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06/01/2026

Come join us again this year for our 5th annual first responder cookout, everyone is welcome! **Please note the location change for this year's event.**

This week members had the opportunity to gain valuable training in several different areas. Norfolk Southern brought the...
05/22/2026

This week members had the opportunity to gain valuable training in several different areas. Norfolk Southern brought their safety train into the Bluefield yard, where members attended a 4-hour rail safety course covering the basics of train derailments and related hazards.

Then on Wednesday night, members conducted an after-action review on a call from earlier in the week involving a male victim trapped under a truck, which required the use of airbags and cribbing to safely lift the vehicle.

Every day this job presents a chance to learn something new, and this week provided a lot of valuable lessons that help keep our members prepared.

We have seen a pickup in responses this week. A few notable calls include:5/18 at 21:18 — Rescue 70, Engine 80, and Comm...
05/20/2026

We have seen a pickup in responses this week. A few notable calls include:

5/18 at 21:18 — Rescue 70, Engine 80, and Command 71 responded to the 100 block of South College Avenue for a juvenile pinned underneath a truck. Units arrived to find a responsive male trapped from the waist up. Crews utilized air bags to lift the truck and safely free the patient. Miraculously, no injuries were reported.

5/19 at 15:30 — Rescue 70, Engine 80, and Engine 77 were dispatched to the area of the Valero on 460 for a dump truck versus crash cushion accident. Thankfully, no injuries were sustained.

5/19 at 19:50 — Engine 80 and Engine 73 responded to the 1900 block of Valley Dale Street for reports of a trash compactor fire. Units arrived quickly, extinguished the fire, and performed extensive overhaul to ensure the fire was completely out.

As the weather continues to warm up and more people get outside to enjoy activities, we encourage everyone to stay safe and be mindful of their surroundings. We hope everyone has a great summer, and as always, our crews are ready when the call comes in.

Last night at our weekly meeting, members trained on the fundamentals of RIT operations. RIT, or “Rapid Intervention Tea...
05/07/2026

Last night at our weekly meeting, members trained on the fundamentals of RIT operations. RIT, or “Rapid Intervention Team,” is a dedicated crew assigned to respond when a firefighter becomes lost, trapped, injured, or goes down inside a structure fire.

These skills are critical to the safety of our personnel and require constant training, teamwork, and communication. It’s one of those situations we prepare for extensively, while hoping we never have to put it into action.

05/06/2026

UPDATE: The leak has been repaired and units have cleared.

Units are currently on scene in front of Graham High School for a reported gas leak along the shoulder of Valley Dale. Crews are actively monitoring conditions inside the school, and at this time, everything remains stable with no immediate hazards identified. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

This past Saturday, our members along with Abbs Valley Fire had the opportunity to complete valuable hands-on training i...
05/04/2026

This past Saturday, our members along with Abbs Valley Fire had the opportunity to complete valuable hands-on training in an acquired structure. Crews worked through multiple scenarios with a strong focus on search operations and victim removal techniques.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to Falls Mills Christian Church for generously donating the structure for training and for providing a meal to our personnel after training was completed. Your support is greatly appreciated!

05/02/2026

‼️ATTENTION‼️

The Bluefield Virginia Fire Department will be conducting live fire training on an acquired structure in the area of Falls Mills Christian Church on Saturday, May 2nd beginning at 8:00 AM.

Residents may notice heavy smoke in the area from approximately 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM. This is a scheduled training exercise and there is no cause for alarm.

We would like to thank Jeremy McMillian with McMillian metal roofing for donating metal roofing material.

Yesterday crews were dispatched to the 100 block of Rollins Street for the reports of a brush fire. Engine 80 along with...
03/30/2026

Yesterday crews were dispatched to the 100 block of Rollins Street for the reports of a brush fire. Engine 80 along with Engine 77, Engine 72 and Command 71 arrived to find a working brush fire spreading to a residential structure. Crews focused all efforts to the structure resulting in minimal damage then worked to contain the brush fire. Crews operated for approximately 1.5 hours before returning.

At 09:54, units were dispatched to the 3400 block of Bailey Switch Road with the reports of a single vehicle roll over a...
03/27/2026

At 09:54, units were dispatched to the 3400 block of Bailey Switch Road with the reports of a single vehicle roll over accident. Rescue 70, Engine 77 and Command 71 arrived on scene to find a single vehicle on its top with one patient entrapped. Units quickly executed a side wall removal freeing the patient. One patient was transported.

The fire house has witnessed a couple significant events over the past week or two. Town Council and Chief Evans had the...
02/25/2026

The fire house has witnessed a couple significant events over the past week or two. Town Council and Chief Evans had the opportunity to acknowledge a few promotions. Pictured from left to right: Christopher Briley Assistant Chief, Devon Briley Captain, Domnick Briley Lieutenant, Adam Cole Lieutenant, Danny Evans Chief. Additionally, we received a forceable entry door that will enable our firefighters to gain valuable practice on forcing inward and outward swinging doors. This will allow us to increase our speed and efficiency in gaining access to structures when seconds count.

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100 North College Avenue
Bluefield, VA
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