Stafford County Fire Rescue Volunteers

05/31/2026

05/30/2026

Today, we pause to remember one of our own.

Stafford Volunteer Fire Department proudly supports the memorial wreath laying ceremony honoring Battalion Chief John McDonald on the 12th anniversary of his Line of Duty Death. Chief McDonald’s dedication, leadership, and service to the fire service community continue to leave a lasting impact on all who had the privilege to know and serve alongside him.

We invite our members, public safety partners, and community to join us as we honor his memory and reflect on the sacrifices made by those who dedicate their lives to serving others.

📍 Quantico National Veterans Cemetery
📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 1000 Hours

May we never forget the service, sacrifice, and legacy of Battalion Chief John McDonald.

Dedicated 2 Excellence.

05/30/2026

Today we remember John "Johnny Mac" McDonald, who died in the line of duty on May 30, 2014 while working with the Naval District Washington Fire and Emergency Services. He was also a volunteer with the Stafford Volunteer Fire Department.

05/29/2026

🔥🎓 CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2026! 🎓🔥

A huge round of applause to the Stafford County Fire & Rescue Volunteers graduating this year! Your dedication, courage, and commitment to serving our community—while balancing school, training, and countless hours of volunteer work—sets you apart in the most extraordinary way.

You’ve earned every bit of this moment.

You’ve proven your strength, your resilience, and your heart.
And now, you’re stepping into the future with the same determination that makes our county proud.

Here’s to the Stafford County Fire & Rescue Class of 2026—
the next generation of leaders, helpers, and heroes.
Congratulations! 🎓🚒🇺🇸

05/29/2026

The Brooke Volunteer Fire Department would like to congratulate our member, Anna Parent, on her graduation from Brooke Point High School!

We are incredibly proud of Anna’s hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. As she celebrates this important milestone, we wish her continued success and happiness in all her future endeavors.

Your Brooke Volunteer Fire Department family is proud of you!

05/29/2026

Early this morning, units from the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department responded to a major mass casualty incident involving a bus crash on Interstate 95 southbound in Stafford County. Upon arrival, crews encountered a devastating scene involving multiple vehicles, numerous injured occupants, and several vehicles on fire.

Fire and Rescue personnel from Stafford County were assisted by mutual aid partners from Fauquier County Fire Rescue System, Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue, and Marine Corps Base Quantico Fire and Emergency Services. Both Stafford County Heavy Rescue companies worked extensively to extricate multiple trapped victims while engine company personnel simultaneously operated to suppress vehicle fires and secure the incident scene.

A total of five fatalities have been confirmed as a result of the crash. Additionally, over 30 patients sustained injuries ranging from minor to critical and were transported by helicopters and numerous ambulances to area hospitals for treatment.

This was a complex and labor-intensive operation that required a coordinated response from multiple agencies across the region. Thankfully this shift’s staffing allowed for both Heavy Rescues from Station 1 & 14 to be staffed which played a vital role in this operation, these units are not regularly staffed most days due to our current staffing model. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those impacted by this tragic incident.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by law enforcement authorities.

05/29/2026

🚒 DO YOU SEE YOURSELF MAKING A DIFFERENCE? 🚒

Every life touched. Every moment matters.

As Stafford County Fire Rescue Volunteer, ordinary people step up to do extraordinary things — serving neighbors, protecting families, and becoming part of something bigger than themselves.

🔥 No experience? No problem. Training is available.
🔥 16+ opportunities available
🔥 Serve your community
🔥 Build leadership skills
🔥 Make a real impact
🔥 Become part of a team that feels like family

Whether you’re interested in becoming a Volunteer Firefighter, EMT, or supporting emergency services, there’s a place for you to make a difference.

📍 Stafford County, Virginia
🚨 Volunteer Since 1941 — A Tradition of Service

Are YOU ready to answer the call?

👉 Learn more and get involved: www.staffordfirerescue.com

05/27/2026

Stafford Volunteer Fire Department proudly supports the Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony in remembrance of the 12th Anniversary of the Line of Duty Death of Battalion Chief John McDonald.

Chief McDonald’s dedication, leadership, and service left a lasting impact on the fire service and on countless members who had the privilege to know and serve alongside him. His legacy continues to live on through the lessons he taught, the people he mentored, and the commitment to service he exemplified every day.

We invite our community, neighboring departments, and all those who wish to pay their respects to join us as we honor his memory.

📍 Quantico National Veterans Cemetery
📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
🕙 1000 Hours

Gone, but never forgotten.
Dedicated 2 Excellence.

05/27/2026

Last Night marks a major milestone for Stafford Volunteer Fire Department and a proud moment for our members and community.

For the first time in our department’s history, we successfully staffed a Medic Unit completely with volunteer personnel.

Many people may not realize there is a difference between an ambulance and a Medic Unit. While both respond to medical emergencies, a Medic Unit operates at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level and requires a higher level of certification and staffing. A standard ambulance is staffed with a driver and an EMT, while a Medic Unit requires an ALS provider — such as a Paramedic or Advanced EMT — along with an EMT/Driver.

This achievement represents countless hours of training, certification, dedication, and sacrifice from our volunteers who continue to step up to serve this community at the highest level possible.

Volunteer EMS is not easy. It takes commitment, teamwork, and people willing to answer the call at all hours of the day and night. Last night proves that the volunteer fire and rescue service is still strong, still growing, and still committed to providing exceptional care to the citizens and visitors of Stafford County.

To every member who helped make this happen — thank you. This is a proud moment for Company 2 and a glimpse at what our future of volunteer EMS can look like.

Dedicated 2 Excellence.