Pipestem Volunteer Fire Department

12/17/2025

At the annual Christmas Dinner held last evening for members and their families, the department recognized several individuals for their exemplary service and achievements.

Ms. Teresa Mansfield was honored for twenty years of dedicated service to the department. Ms. Mansfield commenced her tenure as a firefighter and EMT and has served as the department secretary for several years, demonstrating unwavering commitment and professionalism.

Mr. Jimmy Keaton was recognized for thirty years of distinguished service. Mr. Keaton has served as assistant chief for many years and currently holds the position of department president. In addition to this recognition, Mr. Keaton was awarded a Lifetime Member Certificate in acknowledgment of his outstanding contributions.

Mr. Cody Keaton, who presently serves as captain, was awarded the Firefighter of the Year award for 2025, reflecting his exemplary performance and dedication to the department.

The department extends its sincere congratulations and appreciation to Teresa, Jimmy, and Cody for their invaluable service to the community. Their commitment and leadership continue to set a standard of excellence for all members. Congratulations to each one of them, and a big thanks for their service to our community.

11/30/2025

11/22/2025

We received our new to us, AMKUS battery operated rescue tools from Matheny Fire Equipment today. Many thanks to Bill Weiss for taking the time on his Saturday to deliver them.

10/09/2025

We had a great time Tuesday for fire safety with the little guys at CASE WV Head Start in Hinton. Great bunch of youngsters. Special thanks to Junior Firefighter Hannah Bennett for donning the gear for the presentation and to Teresa Mansfield for taking the photos.

10/04/2025

We want to thank JB Nimitz VFD, and Summers County EMS for helping us with the 4th Annual Mecot Camera Memorial Ruck at Pipestem State Park today. It is very much appreciated!

09/30/2025

Just a reminder that West Virginia's Fall Fire Season begins October 1st.

09/24/2025

Our members worked on some rope rescue rigging at drill tonight.

09/03/2025

Last night members of the Pipestem VFD that are part of the Summers County Special Operations Team responded to assist with a male that was having a medical emergency in a very remote section of the county. Many agencies from both Summers and Monroe Counties assisted and would not have been possible without the volunteers that answered the call.
This call was very complex and had many working parts and obstacles requiring rope rescue, SAR, and medical care but ultimately the patient was rescued and air lifted to higher medical care.

08/31/2025

Yesterday, we were assisted by Summers County VFD and the Athens VFD on a structure fire in our area on Broadway Road. The structure was full engulfed when units arrived on scene and was a total loss. We would like to ask everyone to keep the homeowners in your thoughts and prayers.

07/16/2025

Members of the Summers County Special Operations Rescue Team conducted a water and rope rescue drill last night on the New River near Hinton. The Summers County Special Rescue Operations Team is comprised of members from Summers County VFD, JB Nimitz VFD, Pipestem VFD, and Talcott FD. All members of the team are required to be certified at the Operations or Technical Rescue Level in either Swift Water Rescue or High Angle Rope Rescue.