Main Island Creek VFD

07/04/2026

We at Main Island Creek VFD pass on our prayers and condolences to the Hill Family and the Cora Volunteer Fire Department. On many occasions our department worked with Chief Hill on both calls and in training. He served his country, state, county and community with the utmost professionalism. He will be sorely missed.

🖤 With Deep Sadness, We Announce the Passing of Chief Emeritus George Hill 🖤

It is with profound sorrow that the members of the Cora Volunteer Fire Department announce the passing of our beloved Chief Emeritus George Hill, who entered into eternal rest today, July 4, 2026, at the age of 76.

February 25, 1950 – July 4, 2026

Chief Hill dedicated countless years of his life to serving the citizens of our community with honor, courage, and unwavering commitment. In 1986, following the unexpected passing of our department’s first Fire Chief, Tom Holloway, George accepted the responsibility of leading the Cora Volunteer Fire Department. During one of the most difficult times in our department’s history, he stepped forward to provide the leadership, stability, and vision that would shape the future of our organization for decades to come.

Throughout his tenure as Fire Chief, he guided our department through many challenges, always leading with integrity, humility, and a servant’s heart. One of Chief Hill’s greatest accomplishments was overseeing the planning and construction of the Cora Volunteer Fire Department’s current station, which opened in 2000. That building stands today not only as our home, but as a lasting testament to his dedication and commitment to ensuring future generations of firefighters would have the resources needed to protect our community.

Even after stepping down as Fire Chief, George’s service to the department never ended. He remained an active member of the Cora Volunteer Fire Department Board of Directors, continuing to provide guidance, wisdom, and unwavering support to the department he loved so dearly.

His influence extends far beyond the walls of our station. He mentored countless firefighters, inspired generations of volunteers, and helped build the department we proudly serve in today. The values he instilled—service, sacrifice, teamwork, and compassion—continue to guide us every day.

Although we mourn the loss of Chief Hill, we are deeply grateful for the legacy he leaves behind. His impact on our department and our community will never be forgotten, and it is now our responsibility to carry forward the standard of excellence that he established.

On behalf of the officers, members, and Board of Directors of the Cora Volunteer Fire Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the Hill family and to all who knew and loved him. We ask our community to keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Today, on Independence Day, as our nation celebrates freedom, we also pause to honor a man who spent his life answering the call to serve others. While our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing that Chief Hill’s legacy will continue to live on through every firefighter who wears the Cora Volunteer Fire Department patch.

Rest easy, Chief. Your watch is complete. We have it from here.

🚒 Chief Emeritus George Hill
February 25, 1950 – July 4, 2026
Forever a part of Cora Volunteer Fire Department. Forever our Chief.

06/27/2026

Caution. Multiple trees down on Cow Creek Road near the foot of the mountain. One has power lines involved blocking both lanes of traffic. The road near Old House Branch also has water running across it. Due to the temp repair, it is subject to wash out. Please use caution. DOH and AEP have been notified.

06/25/2026

Folks, here’s your chance to report the blockages that keep causing the flooding in our area. Contact the number listed to report.

📍Logan County Office of Emergency Management will be working with WV Conservation Agency today. If you see any stream blockages caused by debris, fallen trees, or other obstructions from the recent flooding please call our office at 304-792-0192 to report them.

06/23/2026

Rt 44 is open to Logan from Omar area. Use caution. Cow Creek is still impassable at Frank Lane/Old House Branch and the tree is still blocking one lane at the mouth of Cow Creek.

06/23/2026

This is what we know for road conditions so far, the road is impassable at Rt 44 near the Honda shop. Water across the road at Shawnee meadows, southbound lane is impassable unless you have a large truck. Roy browning lane at Rossmore has water in roads and yards, Chauncey has water coming down the roads at Beth Haven, there is a tree blocking one lane at the mouth of Cow Creek, Cow Creek road impassable at Frank Lane and Old House Branch area, Rt 44 southbound at Knights Landing has a tree in it blocking the lane. We have reported this to 911. DOH crews have been notified. We will try to keep you updated. Use caution, only leave your homes if necessary.

04/01/2026

Prayers for Jake.

🚒 Community Prayer Request 🚒

On behalf of the members of Cora Volunteer Fire Department, we ask our community to come together in prayer for one of our own.

City of Logan Firefighter Jordan Evans’ son, Jake, will be undergoing major open-heart surgery tomorrow at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.

The Evans family has always been there for others—offering comfort, support, and strength to those in need throughout our community. Now, it’s our turn to come together and be there for them.

We ask for:
🙏 Prayers for a successful surgery
🙏 Strength and comfort for Jake
🙏 Peace for his parents and family
🙏 Guidance for the doctors and medical team

The fire service is a family—and so is this community. Let’s lift Jake and the Evans family up with the same love and support they’ve shown so many others.

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

03/10/2026

The Main Island Creek Vol. Fire Dept., along with members from the Cora Vol. Fire Dept. and the Verdunville Vol. Fire Dept. Received excellent training this evening courtesy of Thomas Miller and the West Virginia University Fire Service Extension.

Miller instructed thirty volunteers in the course entitled “H.I.P.P.A. for Fire and EMS”. The class deals with identifying, protecting, and disclosing Personally Identifiable Information for first response agencies.

Thank you to Tom Miller and the WVUFSE for continued support of our Logan County Fire Departments.

03/08/2026

At 11:28 this morning, Main Island Creek VFD responded to a call which came through Mingo County 911 to Logan County 911 of a vehicle accident on Horsepen. While enroute, units were notified that Gilbert VFD and Baisden VFD had responded and were on scene advising the vehicle was on fire. Upon arrival of our first units, Gilbert VFD advised the fire was extinguished. Two individuals were assessed by Stat EMS and Leasa units then transported by Stat EMS to LRMC for treatment. We thank Gilbert VFD and Baisden VFD for continuing their response after noticing the fire was just outside their coverage area and quickly knocking the fire out. Units worked together to get things finished and cleared up. We are thankful for Gilbert VFD, Baisden VFD and Stat Ambulance. It’s all about protecting the people and property. The WV State Police is in charge of the investigation to the cause.