Raleigh County Firefighter's Association

03/13/2026

On 3/12/2026 EMT’s and Firefighters from Beaver VFD responded to a CPR in Progress call on Sullivan Road in Glen Morgan.

Upon arrival the patient was found to be unresponsive and in need on immediate medical care. We took over CPR from a family member and quickly deployed the LUCAS 3 to begin mechanical CPR.

We then utilized our Zoll X Series to assess cardiac activity and deliver early defibrillation to the patient. Cardiac activity and breathing was restored at this point.

Transport units from Jan-Care EMS arrived and transported the patient to a medical facility to receive further treatment.

We would like to thank the voters for their support of the Raleigh County Fire Levy which in conjunction with the Beckley Area Foundation provided the needed funding for the purchase of the LUCAS 3 device and provides funds for the maintenance and supplies to operate both the LUCAS 3 and the Zoll X Series. This equipment has truly made a difference in the level of patient care we can provide in our communities prior to the arrival of EMS Transport units.

02/27/2026

🔥 Spring Fire Season Begins Sunday, March 1

The 5:00 P.M. Burning Law is back in effect across West Virginia.

From March 1 through May 31, outdoor burning is permitted only between 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.

Before you light anything, remember:
✔ No burning from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
✔ Fires must be attended at all times
✔ Clear at least 10 feet down to mineral soil around the burn area
✔ If your fire escapes, you are responsible for the cost and any damages

🚫 You may ONLY burn natural vegetation.
That means leaves, brush, and untreated wood.
You may NOT burn:

• Household trash
• Furniture
• Construction debris
• Plastics
• Tires
• Any other man-made materials

Burning trash and synthetic materials is illegal and dangerous.

Let’s protect our communities, our forests, and our firefighters this spring.

02/27/2026

🚑 COURSE SPOTLIGHT

EMT-Hybrid Boot Camp

Ready to become a certified EMT? This intensive 6-week EMT Hybrid Boot Camp is a full initial EMT certification course designed to prepare you to respond to critical incidents, perform patient assessments, provide emergency care, and safely transport patients.

🔥 Course Highlights:
• Full EMT certification program
• Hybrid format – online coursework + in-person skills sessions
• Mandatory weekly Thursday evening Zoom sessions
• In-person dates focused on hands-on skills
• Eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) exam upon completion
• Open to students 16 years of age and older

📅 Class begins: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM

📝 Register now:
👉 http://register.sissonvillefireschool.com

Whether you’re starting your EMS career or taking the next step in emergency services, this course delivers fast-paced, high-quality training you can trust.

🚒 Train. Certify. Serve.

02/24/2026

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12/17/2024

January 07 @ 6:00 pm - Firefighter 1 There will be a Fire Fighter 1 course offered at Beaver VFD starting Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm. The full course schedule will be discussed at this meeting. The 120-hour Fire Fighter 1 class meets NFPA 1001, 2019 edition. The class includes NFPA 1001 201...

11/25/2024

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Coal City Volunteer Fire department is accepting donations of new toys for children ages NB-16! Santa will be delivering these gifts in the next upcoming weeks! If it’s just one toy, that will make a child’s day! Please help us! I’m willing to pick up toys or schedule to meet up!

We also will have donation boxes at Captain & Ducky’s Coffee House LLC and also Nan & Pop's Country Store!!!

11/08/2024

09/17/2024

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09/14/2024

October 01 @ 6:00 pm - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) This 155 hour minimum program is the basic level of EMT care by the West Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services. This class meets the National Standards Curriculum. The EMT candidate must successfully complete the program, complete req...