Clinch Mountain Volunteer Fire Department

06/29/2026

HEAT ADVISORY

A Heat Advisory is in effect Tuesday (11 AM) through Thursday (9 PM).

Heat index values may reach 100–105°+, increasing the risk of heat-related illness.

☀️ Stay hydrated
❄️ Spend time in air conditioning when possible
🧢 Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day
👵 Check on elderly family, friends, and neighbors
🚨 If someone shows signs of heat stroke, call 911 immediately.

06/18/2026

⚠️ Flood Watch in Effect Until 2:00 AM Friday ⚠️

Scattered showers and thunderstorms may produce locally heavy rainfall across Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee this evening.

🌧️ Repeated rounds of rain could lead to:
• Flooding of creeks, streams, and rivers
• Water covering low-lying roads
• Flooding in flood-prone areas

Please stay weather-aware, monitor forecasts, and use caution if traveling. Never drive through flooded roadways.

Turn Around, Don’t Drown.

04/12/2026

🚨 Increased Fire Danger 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Southwest Virginia.

Low humidity (30–35%), wind gusts up to 25 mph, and dry conditions will increase the risk of fires from late Monday morning through early evening.

Please use caution:
• Properly dispose of ci******es and matches
• Avoid parking on dry grass
• Be careful with equipment that may create sparks
• Follow all local burn bans

Dry vegetation can ignite and spread quickly—help keep our community safe! 🔥

03/29/2026

🚨 Increased Fire Danger Alert for Sunday 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement with increased fire danger from 11 AM to 8 PM.

Dry air, low humidity, and wind gusts up to 25 mph will make it easy for fires to start and spread.

🔥 Safety Reminders:
• Properly dispose of ci******es, matches, and other flammable materials
• Use extreme caution with equipment that may create sparks
• Keep vehicles off dry grass
• Avoid outdoor burning and follow all local burn bans

Stay safe and help prevent wildfires in our community.

03/07/2026

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour this Sunday for Daylight Saving Time!

While you’re at it, take a moment to check your smoke alarms. Make sure they’re working and replace the batteries if needed. A quick check could save lives!

Stay safe and enjoy the extra daylight! 🌞

02/23/2026

We are sharing Firefighter Dennis’s obituary and service information below. As we honor his life and service, we continue to keep his family in our prayers and remember the impact he had on our department and community.

Abingdon, Virginia Dennis Wayne Eastridge, age 68, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026. Dennis was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He lived a life devoted to serving others, first through his time in the National Guard and later as a dedicated member of both the C...

02/22/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our Chaplain, Dennis Eastridge.

Dennis had been battling illness for some time, and he truly fought a good fight with strength, grace, and unwavering faith. Even during his sickness, he continued to encourage those around him.

Throughout his time with our department, he was a steady source of comfort, wisdom, and strength. He had a way of speaking life into difficult moments and reminding us why we serve. He was deeply loved by our department family and by all who knew him.

We are grateful for the impact he made on each of us, and his legacy of faith and encouragement will not be forgotten.

Please keep his family and our fire department family in your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Rest easy, brother. We’ll take it from here.

02/16/2026

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued

Due to a main line break on Brumley Gap Road, a boil water advisory is in effect for WCSA customers on:

Brumley Gap Rd (23261 to Hayters Gap Rd), Hayters Gap Rd, Fire Department Rd, Clinch Mountain Rd, Sleigh Hill Dr, Mullins Dr, High Hope Ridge, Poor Valley Rd, Tumbling Creek Rd, Aistrop Rd, Adrian Ln, Harrison McCray Dr, North Fork River Rd, Eldreth Dr, Forgotten Ln, Roan Ln, Tahoe Trail, Ginger Ln, Rosebud Ln, Possum Hollow Rd, Cross Creek Rd, Hunter Dr, Althea Dr, and Red Hill Ln.

Customers in this area should boil water until further notice from the Washington County Service Authority.