Prince George County Fire and EMS

10/22/2026

10/21/2026

Don’t miss out on this chance to dress up, enjoy a night out AND support our community and first responders!

Date: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time: 5pm - 8pm (Drive thru pickup from 4pm-5:30pm)
Location: Prince George Ruritan Club (5450 Ruffin Road)

Tickets are still available! Buy them here: https://ow.ly/lqNy50ZZw6t

Only four days left until Starlight & Sirens! PG Public Safety Foundation is hosting an unforgettable evening celebrating our Police, Fire, and EMS professionals at the 6th Annual Steak Dinner & Fundraiser. Bring your neighbors for great food, community spirit, and a chance to support our first responders. Mark your calendar and don’t miss this special night!

Date: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time: 5pm - 8pm (Drive thru pickup from 4pm-5:30pm)
Location: Prince George Ruritan Club (5450 Ruffin Road)

Tickets are still available! Buy them here: https://ow.ly/lqNy50ZZw6t

10/20/2026

This morning, Prince George Fire & EMS crews responded to a reported structure fire in the 10000 block of Eagle Court just after 11:45 a.m.

Upon arrival, the first responding units found a shed behind a residence fully involved in fire. Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the blaze and prevent it from spreading to the home.

The shed was destroyed, and the rear of the home sustained minor exterior damage. Firefighters successfully prevented the fire from extending into the residence.

No injuries were reported. The Hopewell Fire Marshal determined that the fire was electrical in nature.

As a general reminder here are a few fire safety tips to prevent electrical fires:

- Avoid overloading outlets or power strips, and never plug extension cords or power strips into one another.
- In sheds and other outdoor areas, use extension cords rated for outdoor use and the equipment being powered. Keep cords clear of standing water.
- Use extension cords only temporarily—not as a substitute for permanent wiring. Have a qualified electrician install additional outlets where needed.
- Have a qualified electrician investigate warning signs such as frequently tripping breakers, warm or discolored outlets, flickering lights, sparks, or a burning smell.

Units responding: Chief 1, Battalion Chief 4, Training 1, Logistics 1, Engine 5, Medic 6, Medic 7, Engine 8, Medic 8 and Hopewell Fire Marshal

10/15/2026

🔥 Community Notice: Authorized Open Burn 🔥

We are aware of an authorized open burn scheduled to occur in the 2700 block of Eagle Rock Road starting Oct. 14. The open burning is to clear clean debris. Residents may see smoke in and around the area during approved burning hours. This activity has been authorized and fire personnel are aware of the operation.

What: Authorized open burn - 2700 block of Eagle Rock Road
When: 8a.m. - 4p.m. Oct. 14 through Nov. 13, 2026.
Purpose: Clearing clean debris

Please do not call 911 solely to report smoke related to this authorized burn. However, call 911 immediately if you see a fire spreading beyond the burn area, flames threatening a structure or roadway, or another immediate emergency. Motorists traveling on or near Eagle Rock Road should use caution and be prepared for possible smoke-related reductions in visibility.

10/13/2026

Prince George Fire & EMS Is Hiring!

We’re seeking pre-certified Fire Medics to join a professional department serving a 282-square-mile community through eight Fire & EMS stations.

What We Offer:
* Competitive starting salary: $57,347 for Firefighter/EMTs and $63,224 for Paramedics
* Higher starting pay available based on prior experience and qualifications
* Opportunities with the Hazmat and Technical Rescue Teams
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
* Annual pay step plan

Apply today and become part of a department committed to excellence, teamwork, and community service: governmentjobs.com/careers/princegeorgeva

10/10/2026

C-Shift wrapped up Fire Prevention Week with a visit to North Elementary! Firefighters enjoyed spending time with students in Pre-K, kindergarten, and first grade, sharing important fire-safety tips and showing them the tools and equipment they use every day.

Students also learned what to do when calling 911 and what information to share with the dispatcher during an emergency.

Parents: Talk with your child about calling 911 only for real emergencies, such as a fire, serious injury, or when someone needs immediate help. Practice having them clearly tell the dispatcher:

- Their name
- Their address or where they are
- The phone number they are calling from, if they know it
- What happened
- Whether anyone is hurt or in danger
- To stay on the line and answer the dispatcher’s questions

Remind them to remain as calm as possible, speak clearly, and never hang up unless the dispatcher tells them it is okay to do so.

Thank you to Prince George County Public Schools for partnering with us throughout the week and helping bring life-saving fire-safety lessons into the classroom!

10/09/2026

🔥Community Notice: Authorized Open Burn🔥

We are aware of an authorized open burn scheduled to occur in the 5700 block of Prince George Drive starting Monday, October 12. The open burning is to clear clean debris. Residents may see smoke in and around the area during approved burning hours. This activity has been authorized and fire personnel are aware of the operation.

What: Authorized open burn - 5700 block of Prince George Drive
When: 8a.m. - 4p.m. Oct. 12, 2026 through Oct. 23, 2026.
Purpose: Clearing clean debris

Please do not call 911 solely to report smoke related to this authorized burn. However, call 911 immediately if you see a fire spreading beyond the burn area, flames threatening a structure or roadway, or another immediate emergency. Motorists traveling on or near Prince George Drive should use caution and be prepared for possible smoke-related reductions in visibility.

10/09/2026

Prince George Fire & EMS visited Middle Road Elementary on Thursday as part of Fire Prevention Week! Pre-K, kindergarten, and first-grade students learned important fire-safety lessons in a fun, hands-on way.

One key reminder for families: keep a fire extinguisher accessible at home, especially in the kitchen, garage, and near heating equipment and check it regularly. Make sure the pressure gauge is in the green zone, the pin and tamper seal are intact, and everyone knows where it is located. Remember: extinguishers are for small, contained fires only. If a fire is spreading or you are unsure, get out immediately and call 911.

A big thank you to the Jefferson Park Volunteer Fire Department / Company 5 for joining A-Shift firefighters and helping educate our young learners in such an engaging way!

Jefferson Park Volunteer Fire Department Co.5
Prince George County Public Schools

10/08/2026

Wednesday’s Fire Prevention Week visit brought Prince George Fire & EMS to Beazley Elementary School! Our firefighters had a great time talking with students about fire safety, showing them the apparatus and equipment we use, and answering their many great questions.

We also had a very special visitor join us… Smokey Bear! Smokey helped remind everyone that fire safety starts with each of us, and a great place to start is with your smoke alarms.

Smoke alarm safety tips:
- Test your smoke alarms once every month.
- Replace smoke-alarm batteries as needed, and replace the entire alarm every 10 years.
- Install smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of your home.
- Make a home escape plan and practice it with your family at least twice a year.

Thank you to Beazley Elementary for welcoming us, and a special thank-you to our C-Shift firefighters and Company 1 volunteers for helping make this visit memorable for the students!

Prince George Volunteer Fire Department Co. 1
Prince George County Public Schools

10/07/2026

Fire Prevention Week continues in Prince George County!

On Tuesday, our B-Shift firefighters visited Harrison Elementary School to share important fire-safety lessons with students. The visit focused on making a home fire escape plan and choosing a safe outdoor meeting place where every member of the family can gather if there is a fire.

Having a designated meeting spot—such as a mailbox, a neighbor’s driveway, or a tree across the street—helps everyone get out quickly and allows firefighters to know whether everyone from the home is safe and accounted for. Once you are outside, stay outside, and never go back into a burning home for people, pets, or belongings.

Have you talked with your family about what to do in the event of a house fire? Take a few minutes today to identify two ways out of every room, choose a meeting place outside, and make sure everyone in your house knows the plan.

Thank you, Harrison Elementary School, for welcoming our firefighters and helping us share these life-saving fire-safety messages with your students!