Voluntary Fire Department Videm pri Ptuju

Society's activities 1923-1945

• 1923: Founding of the society
• 1924: The society received a letter confirming its acceptance into the Yugoslav Firefighting Association.
• 1924: Purchase of the first motor fire pump
• 1925: Celebration at the blessing of the fire pump and a year without fires
• The event was magnificent and remained in people's lasting memory.
• 1926: Numerous celebrations to raise funds for paying off the debt for the fire pump and a major fire in Apače
• 1927: Construction of the fire station
• 1932: Preparation of registration forms for joining the society
• 1936: New leadership of the society, management was taken over by Hinko Klenovšek
• 1937: Sale of the old hand-operated fire pump and ordering a new motor one
• 1939: August 13-14, 1939 – Firefighting Congress in Ljubljana, 12 members registered, of which 6 were gymnasts.
• 1940: The Ptuj firefighting district determined that May 2 would be firefighting day, combined with a mandatory trip to Gornja Radgona. The spirit of war was spreading across Europe. The municipality informed the society about the duties and tasks of the fire brigade in the event of war mobilization, which triggered heated debate among members.
• 1941: The last assembly before the start of World War II was held on February 2, 1941.
• 1941–1945: The work of the fire department ceased during World War II. The German occupier organized military fire watches in villages upon taking power.

Society's activities 1945-1969

Between 1950 and 1955, the society helped with fires, but it became increasingly apparent that they no longer had proper equipment and couldn't respond to fires because they were immobile. Funds were raised through organizing celebrations, collection campaigns, and voluntary work.

The fire tower was finally completed and handed over to its purpose in 1962. The tower was built with own funds collected at various events. Locals, the Videm Agricultural Cooperative, and the Ptuj Agricultural Combine contributed significantly.

The society was in crisis and had no commander who would be the leading pillar of the society. The membership could no longer find motivation. They had too few firefighting drills. In 1962, they had two fires.

Financially, the society could barely manage, the treasury balance worsened year after year. The mechanic's report stated that the fire pump was in order, as they could still use it. But they didn't attend fires because they had no vehicle.

In spring, several young firefighters left for military service, while the women's unit was very active and hardworking in 1962.

• September 28, 1945: The fire society met for the first time after the war
• October 14, 1945: First firefighting competition after the war
• 1946: Videm's strike team won 1st prize at Hajdina
• 1947: Adoption of the Law on Voluntary Fire Departments
• 1948: A large number of young people joined the society, giving it new momentum
• 1948: A woman also began working in the society – Beba Ilovšek
• 1949: The Šturmovec fire brigade joined the St. Vid society
• 1950–1955: Help with fires, but it became clear they lacked proper equipment
• November 20, 1955 – Formation of the Videm Municipal Firefighting Association, which was included in the Ptuj District Firefighting Association
• 1956–1957: Start of the women's unit operations
• 1957: The society received its first banner
• 1962: The fire tower was built with own funds
• 1963: The society was in crisis with no commander to serve as its leading pillar

Society's activities 1970-2013

The society's work was intensive. The greatest emphasis was on training, as they strived to ensure all firefighters received proper education. They invested heavily in young people. During these years, the female firefighters particularly excelled. The Videm unit achieved excellent results in all competitions.

• 1977: Videm Fire Center organized a firefighting competition
• 1980: The society purchased a new TAM 75 A 5 vehicle, along with a Rosenbauer 800-liter motor fire pump and a smaller TOMOS 600-liter pump.
• 1983: 60th anniversary of the society, with awards and recognitions presented
• 1984: Start of construction of the new fire station, which lasted until 1991
• June 30–July 4, 1991: Duty service established during the attack on Slovenia
• 1992: Reorganization of civil protection upon Slovenia's independence
• 1993: On the 70th anniversary, the Union of Fire Departments of Ptuj Municipality awarded GD Videm recognition – the firefighting flame of the 2nd degree.
• 1997: The society received a used TAM 110 tanker truck
• 1998: Arrangement of space for the Videm Firefighting Association and ownership relations with the Retirees' Association
• November 5-10, 1998: Members of PGD Videm actively participated and helped with floods and the aftermath of a terrible disaster that affected a large part of Slovenia.
• 2000: Acquisition of a new GVM-1 Renault Master vehicle
• 2001: The society was very active in both social and fire prevention activities
• 2002: Investment in equipment for vehicles, fire-resistant clothing, helmets, and other equipment for operational members
• 2003: On the 80th anniversary, the society replaced the old banner with a new one
• 2004: Organized youth meeting and car rally during fire safety month
• 2005: Participation in numerous various interventions
• 2006: Renovation of the fire station
• 2007: Replacement of the roof covering, laying floor tiles, and replacing doors with overhead ones. The society purchased work clothes, fire-resistant shoes, fire-resistant helmets, gloves, and a new chainsaw
• 2008: Help with the aftermath of a severe hailstorm and receipt of a commendation from the Ministry of Defense
• 2008: Several members acquired specializations for rescue and assistance with professional expertise
• 2009: Intensive activity in the field of training
• 2010: Acquisition of a new GVC 16/25 fire engine
• 2011: Acquisition of space for Garage 3
• 2011: Connection to the SPIN system
• 2013: Acquisition of a new GVM-1 fire vehicle