Brilliant Volunteer Fire Department

09/01/2026

ROAD CLOSURE: State Route 151 between Tarr’s Hill Rd and Cool Springs Rd (1.5mi from Rt 7) will be closed for a while due to a tree and power lines down. Please avoid the area while crews from AEP and ODOT work to get the road reopened.

3PM Update: State Route 151 is back open in Both directions, however please watch for AEP crews as they work to restore power.

07/28/2026

This evening members from multiple agencies came together to train on Pump operations, and large water supply. Crews utilized what’s called dual hard tubes to draft water and supply 2 aerial ladders. While this may not seem like much of a task, crews were shown how to maximize their equipment and pump to effectively supply 2300Gpm (from a 1500gpm rated pump) between the aerials utilizing a “looped system” to share water from one intake, to another. This type of training provides members with the knowledge and skill to be able to provide as much as, or more water than most municipal systems up and down the riverfront to a fire-ground, or even relayed if needed for greater distances. Thanks to Mingo Jct Fire Dept, New Alexandria Fire Dept, and Unionport Fire Departments for attending!

07/21/2026

06/10/2026

Please join us this Friday as we take delivery of our new apparatus, and follow a longstanding fire service tradition of “pushing in” our new rig.

A "push-in" ceremony is a cherished firehouse tradition in which firefighters and community members manually push a newly commissioned fire truck into its station bay. The custom is a direct tribute to the 1800s, honoring the history of the fire service while celebrating teamwork and the community's new equipment.

04/12/2026

***Working Fire***

This afternoon at approximately 3:46 PM multiple departments were dispatched to a report of a house on fire on Co Rd 17. On arrival, crews had fire and smoke throughout the first floor of the home with a report of 2 dogs still inside. Crews were able to knock the fire down quickly and locate the dogs that were unresponsive, but breathing. both dogs were transported to a local animal hospital with the help of Wells Township PD, and around 5:45 we’re told they were both awake and moving. Special thanks goes out to all of our mutual aid partners from Tiltonsville, Rayland, Yorkville, Smithfield & Mingo Jct. The incident is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. We ask that you please keep the family in your thoughts, and if any info is made available on being able to help them out we will keep you informed.

04/04/2026

Today, some of our members were able to take part in a Joint Auto-Extrication Training. Thank you to Tiltonsville and Rayland Fire Departments for hosting!

03/26/2026

Please welcome us in Congratulating our Newest Paramedic Ian Bissonnette for passing his NREMT-Paramedic exam.

03/17/2026

Not Your Average Neighbor Story on WTRF this evening.
The Brilliant VFD is honored to have had an individual be such an influence on not just our organization, but to all others in our region! Gary always pushed those around him to be a better firefighter, and person. We would also like to thank Val, RC, and Jess for allowing the time spent away from his family at home to ensure those at our organization, as well as community members were safe in times of tragedy. Although gone from us physically, his spirit carries on through our organization, as well as the GRF Training Academy. Thank You Chief, for your years of dedication and and persistence in making all of us better!

Not Your Average Neighbor: Firefighter and educator leaves behind lasting legacy

03/01/2026

Yesterday 10 members of the BVFD completed their Rope Rescue Operations Class. This was a 32hr class covers the required hardware and basic rope systems, to include lowering, hauling and belay systems. Thank You goes out to Instructor RC Fellows for coming back to teach the class, and Congratulations to those members who constantly dedicate their time to becoming better prepared to serve your community!