Loudoun County Fire and Rescue

10/24/2026

Two Hamilton residents safely escaped a late-night house fire after working smoke alarms alerted them to danger and provided critical time to evacuate.
Just after 11:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026, the Loudoun County Emergency Communications Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a basement fire in the 38000 block of Downs Court in Hamilton. Fire and Rescue crews from Hamilton, Purcellville, Round Hill, Leesburg, and Frederick County, Maryland, responded to the scene. Firefighters found smoke and fire coming from the basement and garage of a two-story single-family home and requested a Rapid Intervention Team Task Force for additional resources.
One homeowner was evaluated for smoke inhalation. One firefighter was transported for a minor injury. Two cats perished in the fire, and Humane Law Enforcement Officers from Loudoun County Animal Services responded to assist. The occupants were displaced and are receiving aid from the American Red Cross.
The Loudoun County Fire Rescue Fire Marshal's Office (LCFR-FMO) investigation determined the fire was accidental and originated from the spontaneous combustion of improperly discarded stain-soaked rags resulting in an estimated $860,000 in damage. Smoke alarms were present on the first and second floors and operated as designed, alerting the occupants and allowing them to escape safely.

Remember these critical fire prevention tips to keep your family safe!

 Dispose of oil- and stain-soaked materials safely. Place used rags and brushes in a sealed, airtight metal container or allow them to dry completely outdoors before disposal. Never pile rags, brushes, or rollers together, rather lay them flat on an exterior surface and allow them to dry completely.
 Install and maintain working smoke alarms. Smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home. Residents who need assistance with smoke alarms can learn more about Loudoun County's free smoke alarm program at www.loudoun.gov/smokealarms or call 703-737-8093.

For additional fire prevention and life safety information, please visit www.loudoun.gov/fire or call the LCFR-FMO at 703-737-8600.

10/24/2026

UPDATE (1:21 a.m. 10/24/26): The fire has been contained. One firefighter was transported for a minor injury. No reported civilian injuries. Crews will remain on scene for an extended period of time. The LCFR Fire Marshal’s Office is on scene and will conduct an origin and cause investigation.

INCIDENT ALERT: Fire and rescue crews are on the scene of a house fire in the 38300 block of Downs Court in Hamilton. Crews arrived to fire showing from a single family home. Expect fire and rescue personnel in the area for an extended period of time.

10/24/2026

INCIDENT ALERT: Fire and rescue crews are on the scene of a house fire in the 38300 block of Downs Court in Hamilton. Crews arrived to fire showing from a single family home. Expect fire and rescue personnel in the area for an extended period of time.

10/23/2026

Early Happy Halloween ! Today, Loudoun County Fire and Rescue and Inova Loudoun Hospital teamed up to spread smiles to kids and their families in the hospital’s pediatric unit. Our Technical Rescue personnel were decked out in costumes as they rappelled from the roof of Lansdowne Hospital. At each room, characters like Luigi, Mario, Scooby and Batman stopped to wave, blow bubbles and play games with kids through the windows.

Thank you to all of our technical rescue pro's for bringing much needed smiles to Loudoun's littlest heroes! ! A special thank you to Inova Loudoun Hospital for having us!
Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 3756

10/23/2026

Loudoun County Firefighters Kick Off “Heroes for the Holidays” Toy Drive🎁🚒🚑🎁

The holidays are right around the corner, and the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System (LC-CFRS) is kicking off its second annual “Heroes for the Holidays” Toy Drive in partnership with Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Foundation (LCFFF) and IAFF Local 3756. Our first campaign in 2025 was a huge success, with over 4,400 toys collected to benefit children in need in Loudoun County, as well as over $3,700 in donations collected by the LCFFF to assist the non-profit organizations we support. This year’s campaign will begin Monday, October 26, 2026, and run through Friday, December 4, 2026.

Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at any of our LC-CFRS stations, beginning Monday, October 26, 2026, through Friday, December 4, 2026. Toys can also be donated at our fire and rescue headquarters (801 Sycolin Road) and the Training Academy (16600 Courage Court) in Leesburg.

For those wishing to make a monetary donation, visit the official website for the Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Foundation (LCFFF), the charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit of Local 3756. In the note field, please list the “Heroes for the Holidays” Toy Drive. https://bit.ly/LCFFFToys2026

Any donations collected by the LCFFF will directly benefit the Toy Drive and be used to purchase toys for the Loudoun County non-profits we support.

For additional information about the “Heroes for the Holidays” Toy Drive, please contact Lieutenant Rob Boyer at (240)-674-4906 or via email at [email protected]

10/22/2026

INCIDENT ALERT | 45500 block of Reading Terrace | Sterling

Fire and rescue units responded to a reported house fire at approximately 11:22 p.m. Units located a middle of the row townhome with a fire in the garage. The fire is out and no injuries have been reported. The LCFR Fire Marshal’s Office is on scene and will conduct an origin and cause investigation. Expect fire and rescue personnel in the area for an extended period of time.

10/21/2026

🚨 We're hiring a Budget, Finance and Administration Manager!

is seeking an experienced and motivated Budget, Finance and Administration Manager to support the financial, administrative, and strategic operations of a dynamic public safety organization. This position plays a critical role in overseeing LCFR’s complex operating budget, EMS cost recovery program, special funds, grants, procurement functions, and major departmental projects.

Applications will be accepted through Friday, November 6, 2026! Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/4z1oDAL

10/20/2026

Update: Just before 5 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Loudoun County Fire and Rescue units were called to a mail processing facility in the 16,000 block of Courage Court in Leesburg for a potential hazardous materials incident. Fire and rescue units arrived on scene and established unified command with the Loudoun Co. Fire Marshal’s Office and Loudoun Co. Sheriff’s Office as the Hazardous Materials Response Team was en route.

One package was examined by Hazardous Materials Technicians and determined to be safe. There were no hazards found and no exposure to staff or first responders.

Fire and rescue units turned the facility over to management and are clearing the scene.

Fire and rescue units responding to a possible Hazardous Materials incident on Courage Court in Leesburg. The situation is stable. First responders will remain on scene for some time, please avoid the area.

10/20/2026

Fire and rescue units responding to a possible Hazardous Materials incident on Courage Court in Leesburg. The situation is stable. First responders will remain on scene for some time, please avoid the area.