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Operating as usual
Monday was the first day of Technical Rescue Operations Team(TROT) School. First discipline was the rope academy. The students learned advanced anchors and knots. When students finish this course, they will have the skill set to perform high-angle rescues!
In honor of , we recognize Master Technician Alison (AJ) Jaquays who was the first female firefighter to receive the Firefighter of the Year award (2016). She also beat breast cancer! AJ has served for over 22 years and is currently assigned to Station 21, Fair Oaks, C-Shift.
Happy first full day of spring! Looks like it will be a beautiful day! Enjoy and be safe!
At 2:58 this afternoon, units were dispatched for a reported house fire in the 5200 block of Ampthill Drive in Edsall Road area. Units arrived on the scene with fire on the back deck attached to home. Crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire. There was no extension to the home. No reported injuries at this time. Fire Department, City of Alexandria, VA fire assisted.
Recently, Station 40, Fairfax Center, B-Shift hosted a future firefighter. Technician Kobersteen and Firefighter Jewell took time to put the young man through an extensive training exercise to ensure he continued to dream big! See you in a few years! Your application will be waiting!
March 12 - 18, Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,342 incidents last week! An increase of over 2.5% in overall incidents from the previous week. Average of approximately 334 incidents per day.
The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department is pleased to announce the following uniformed and professional staff promotions. Congratulations and be safe in your new assignment. More: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2023/03/20/promotions-55/
Thursday, Station 25. Reston, A-Shift placed new Engine 425 in service. A "push In" ceremony was conducted by the shift. This tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn equipment when firefighters had to push the equipment back into the station. E425 responded on its first call, an outside fire, a short time later.
Thank you Fairfax County residents and leadership for your support in providing us the latest and cutting-edge equipment needed to serve the county.
Congratulations Firefighter Jose Calderon, Station 16, Clifton, C-Shift on 25 years of service with and Fairfax County! Deputy Chief Kordalski, DC401, was proud to present the length of service award to highlight the occasion.
CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using GLBSUNION and CUZMAK Digital Display Carbon Monoxide Detectors Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to Deadly Carbon Monoxide; Sold on Amazon.com.
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Thursday, Station 25. Reston, A-Shift placed new Engine 425 in service. A "push In" ceremony was conducted by the shift. This tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn equipment when firefighters had to push the equipment back into the station. E425 responded on its first call, an outside fire, a short time later.
Thank you Fairfax County residents and leadership for your support in providing us the latest and cutting-edge equipment needed to serve the county.
A fantastic and FREE training opportunity for Fairfax County residents!
Happy St Patrick's Day! Please celebrate responsibly!
"Never iron a four-leaf clover because you don't want to press your luck! -Irish Proverb
In honor of Women’s History Month, members of the Progressive Firefighters of Fairfax County, Inc., thank and honor those who paved the way.
Make your own luck through preparation and practice!
, its knowing 2 ways out!
☘️Make a fire escape plan. Draw a map of each level of your home showing all doors and windows.
☘️Plan 2 ways out of every room.
☘️Choose an outside meeting place in front of your home.
☘️Practice your fire escape plan at least 2X a year.
Deputy Chief Brandell congratulated Captain Duane Black, Station 18, Jefferson, C-Shift on his 20 years of service to the residents of Fairfax County and . Well done Cap!
Recently, Deputy Chief Kordalski, DC401, C-Shift joined Hunter Mill District Supervisor Supervisor Walter Alcorn and stakeholders for the groundbreaking to kick off construction on the W&OD Trail Bridge over Wiehle Avenue in front of Station 25, Reston.
March 5 - 11, Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,281 incidents last week! An increase of over 5% in overall incidents from the previous week. Average of approximately 325 incidents per day.
Technician Giovanni Vasquez, Station 2, Vienna, A-Shift was presented his 20 years of service certificate by Captain Keplinger earlier today. Congratulations!
Happy 3.14! Every day is a great day in its own way! Have a safe day everyone!
Oh, bother! A blustery day today and tonight. WInd Advisory is in effect from 2 p.m. until 2 a.m. Sustained winds of 15-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Winds could down trees and tree limbs. Power outages are possible. Be aware and prepared!
Happy Anniversary Captain Caldwell Clarke, Station 25, Reston, C-Shift on 20 years of service with ! Battalion Chief Hessel, BC401, presented Captain Clarke with his length of service award at the fire house recently.
UPDATE - building fire in the 7200 block of Columbia Pike on 3/12 at 7:06 a.m. Fire damaged four businesses. No injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Damages: $2,223,760. Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
I checked my smoke alarm–now what? Working smoke alarms is just one important part of an overall plan to survive if your home catches fire. Another important part–a home fire escape plan.
Learn how to create a plan: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2023/03/13/i-checked-my-smoke-alarm-now-what-12/
Espanol:https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire-ems/sites/fire-ems/files/assets/documents/pdf/lse/home_escape_grid_spanish.pdf
Sunday, Lieutenant Gary Vozzola, Station 30, Merrifield, A-Shift worked his last shift after over FORTY (40) years of service to the residents of Fairfax County and . Congratulations Gary! May you enjoy a healthy, happy and safe retirement! He had a busy day! Watch🔽
Earlier today, personnel from Battalion 402, A-Shift practiced hose line deployment at Station 1, McLean. Every day is a training day!
UPDATE - building fire in the 7200 block of Columbia Pike. Crews still working to extinguish fire. Operation is in defensive mode due to instability of building - all firefighters outside of building to extinguish the fire. No reported injuries at this time.
Units are currently on scene of a building fire in the 7200 block of Columbia Pike in the Annandale area. Crews arrived on scene with heavy smoke showing from the roof line. A second alarm requested.
Fire is through the roof. Crews are working to extinguish the fire. No reported injuries at this time. Columbia Pike is shut down in both directions between Backlick Road and John Marr Drive.
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It is almost time! You know what to do Fairfax County!
Saturday night plans:
⏰Move clock forward 1 hour at 2 a.m., Sunday
✔️Check smoke alarms
🔋Change battery if needed
🚨Check CO alarms
🏡Practice home escape plan
Remember TONIGHT! When You Change Your Clock – Check Your Smoke Alarms! Go here to learn more regarding the different types of smoke alarms out there: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2023/03/09/remember-this-weekend-when-you-change-your-clock-check-your-smoke-alarms-2/
Weekend plans:
⏰Move clock forward 1 hour at 2 a.m., Sunday
✔️Check smoke alarms
🔋Change battery if needed
🚨Check CO alarms
🏡Practice home escape plan
Earlier today, Assistant Chief Tracey Reed presented Battalion Chief Billy Vannoy, Special Operations, with his 25 years of service award. Thanks, BC Vannoy, for your dedicated service to the residents of Fairfax County and .
Did you know that smoke alarms have a retirement date? They do and if your smoke alarms are ten years of age or older they need to be replaced. When checking your smoke alarms this weekend, also check the date!
More: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2023/03/10/when-checking-your-smoke-alarms-this-weekend-also-check-the-date-2/
Congratulations Captain Kenneth Nesmith, Station 41, Crosspointe, B-Shift on 20 years of service to Fairfax County residents and . Deputy Chief Betz presented Captain Nesmith his award.
Captain Chris Pittman presented Firefighter Trina Mosier Station 20, Gunston, B-Shift with her award for 25 years of service to and Fairfax County residents! Congratulations Trina!
Congratulations to Assistant Chief Jason Jenkins as he retires from . His last day is Friday! Fire Chief Butler thanked AC Jenkins earlier today for his service to Fairfax County. The Chief said AC Jenkins has "always sought the best for this awesome department and is leaving it better."
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November 6 -12, #FCFRD Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,436 incidents last week! A decrease of almost ½% in overall incidents from the previous week. Average of approximately 348 incidents per day. #fairfaxcounty #fairfax
The holiday season is upon us! Unfortunately, this is also the time of year when FCFRD starts to see an increase in home fires. Get in S.T.E.P. (Safety Takes Every Person) With #FCFRD This Holiday Season! Learn how to protect you and your loved ones: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/11/14/get-in-s-t-e-p-safety-takes-every-person-with-fcfrd-this-holiday-season-2/ #SafeFairfax #fairfax #fairfaxcounty #fairfaxva
Lieutenant Adrian Cubbage provided a brief update on the house fire earlier today in the 800 block of Winterhaven Place in the Town of Herndon Government. No reported injuries. Fire Investigators to determine cause of fire. Loudoun County Fire and Rescue and the Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority Fire and Rescue assisted. #FCFRD #FairfaxCounty #Fairfax
Requests for Emergency Medical Service during the week of October 30 – November 5. A decrease in patients transported and increase in cardiac arrests from last week. #FCFRD #fairfax #fairfaxva #fairfaxva
October 30 – November 5, #FCFRD Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,447 incidents last week! An increase of a little over 8% in overall incidents from previous week. Average of approximately 349 incidents per day. #fairfax #fairfaxcounty
Every day is a training day! This morning, crews from Battalion 3, A-Shift, were at the academy. Scenario involved firefighters advancing a hose line down interior stairs, perform a primary search and extinguish the fire. Backup driver training was also accomplished. #FCFRD
Before you go to bed tonight, don't forget change your clock AND check your smoke alarms to ensure they are working. More info: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/11/04/this-sunday-change-your-clock-check-your-smoke-alarm-5/ #FCFRD #DaylightSavings #fairfaxcounty
Tonight is the night! Want to test your smoke alarm but it is just out of reach? Here is one safe way to do it. #FCFRD #DaylightSavings #fairfaxcounty
Remember, we move our clocks back one hour early Sunday morning! You also need to remember when you change your clock, our firefighters and paramedics want you to check your smoke alarms to ensure they are working. More info: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/11/04/this-sunday-change-your-clock-check-your-smoke-alarm-5/ #FCFRD #fairfax #fairfaxcounty #daylightsavings
October 23 - 29, #FCFRD Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,265 incidents last week! A decrease of almost 2.5% in overall incidents from the previous week. Average of approximately 323 incidents per day. #fairfaxcounty
Everyday is a workout day! Members of Battalion 402, A-Shift conducted circuit training at Fire Station 13, Dunn Loring, earlier today. #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
Today, a few superheroes decided to "drop-in" and spread a little Halloween cheer to patients at @Inova Fairfax Hospital Children's Hospital. Games of tic-tac-toe and writing messages were drawn on windows. #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
Community Connect is a free, secure, and easy to use platform that allows residents and/or business owners to share critical information about their home or business that will aid #FCFRD firefighters and paramedics during an emergency. To learn more about Community Connect and register: https://www.communityconnect.io/info/va-fairfax-county You can also watch video below to learn more. #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
October 16 - 22, #FCFRD Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,322 incidents last week! A decrease of almost 5% in overall incidents from previous week. Average of approximately 331 incidents per day. #fairfaxcounty
This week, Field Training Section conducted a live training burn utilizing an acquired structure (donated house) in the Town of Vienna, VA - Government. Watch below and learn more about the program here: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/10/21/fcfrd-conducts-live-fire-training-utilizing-an-acquired-structure/ #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva #FCFRD
An appropriately chilly day to provide free winter coats for kids whose parents/guardians might otherwise be unable to afford. Approximately 3,000 coats will be delivered to kids via schools, counselors, non-profits, and community centers. A number of children were brought by Station 11, Penn Daw, to try on, and pick out, their own coat. Chairman Jeff McKay thanked #FCFRD and community groups for making a positive difference. #community #fairfax #fairfaxcounty #fairfaxva
Good morning from Station 11, Penn Daw, C-Shift! Important to check all equipment at the start of the shift to ensure operational readiness. Sometimes the morning check is interrupted for a resident needing help. #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
Requests for Emergency Medical Service during the week of October 9 - 15. An increase in patients transported and decrease in cardiac arrests from last week. #FCFRD #fairfax #FairfaxCounty
Community Connect is a free, secure, and easy to use platform that allows residents and/or business owners to share critical information about their home or business that will aid #FCFRD firefighters and paramedics during an emergency. To learn more about Community Connect and register: https://www.communityconnect.io/info/va-fairfax-county You can also watch video below to learn more. #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
UPDATE: Lorton House Fire Caused by Malfunctioning Attic Fan. On Saturday, October 15 at 10:34 a.m., units from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and the Fort Belvoir Fire and Emergency Services were dispatched to a reported house fire in the 7500 block of Billsam Court in the Lorton area of Fairfax County. Units arrived on the scene of a two-story, single-family home with smoke showing from the roof. More: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/10/18/lorton-house-fire-caused-by-malfunctioning-attic-fan/ #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
What a beautiful day for Open House! A few sites and sounds from the day thus far. Open House ends at 4 p.m. today. #FCFRD #fairfaxcounty #fairfax #fairfaxva
It is Happening! TODAY is Open House at all #FCFRD fire stations from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. We are so excited to have you visit after a two-year hiatus! Watch video for a few reminders. #fairfax #fairfaxcounty #fairfaxva
It's Happening! Tomorrow is Open House at all #FCFRD fire stations from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. We are so excited to have you visit after a two-year hiatus! Watch video for a few reminders. More information here: https://ffxfirerescue.wordpress.com/2022/09/26/all-fairfax-county-fire-and-rescue-stations-to-host-open-house-4/
Requests for Emergency Medical Service during the week of October 2 - 8. An increase in patients transported and decrease in cardiac arrests from last week. #FCFRD #fairfax #FairfaxCounty
The National Capital Region - Incident Management Team returned home today after a two-week deployment to Florida for #HurricaneIan. @ChiefJohnButler, along with #FCFRD leadership, staff from Montgomery County Fire and Rescue and Virginia State Police, welcomed home the 13 team members. Team formed by partnering jurisdictions surrounding National Capital Region. #fairfaxcounty #fairfax
October 2 - 8, #FCFRD Firefighters/Paramedics responded to 2,413 incidents last week! An increase of almost 2.5% in overall incidents from the previous week. Average of approximately 344 incidents per day. #fairfaxcounty
It's Fire Prevention Week! Theme: “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.” Part of your escape plan should involve closing bedroom door before going to sleep! Why? In house fire this year, crews rescued one trapped occupant from bedroom window unharmed. Heavy smoke/zero visibility outside bedroom. In video, note how clear inside bedroom! #FCFRD
👇THIS👇 represents people who had no heartbeat, or not breathing, walking out of the hospital! An update from #FCFRD Office of the Medical Director: As the Course Director for the #EMT Program in the FCFRD Recruit School, Basic Training’s Lt Josh Wallace makes a direct contribution *daily* to the critical skills that #SaveLives on CPRs. Here he updates the #LifeYearsAdded board to the 73 neuro-intact #SAVES so far!
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