West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

Serving and protecting our community with courage and commitment since 1940

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About West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

Fire trucks and a hose on a wet street at sunset.

About Us

The West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department has proudly served our community since 1940. Our team of dedicated volunteers is passionate and committed to protecting lives, property, and the well-being of the City of West Columbia, Emergency Service District #2, Columbia Lakes and everyone within our service area.


Our mission is to provide rapid, professional, and compassionate emergency response while promoting fire safety, education, and community engagement. From fire suppression and rescue operations to public safety programs and community outreach, we are here to serve West Columbia and the surrounding areas.


At West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department, our community is our priority, and every member is devoted to upholding the highest standards of service, safety, and professionalism.


Service Area

• Total Response Area: 2.63 square miles (City limits)

• Estimated Population Served:

• City of West Columbia: 3,930

Stations 

  • WCVFD Station 1 - West Columbia
  • WCVFD Station 2 - Columbia Lakes

Department Highlights

Members training on an Emergency Vehicle Driver Course (EVOC).

Heavy Vehicle Rescue (NFPA 1006-9) TEEX class attended by some of our members in New Braunfels.

Heavy Vehicle Rescue (NFPA 1006-9) TEEX class attended by some of our members in New Braunfels.

Heavy Vehicle Rescue (NFPA 1006-9) TEEX class attended by some of our members in New Braunfels.

Heavy Vehicle Rescue (NFPA 1006-9) TEEX class attended by some of our members in New Braunfels.

Congratulations to Heaven Waldon on successfully completing the TCFP Fire Academy and earning his yellow helmet! 

Training on E-20 and B-204 on drafting operations.

Training on drafting operations.

Volunteer at WCVFD

Join WCVFD and make a real difference in your community. As a volunteer firefighter, you’ll receive training, gain valuable skills, and help protect lives and property. WCVFD offers opportunities to serve, learn, and be part of a dedicated team.

WCVFD membership application

 Downloadable Application

Download and complete the application, then email it to wcvfdchief@hotmail.com. After review, a Chief or designated officer will contact you after review. Thank you for your interest in serving West Columbia!

West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department Application - Digital (pdf)

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Contact Us

Department Contact Information

If you are experiencing an emergency, Call 911 immediately.

Non-Emergency (979) 345-5121

Fire Chief: Brian Sanderson 

Email: wcvfdchief@hotmail.com

Assistant Chief: Eric Ansley

Email: Wcvfd1stasssistantchief@outlook.com

General Inquiries - Have a question, need information or want to get in touch? Please send us a email and a chief from our department will respond as soon as possible.

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West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

314 E Clay St, West Columbia, TX, USA

Mailing Address P.O. Box 306 West Columbia, TX 77486 Phone: (979) 345-3416 Fax: (979) 345-7866

Training Information

Courage to be safe - https://www.fireherolearningnetwork.com/Training_Programs/Courage_To_Be_Safe.aspx

Nims - https://training.fema.gov/nims/

NIMS 100/ IS 100.C

NIMS 200/ IS 200.C

NIMS 700/ IS 700.B

NIMS 800/ IS 800.C

Tims - https://learning.respondersafety.com/Clusters/National-TIM-Training-Certificate.aspx

Tesrs - https://www.tesrs.org/

Email - Westcolumbiavfd@gmail.com

SFFMA - https://www.sffmaportal.org/Login?redirectUri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sffmaportal.org%2F

TCFP/Fido -https://auth.tcfp.texas.gov/account/login

DPS (Class B) application - https://www.dps.texas.gov/internetforms/Forms/CDL-2.pdf

Fire Eng - https://fireengineeringtraining.com/

Response Master - https://responsemaster.net/Account/Login

Who's Responding - https://www.whosresponding.com/

DSHS - https://www.dshs.texas.gov/

West Columbia Volunteer Fire Department

314 E. Clay St West Columbia, Tx 77486

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