Hanover County Fire-EMS Department

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Hanover Fire & EMS joins the Ashland Volunteer Fire Company in congratulating Randy “Moe” Allen on his retirement after ...
06/10/2026

Hanover Fire & EMS joins the Ashland Volunteer Fire Company in congratulating Randy “Moe” Allen on his retirement after 34 years.

Moe’s dedication and service are truly unmatched.

This past Saturday was a great day getting out in the community and talking with the people we serve every day. A specia...
06/08/2026

This past Saturday was a great day getting out in the community and talking with the people we serve every day. A special thank you to everyone who visited our safety house. It was awesome seeing so many kids and families learning about fire safety and having fun while doing it.

A big thank you to the career and volunteer members who came out to represent Hanover Fire-EMS; we couldn't do it without you!

Ashland Volunteer Fire Company
Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad
Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad - Station #13
East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad
Hanover CERT

Hanover Fire-EMS is proud to recognize Firefighter Chris Donoghue for completing his probationary period and earning his...
06/01/2026

Hanover Fire-EMS is proud to recognize Firefighter Chris Donoghue for completing his probationary period and earning his black shield. Firefighter Donoghue has worked diligently to complete his probationary books and processes. He is assigned to Station 12, serving the citizens of Black Creek. Congratulations!

Hanover Fire-EMS recognizes Firefighter Chris Hollins as he retires on June 1, 2026, after more than 46 years of service...
06/01/2026

Hanover Fire-EMS recognizes Firefighter Chris Hollins as he retires on June 1, 2026, after more than 46 years of service to Hanover County.

Chris began his fire service in 1980 with Company 3 Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department, where he held many offices, including serving as Chief, and contributed to numerous committees, such as training and apparatus. He was hired by Hanover Fire-EMS on May 1, 2011, and served at Stations 6, 3, and 12, as well as a member of the Technical Rescue Team and Water Rescue Team.

Over more than four decades, he has met and worked with many people he is proud to call friends and family, both in the volunteer and career ranks. As Chris retires from Hanover Fire-EMS, he returns to the family business full-time.

Please join us in thanking FF Chris Hollins for his many years of service to Hanover County and wishing him well in this next chapter.

Hanover Fire-EMS recognizes Firefighter David “Troy” Traylor as he retires on June 1, 2026, after more than 40 years of ...
06/01/2026

Hanover Fire-EMS recognizes Firefighter David “Troy” Traylor as he retires on June 1, 2026, after more than 40 years of service to Hanover County.

Troy began his fire service in October 1984 as a volunteer at Station 6, where he is a Life Member, and was hired by Hanover Fire-EMS in June 1999. Over his career, he worked at Stations 4, 6, 3, 10, 11, 2, and in Logistics.

He also managed the hose and nozzle shop, small engine repair shop, and various other specialty shops at different points in his career, helping keep equipment and gear ready for use.

Please join us in thanking FF David “Troy” Traylor for his years of service and wishing him well in retirement.

Today, June 1, 2026, Hanover Fire-EMS proudly honors Assistant Chief Wade Sanders on his first day of retirement after a...
06/01/2026

Today, June 1, 2026, Hanover Fire-EMS proudly honors Assistant Chief Wade Sanders on his first day of retirement after an outstanding 31-year career in public safety, including 27 years of dedicated service to Hanover County.

Chief Sanders began his career serving four years as a medic in the United States Army before joining Hanover Fire-EMS in 1999. Throughout his career, he served in Operations at Henry Station 6 and Eastern Hanover Station 3 before being promoted to Lieutenant at Doswell Station 4. He was promoted to Battalion Chief, serving at Ashland Station 1 and Mechanicsville Station 7, as well as Battalion Chief of Training & Safety. In 2023, he was promoted to Assistant Chief of Operations.

During his career, Chief Sanders played a vital role with the Central Virginia All-Hazards Incident Management Team, supporting large-scale incidents across the United States. His deployments included major special events, missing persons searches, disaster response operations, wildland fire support in Virginia and the western United States, and COVID-19 operations. He also earned credentials as a Type I Medical Unit Leader through the National Wildfire Coordination Group. In addition to his operational leadership, Chief Sanders served as a member of the Central Virginia Operations Chiefs Committee and the Central Virginia Training and Safety Committees.

Reflecting on his career, Chief Sanders shared that his greatest memories are the relationships built throughout Hanover County and the Central Virginia region. He expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve the citizens of Hanover County, the Board of Supervisors, County Administrators Harris and Budesky, and Fire Chiefs Harman, Crosby, Piland, and Anderson.

“I’ve had the extreme honor to serve with the best men and women in public safety on good days and bad days, and look forward to them continuing to do awesome things every day. The citizens and guests of Hanover County are in great hands.”

In retirement, Chief Sanders plans to continue giving back to the community in Virginia’s Northern Neck — a place he often refers to as “God’s Country Dude” — while spending more time with his wife, Danielle, and daughters, Abigail and Cassidy, whose love and unwavering support carried him through the many demands of a career in public safety.

This evening at 7:38 pm, Hanover Fire-EMS units were dispatched to the 6400 block of Brandy Court, for a reported struct...
06/01/2026

This evening at 7:38 pm, Hanover Fire-EMS units were dispatched to the 6400 block of Brandy Court, for a reported structure fire.

Upon arrival, our personnel found an RV and a shed with fire showing. 9 units responded, and the incident was brought under control at 8:03pm.

No injuries were reported.

The cause is currently under investigation.

Hanover Fire-EMS encourages all residents to check their smoke detectors monthly, change their smoke detector batteries every 6 months, and recommends smoke detectors be replaced at the manufacturer’s recommended life cycle.

From all of us at Hanover County Fire-EMS , we want to wish every student a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break!W...
05/29/2026

From all of us at Hanover County Fire-EMS , we want to wish every student a safe, fun, and well-deserved summer break!

Whether you're swimming, traveling, or just sleeping in, you've earned it!

As you enjoy your summer adventures, we want to remind you to stay safe:
Always swim with a buddy and follow water safety rules
Wear your helmet when biking or riding
Always buckle up, no matter how short the trip
Stay hydrated and watch for signs of heat exhaustion

Have an amazing summer!

This afternoon at 3:59pm, Hanover Fire-EMS units were dispatched to the 9300 block of Blacksmith Drive, for a reported r...
05/21/2026

This afternoon at 3:59pm, Hanover Fire-EMS units were dispatched to the 9300 block of Blacksmith Drive, for a reported residential structure fire.

Upon arrival, our personnel found a single-story home with smoke coming from attic/roofline. 9 units responded, and the incident was brought under control at 4:22 pm.

While searching the home, firefighters found and rescued one dog. The dog is currently in the care of a local vet.

The cause is currently under investigation.

Thank you to the Metro Richmond Flying Squad for their assistance.

Hanover Fire-EMS encourages all residents to check their smoke detectors monthly, change their smoke detector batteries every 6 months, and recommends smoke detectors be replaced at the manufacturer’s recommended life cycle.

Hanover Fire-EMS is proud to recognize Firefighter Morgan Bogin for completing his probationary period and earning his b...
05/21/2026

Hanover Fire-EMS is proud to recognize Firefighter Morgan Bogin for completing his probationary period and earning his black shield. Firefighter Bogin has worked diligently to complete his probationary books and processes. He is assigned to Station 17, serving the citizens of Laurel Meadow. Congratulations!

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