Morrisvale Volunteer Fire Department

03/26/2026

We’re running out of people.

This isn’t a problem unique to one town or one firehouse. It’s happening everywhere.

Across our communities, the number of people willing and able to volunteer is shrinking. At the same time, the calls are not slowing down. If anything, they’re increasing. More emergencies. More need. Fewer people stepping forward to meet it.

Inside the firehouse, that reality is already here, and being felt in real ways.

The same names keep showing up. The same group of people answering calls again and again. The list isn’t getting longer. The workload isn’t getting lighter. The workforce isn't getting younger. We’re relying on neighboring departments to fill the gaps, and they’re relying on us to help them more than ever.

This isn’t about the future anymore. This is happening right now.

I won’t sugarcoat it. Joining a volunteer fire department isn't easy, and it takes time. The initial training is demanding. It will interrupt your routine. There will be nights when it’s inconvenient, when it would be easier to stay home, when you question whether you can keep up.

That part is real. But it’s also temporary.

What’s on the other side of that effort is something most people will never experience. You learn how to stay calm when others can’t. You learn how to step into situations people naturally avoid and actually be useful. You gain real skills you use on calls, at home, and in everyday life. And you become part of a group that shows up for their neighbors when they need it most.

It’s rewarding. It’s satisfying. And it makes a difference in your life, and in your community. It changes how you see yourself.

This isn’t about being a certain type of person. It’s not about being the strongest or the fastest. It’s not about having experience or knowing exactly what to do on day one. There are roles for all kinds of people; on the fireground, in EMS, and behind the scenes.

What matters is the willingness to step forward and learn. Men and women. Young adults. Parents. People with full-time jobs and other commitments. People who have thought about it before but never took the first step. You don’t need to be ready for the worst right now. You just need to be willing to start.

Because here’s the truth: The calls will keep coming. They always do. It might be your house. It might be your neighbor. The only question is who will be there to answer them. Will it be you?

If this made you stop for even a second, don’t overthink it. Stop by your local firehouse. Message them. Talk to someone. Sit in on a drill. Ask questions. No pressure. No commitment. Just come see what it’s really about.

Because the hardest part isn’t the training. It’s walking through the door for the first time.

- Captain Cummings

02/26/2026

01/02/2026

Tired of hobbies that don’t involve fire trucks? The Morrisvale Volunteer Fire Department is recruiting new members. You’ll learn real skills, help your neighbors, and occasionally be woken up by a pager that has zero respect for your sleep schedule. Training provided. No experience needed. Come join the fun (and the service). 🚒🔥

12/25/2025

We hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

12/19/2025

🚨 Storm Damage & Travel Advisory – Boone County 🚨

Overnight, a severe storm moved through Boone County, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. As a result, multiple roads are currently impassable due to downed trees and power lines, and we have received reports of damage to homes.

⚠️ Please use extreme caution when traveling this morning. Your normal route may be disrupted by fallen trees or downed lines.

🚫 Never touch a downed power line.
If a power line falls on your vehicle or home while you are inside, call 911 immediately. Do not attempt to remove the line, and only evacuate if you can do so safely.

📝 Report Storm Damage
If your property has sustained storm damage, please visit www.boonewv.com
and click the link outlined in red on the homepage to report damage.
✔️ Include photos and as much information as possible.

📞 Need help submitting a report?
Call 211, and someone can assist you with completing the form.

🚨 Please refrain from calling 911 unless you have a life-threatening emergency.

Fire departments, law enforcement, the Department of Highways, and Boone County EMA personnel have been working throughout the night and will continue today to assess damage and mitigate hazards.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as response efforts continue. Stay safe.

12/14/2025

Due to the road conditions and the cold weather, we have decided to cancel the Annual Firefighters dinner that was scheduled for today.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! Have a wonderful day and safe travels!

11/02/2025

Don’t forget to change those smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector batteries when you set your clocks back! Smoke detectors save lives!

11/01/2025

At Horse Creek Cabins, we believe that no one should go hungry.

Tomorrow November 1 we will be giving out free food bags at our location:
1783 Horse Creek Road, Spurlockville, WV 25565

You’ll see a red truck parked in front of our patio tomorrow November 1st from 11 am to 6 pm or until we run out of bags. The bags will be in the back. There won’t be anyone standing by or watching. No one will shame you for taking food. Please, take what you need, especially if you have children.

As someone with celiac disease, I’ve often had to skip meals at catered events, school lunches, and pizza parties because there weren’t any gluten-free options, or because of the risk of contamination. It’s a small glimpse into what it feels like when everyone else can eat, but you can’t.

Of course, that doesn’t compare to starvation - to not having any food to come home to at all. But it helps me understand, in a small way, what it means to feel left out or forgotten when it comes to something as basic as eating.

Please share this post to help get it to people in need!