Meet Ruby, the Wiggins Fire Department’s newest member
The Wiggins Fire Department welcomes a new team member! Fire Chief Steven Purvis brings Ruby and introduces her to everyone.
Wiggins Fire Department
Wiggins Fire Department welcomes new dalmatian to the team
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department is sharing fantastic news! They have a new dalmatian joining the team. Ruby will be trained to participate in fire…
Wiggins firefighters help clean park
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department gave back to the community last weekend. After performing truck check-offs, the firefighters grabbed gloves and trash bags. They went out to the park…
Wiggins Fire Department holds junior academy
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)-An inaugural youth firefighting program took place at the Wiggins Fire Department on Thursday. The event provided hands on training in fire safety, first aid, fitness challenges, as…
Flag retirement ceremony at Wiggins Fire Department
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department held a flag retirement ceremony over the weekend. On Flag Day, June 14, Wiggins Fire Department and the Scouts of America held…
Wiggins Fire Department and Scouts of America holding flag retirement ceremony
This weekend, the Wiggins Fire Department and Scouts of America are holding a flag retirement ceremony in recognition of National Flag Day. Fire Chief Steven…
Wiggins Fire Department reveals station cat’s name
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department has chosen a name for their station cat. Meet Ember! The community was invited to name the kitten, revealing the new name…
Wiggins Fire Chief receives big honor
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- One fire chief from South Mississippi is being honored for his service. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis is designated a Mississippi Fire Chief. A Mississippi Fire Chief…
Wiggins Fire Department needs help naming newest firefighter
Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department has a new team member, the only issue is they need to choose a name. The fire department sharing a new furry team member was adopted. The public is invited to suggest names…
Wiggins Fire Department responds to house fire
There was a structure fire in Wiggins Sunday morning. According to Wiggins Fire Department, the family that was involved has lost everything and is requesting a few immediate needs…
Crews battle early morning fire Sunday in Wiggins
Wiggins Fire crews spent much of the early morning hours on Sunday battling a large structure fire. It happened in the area of Jackson Street. At one point,…
Wiggins Fire Department announces burn ban
The Wiggins Fire Department announced that a burn ban is now in effect. The burn starts today and runs until November 30th, 2024. They said the decision was made to protect the community and natural resources during this critical time.…
Firefighter injured in firetruck wreck returns to work
In May, a Wiggins firefighter was injured in an accident while driving a fire engine. At the time, the firefighter wanted to remain anonymous as she began her…
Firefighters work together to rescue colleague from fire engine wreckage
A Wiggins firefighter was put into a scary situation over the weekend while traveling on Highway 26 heading towards an accident to offer assistance. Well, she didn't…
Wiggins Fire truck involved in accident while responding to a different accident
According to the Wiggins Fire Department, early Sunday morning, a Wiggins Fire Department truck was involved in an accident while responding to another vehicle accident. The engine rolled and even trapped one of the firefighters underneath it. The firefighter was…
Wiggins Firefighter Clint Jacobs dies of COVID-19
The Wiggins Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their firefighters. The department announced the death of Clint Jacobs who died from COVID Sunday night in his…
Wiggins firefighter dies of COVID-19
The Wiggins Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own after a battle with COVID-19. On Facebook, the department announced the death of Clint Jacobs who died last…
