Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue Inc.

Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue Inc. Official account for AVFR which provides pre-hospital emergency care, fire suppression and rescue service to Gloucester County, VA.

Duty night at Station 3 started with some great camaraderie over pizza, then it was straight to work — full bay wash dow...
05/28/2026

Duty night at Station 3 started with some great camaraderie over pizza, then it was straight to work — full bay wash downs, rig checks, and hands-on training with SCBA bottle filling and air pack check-offs. 🚒🇺🇸

**Smoke Investigation / Brush Fire**This evening at approximately 5:48 p.m., Abingdon units were dispatched to the area ...
05/22/2026

**Smoke Investigation / Brush Fire**

This evening at approximately 5:48 p.m., Abingdon units were dispatched to the area of Line Fence Road for reports of smoke in the area. Crews were already operating on the scene of a significant motor vehicle accident when additional units responded to investigate the smoke report.

The fire was located in the 3200 block of Guinea Circle Road, where crews immediately began suppression efforts the VA Department of Forestry was requested for a plow unit, and York County Department of Fire and Life Safety assisted with their drone operations.

Firefighters worked for approximately three hours to bring the fire under control. The fire is estimated to have burned between 5–10 acres before being turned over to the Virginia Department of Forestry.

Due to the ongoing dry conditions, remnants of a previous fire earlier this spring continue to burn deep within the ground and duff layers.

The fire is expected to continue burning, and smoke may remain visible in the area until significant rainfall occurs. If visible flames are observed, please contact 911 immediately.

Units: Engine 21, Engine 31, Brush 21, Brush 22, Utility 2, Utility 3, Medic 33, VA Forestry Plow 50, YCFLS Rover 1.

**Structure Fire**At approximately 5:38 pm, Abingdon was dispatched for a reported structure fire in the area of Crocus ...
05/21/2026

**Structure Fire**

At approximately 5:38 pm, Abingdon was dispatched for a reported structure fire in the area of Crocus Road in Hayes. The caller reported the deck was on fire. Several minutes later, the first arriving officer reported that the fire had been extinguished by the occupant prior to arrival and was smoldering. Crews checked for extension and applied some additional water with a booster line to confirm extinguishment. All units returned to service in approximately 10 minutes.

Units: Engine 31, Engine 21, Tanker 2, Medic 31. GVFRS mutual-aid units were returned to service.

During National EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated EMS providers who serve the citizens and visitors of Glouce...
05/20/2026

During National EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated EMS providers who serve the citizens and visitors of Gloucester County each and every day. From emergency medical calls to critical patient care, our paid staff and volunteer providers work tirelessly to protect the health and safety of our community.

Thank you to all of our EMS personnel for your professionalism, compassion, and commitment to service. Your dedication and sacrifice make a difference every single day, and we are proud to serve alongside you.

Happy National EMS Week from all of us at AVFR! 🚑🇺🇸

**Smoke Investigation/ Brush Fire**At 05:36 am, Abingdon units were dispatched to Campground Road in Hayes for a reporte...
05/20/2026

**Smoke Investigation/ Brush Fire**

At 05:36 am, Abingdon units were dispatched to Campground Road in Hayes for a reported visible smoke seen in the area. Upon arrival, crews discovered an area of brush was burning. The fire, which was confined to approximately 1 acre, took crews around two hours to contain.

Units: Brush 21, Engine 31, Utility 3, and Medic 31.

**Vehicle Accident w/ Injury ** At approximately 4:00 am, Abingdon was dispatched to the area of the toll plaza on Route...
05/19/2026

**Vehicle Accident w/ Injury **

At approximately 4:00 am, Abingdon was dispatched to the area of the toll plaza on Route 17 in Gloucester Point for a single vehicle accident. On arrival crews found a single vehicle with significant front end damage from head-on impact with the jersey barrier. The driver was evaluated by the medic and transported to a local hospital.

Units: Engine 31, Rescue 3, Medic 31, EMS 3

Big water shuttle drill tonight at the Beaver Dam reservoir in Gloucester County! 💦
05/18/2026

Big water shuttle drill tonight at the Beaver Dam reservoir in Gloucester County! 💦

Today, Crews spent several hours staffing a Touch-a-truck event out in the community! 🚒🇺🇸
05/16/2026

Today, Crews spent several hours staffing a Touch-a-truck event out in the community! 🚒🇺🇸

This evening, duty crews dedicated time to practicing the deployment of a new hose load, utilizing a low-pressure smooth...
05/15/2026

This evening, duty crews dedicated time to practicing the deployment of a new hose load, utilizing a low-pressure smooth bore nozzle and hose packages, subsequently conducting pump operations in the district to test a dry hydrant. These skills are essential for ensuring a reliable water supply when needed. 🚒

**Dry Conditions Prompt Brush Fire Response** This afternoon, at 4:03pm Abingdon was dispatched to the 3100 block of Gu...
05/05/2026

**Dry Conditions Prompt Brush Fire Response**

This afternoon, at 4:03pm Abingdon was dispatched to the 3100 block of Guinea Circle for a reported brush fire. Upon arrival, crews encountered smoke in the woods and an area approximately 1/4 acre that was on fire. This area was extinguished, and further smoldering hot spots were found in the proximity of a 3-acre area causing smoke.

The burned area was within the plow lines that VA Forestry put in three weeks ago.

Units: Brush 21, Brush 22, Engine 31, Tanker 2, Medic 31.

Address

PO Box 9
Bena, VA
23018

Telephone

+18046422360

Website

https://collectcheckout.com/r/mjtrv

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