Lynchburg Fire Department

06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day.

06/12/2026

With temps heading to the mid 90s again today, please take advantage of the City's cooling centers and follow these tips for staying safe in the heat.

Department of Human Services Lobby, 99 Ninth Street - [8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]

Miller Center, 301 Grove Street, 2nd Floor Customer Service Desk - [8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]

Miller Center, 301 Grove Street, 1st/Ground Floor Entrance to Library Hub (back parking lot) - [10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]

Lynchburg Public Library, Downtown Branch, 216 12th Street - [10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday; 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday]

Salvation Army, 2215 Park Avenue - [12:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday only]

06/11/2026

School may be out, but learning should never stop. That's why we were happy to drop in on the College Hill Neighborhood Center today to teach the kids about fire safety and what it takes to be a firefighter. And since it was about a thousand degrees out on the playground, we figured a little hose down would hit the spot. Sorry parents, but the kids loved it!

06/11/2026

Extremely hot temperatures are in the forecast for the next couple of days. Be aware of the signs for heat stroke and heat exhaustion, and if you need assistance staying cool, please take advantage of one of these cooling centers.

Hot temperatures are expected later this week, and free cooling centers will be available across Lynchburg to help residents stay safe and comfortable.

🌡️ Cooling centers will be open Thursday, June 11, and Friday, June 12, at several locations throughout the city, with bottled water provided by Lynchburg Emergency Services.

If you don't have access to air conditioning, consider spending the hottest part of the day at one of these air-conditioned locations:

• Department of Human Services Lobby, 99 Ninth Street - [8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]
• Miller Center, 301 Grove Street, 2nd Floor Customer Service Desk - [8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]
• Miller Center, 301 Grove Street, 1st/Ground Floor Entrance to Library Hub (back parking lot) - [10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday]
• Lynchburg Public Library, Downtown Branch, 216 12th Street - [10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday; 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday]
• Salvation Army, 2215 Park Avenue - [12:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday only]

As temperatures rise, remember to:
✔️ Drink plenty of water
✔️ Limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat
✔️ Never leave children or pets in a vehicle
✔️ Check on older adults, neighbors, and anyone who may need assistance

Stay safe, LYH!

06/10/2026

For more than 15 years, the Lynchburg Fire Department has sent volunteers to the Central Virginia Burn Camp near Charlottesville, where young people who have suffered traumatic burn injuries can spend a week enjoying things like hiking, swimming, horseback riding and zip lining - all without having to deal with uncomfortable stares or questions. This year we prepared our usual delicious Thanksgiving feast for the campers - a HUGE thank you to The Honey Baked Ham Company and IAFF Local 1146 for making the meal possible. We had a great time last night! Check it out ...

06/08/2026

The City of Lynchburg has selected Brad Creasy as its next Fire Chief following a comprehensive national recruitment process.

With more than 30 years of fire and emergency services experience, including leadership at the local, regional, and state levels, Creasy brings a strong track record in firefighter wellness, workforce development, operational excellence, and community engagement.

Currently serving as Executive Director of the Virginia Department of Fire Programs, he has helped advance firefighter training, safety initiatives, and fire service programs across the Commonwealth.

Creasy is expected to officially begin his role in July, following the completion of standard pre-employment requirements.

Please join us in welcoming Chief Creasy to Lynchburg as we continue building on the proud tradition of service and public safety that our community depends on every day. Read more at https://f.mtr.cool/wbvrpbvajx

06/08/2026

You have just one week left to make a difference in your career and in your community! Take advantage of this generous sign-on bonus and get ready to be a part of a great team of dedicated professionals!

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

More work anniversaries to celebrate this month: FF Donte Taylor, 5 Years; FF Scott Campbell, 5 Years; MFF Brian Summers, 10 Years and FF Tony Peeler, 25 Years. Thank you all for your service to the citizens of Lynchburg and for being such great work colleagues in the Lynchburg Fire Department!

06/05/2026

Some scenes from our annual Retirees' Social today ... it was a great opportunity for old friends to reconnect and to celebrate the six who joined the ranks of retired firefighters over the past year, all while surrounded by historical artifacts from the department's past.