Engine 1 with hose line and a flaming window display were among the many exhibitors at Rappahannock Elementary School for Dare Day. Bobby Smoot, Assistant Chief organized the trip and though a cool day, the kids still enjoyed themselves by … Continue reading
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May 9, 2015 – A handful of firefighters from Washington did a public service house and 3 sheds burn for a lady of her old homeplace on Pullen’s Bluff. The house was beyond repair and too dangerous for firefighters to … Continue reading
Burning the day before and smothering during the night. The brush pile seemed out when residents left the site. Wind found a spark and blew it onto the nearby dry field. Approximately 2 acres burned before our units encircled and … Continue reading
Motorcycle vs deer causes badly damaged bike and helo ride for the driver. Bike flipped after hitting deer,now dead, and road rash and injured knee sent the rider for a ride in the ambulance to the helo landing site where … Continue reading
A house that had not been lived in for years caught fire March 16. A fully involved structure was noted around 2118 hrs. Firefighters arrived seven minutes later. Two leader lines of 300 feet were pulled to reach the abandoned … Continue reading
Tanker 2 Sperryville Fire arrived to home fully involved with fire starting to engulf nearby shed. Chief 2, Richie Burke took command. Power lines across vehicles were arcing preventing initial attack to save the shed. Occupant had been reported inside … Continue reading
Cold windy day with high fire hazard. Smoke was seen up Over Jordon Farm Ln off Bear Wallow Hollow. Company 4, Flint Hill VFR arrived on scene to 5-6 acres on fire running across the field being pushed by wind … Continue reading
Morning call as everyone going to work. Call came in – fire from chimney visible. Company 1 units arrived on scene with no fire visible. Cleaning the stove resulted in air flow up chimney and flames now showing. FF’s steamed … Continue reading
Bad weather on FT Valley Road created a spin out rollover where 2 men hit tree with their pickup and created a low riding bed. Close call for cab hitting tree would result in major damage. Running off road and … Continue reading
Community members who have brush piles too large for them to control will often request assistance from our fire department. We a glad to oblige if members are available and conditions are correct to make a good safe burn. Attached … Continue reading