Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department

06/26/2026

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06/22/2026

Mutual Aid Water Rescue Response

At approximately 8:30 p.m., Wednesday 6/17, Powhatan Water Rescue resources were requested by Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department to assist with a reported water rescue in the 200 block of Davenport Road after a person was reported to have gone under in a pond.

Responding from Powhatan were:

🚒 Water Rescue 709
🚤 Boat 702
🚒 DC720
🚒 DC751
🚒 Chief 700

Working alongside our crews were personnel from Farmville Volunteer Fire Department, Cumberland Sheriff's Department, Powhatan Sheriff's Office UAS Team, Goochland UAS Team with an underwater drone, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, and Virginia State Police Dive Team.

Despite the rapid response and coordinated efforts of all agencies involved, the incident transitioned from a rescue operation to a recovery operation. Sadly, the victim did not survive and was recovered by the Virginia State Police Dive Team.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim's family, friends, and everyone affected by this tragic incident. We also extend our appreciation to all of the first responders and partner agencies whose professionalism, teamwork, and dedication were evident throughout this difficult call.

06/08/2026

🚒 Congratulations FF Mark Nagosky and FF Eli Rockwell! 🚒

The members of Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department would like to congratulate Firefighter Mark Nagosky and Firefighter Eli Rockwell on successfully completing their Interior Firefighter Taskbooks and being released as Interior Firefighters!

This milestone marks their transition from red shirts to blue shirts, and both firefighters were proudly presented with their firefighter shields by Chief Blair.

Achieving this accomplishment required a tremendous amount of dedication and hard work. Mark and Eli completed Firefighter I, Hazardous Materials Operations (HAZMAT OPS), CPR certification, and their Interior Firefighter Taskbooks. Combined, they have invested more than 200 hours of training to reach this point.
Their commitment to serving our community and developing their skills is something to be proud of, and we look forward to seeing them continue to grow within the fire service.

Congratulations, Mark and Eli, on this well-earned achievement!

Now that you've conquered this challenge, we have a feeling EMT class may be in your future. 👀
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Thank you Clouser Photography Clouser Photography for the photos.

06/04/2026

This past Tuesday, our volunteers trained inside an acquired structure — a real donated building that gives us the chance to practice in an actual home before it’s demolished.

These types of structures provide invaluable knowledge! Navigating real rooms, real hallways, and real layouts teaches our firefighters things no classroom or drill ground can replicate. Opportunities like this, sharpens our skills, builds teamwork, and makes us better prepared for whatever we respond to in our community.

If you’re interested in becoming a part of this awesome team, check us out at volunteerpowhatan.org!

05/29/2026

Just before midnight, Powhatan Water Rescue and Goochland Fire Rescue crews were dispatched to assist the Goochland Sheriff’s Office and Virginia State Police with a vehicle reported in the James River near Tucker Park.
Responding units from Powhatan included:
• Water Rescue 709
• Boat 702
• EMS 702
• DC 720
• Chief 701
Also assisting on scene was MedFlight 1, staffed with Chesterfield Fire & EMS personnel as part of their operational partnership, along with members of the Goochland Sheriff’s Office, Powhatan Sheriff’s Office, and Virginia State Police.
This incident reflects the strong partnership between Goochland and Powhatan, where agencies work together as one team to serve and protect our communities.

05/25/2026

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Kenneth Clouser on becoming our newest cleared Interior Firefighter!

Firefighter Clouser joined our department from Pinecroft Fire Department in North Carolina, where he previously earned his certifications. We are proud to announce that VDFP has officially accepted his certifications, allowing him to continue serving at the interior level with our department.

Kenneth has already shown great dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the fire service, and we are excited to have him as part of our team.

Congratulations, Firefighter Clouser, and thank you for your continued service to the community! 🚒🔥

04/12/2026

Busy day dealing with a large brush fire on the western end of Powhatan yesterday. In all, crews work 7+ hours to contain just over 35 acres that burned.

We cannot thank all the mutual aid crews enough for your assistance. It was awesome to see all the outside help that came from Cumberland, Amelia, Department of Forestry, Powhatan Sheriff’s Department and then flying Squad.

Shout out to the Powhatan Sheriff’s Department drone team. This was such a valuable asset on this incident. The command post was a long way from the actual fire. The eye in the sky helped the command staff with seeing how big the fire was, where the wind was pushing it, watching for spots fires (many of them), tracking apparatus and people, and helping the boots on the ground get to where they were needed.

Outstanding work by all!

Crews from:
Powhatan
Deep Creek Vol. Fire Dept
Macon Vol Fire Dept
Powhatan Vol. Fire Dept
Huguenot Vol Fire Dept
Fine Creek Vol Fire Dept

Cumberland
Cumberland Vol Fire Dept
Cartersville Vol Fire Dept
Randolph Vol Fire Dept

Amelia
Mattoax Vol Fire Dept
Jetersville Vol Fire Dept
Paineville Vol Fire Dept

Department of Forestry
Powhatan Dozer
Cumberland Dozer
And several Foresters

Powhatan Sheriff’s Drone Team

Richmond Metro Flying Squad

03/17/2026

Last night got a bit busy for the county. Company 2 responded to several tree down calls and two houses with trees on them. Fortunately, everyone in both locations was uninjured.
Unfortunately, both houses have a fair amount of structural damage that will need to be repaired. Check around your property for downed trees and limbs. Also, look up and make sure there are no broken limbs just waiting to fall. Be cautious as you drive around this morning, as there are still some roads closed due to power lines and trees being down.

03/17/2026

03/16/2026

We hope you have already seen this. If not please be prepared for tomorrow’s weather.