary School ✅
James F. Byrnes Freshman Academy ✅
James F. Byrnes High School ✅
Middle Tyger Community Center ✅

And we’re not done yet! We have upcoming visits to Wellford Academy of Science & Technology and will be heading back to Byrnes High School for Career Day in just a few days!

As a Fire Safe SC department we are always thankful for the opportunity to educate our community and help promote fire safety for all ages!

Interested in scheduling a fire prevention visit, fire safety presentation, CPR training, or fire extinguisher training? Contact the DFD today to get on our schedule! 🚒

Town of Duncan South Carolina

10/08/2026

Yesterday, two members of the DFD alongside various agencies attended Natural Gas Emergency Response Training hosted by the City of Greer Fire Department and led by Greer CPW.

The tabletop exercise focused on emergency response, communication, and coordination during natural gas incidents in various locations.

Thank you to all involved in making this training a success!

10/06/2026

Last week, over a two day period, two members of the DFD attended a Swift Water Technician I class at the National Whitewater Center in North Carolina.

As always, we are thankful for our members who are continuously willing to train and further their skill sets, no matter the topic or discipline.

This continued dedication helps ensure the best service is provided to our community, no matter the situation.

10/06/2026

10/03/2026

Duncan Engine 13, Wellford Rescue 13, and Startex Squad 29 are currently assisting Tyger River Fire Department and Greer Fire Department along with several other automatic and mutual aid agencies with a commercial structure fire at 13775 E. Wade Hampton Boulevard.

Spartanburg County Fire Department is providing coverage for the district while crews operate on scene.

E. Wade Hampton Boulevard is currently shut down in the area of the incident. Motorists should avoid the area, expect traffic delays, and use an alternate route.

Please slow down and give emergency crews plenty of room to work.

Town of Duncan South Carolina

10/01/2026

Over the last two weeks, DFD members have trained on a variety of topics, including ring removal, forcible entry, and patient assessment/CPR. These hands on training sessions help ensure our members stay prepared and proficient for the wide variety of emergencies we may encounter.

10/01/2026

Duncan Engine 13 is currently operating on a vehicle fire involving a car hauler just before the 60 mile marker on I-85, South Bound. Please use caution in the area.

09/29/2026

A huge thank you to Ariel McLanahan State Farm Agent and her team for stopping by the DFD this morning and donating fire prevention materials!

Fire Prevention Week is right around the corner! If your school or daycare would like to schedule a fire safety talk, or your business is interested in fire extinguisher training, reach out to us today to get on the schedule.

We appreciate our community partners who help us spread the message of fire safety! 🚒🔥

Town of Duncan South Carolina Sparky The Fire Dog Fire Safe SC

09/24/2026

Last week, DFD hosted our 3rd Quarter Automatic Aid Burn at the Spartanburg County Emergency Services Academy.

20 members from DFD (Duncan and Wellford), Startex Fire District, Reidville Area Fire District, and Poplar Springs Fire Service Area (Fairmont) trained from 5:00–9:30 PM, focusing on apartment fire operations and multiple victim removals from multiple floors.

Thank you to our automatic aid partners for their participation and continued commitment to training together. Strong partnerships and realistic training help ensure our crews are ready when it matters most.

Town of Duncan South Carolina

09/11/2026

Today, the DFD joins our nation in remembering September 11, 2001.

25 years ago, 2,977 innocent people were murdered in the attacks on our country. Among them were 343 firefighters and 71 other emergency responders who made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to the attacks. That number continues to rise as we lose those who worked countless hours in the aftermath to the lasting effects of their service.

We remember the lives lost.
We honor the families left behind.
We salute the first responders who ran toward danger when others were running away.

Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication will never be forgotten.

25 years later, we still remember. We will never forget.