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# Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue

Helping our Neighbors in Emergencies

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- [Rural Water Supply](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/rural-water-supply/) - Recently, we had five members attend one or both the Rural Water Supply and Pump operators classes. Edward Bradley, Dave Bradley, Lisa Palmer, Jonathan Bankston and Charles Crawford gained certifications from the department of Fire Programs.
- [Fund Drive](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fund-drive/)
- [Car Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/1641-2/) - Auto fire impending on building. Engine 1 with three. Amissville, Flint Hill all involved in totally involved vehicle fire with possible extension into building. Amissville pulled line and our members helped. Fire was knocked down. Fire had spread to embankment and was blackening the nearby building. Firefighters hit both with CAFS for easy control.
- [Flint Hill Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/1610-2/) - An explosion was heard in Flint Hill and tones set for propane explosion setting house on fire. We arrived to a different story. The house was a small camper and yes it was totally destroyed. Our task was to put the woods fire out which surrounded the house. Flint Hill, Washington, and Chester Gap all
- [Training](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/training-2/) - Training for 2023, January through June: Members worked on EMS skills and Firefighter 1 class began. Washington believes in the team approach to patients and care. All EMT’s must do continuing education in order to remain certified to operate as an EMT. Firefighters are continuing to do training to keep kills refreshed as our fire
- [Firefighter 1](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/firefighter-1/) - Firefighter 1, our newest firefighter, Dave Bradley. Dave first joined by signing up for EMT class. He is an outstanding EMT and runs many calls. In January he signed up for the Firefighter Class and was a leader in his class. Dave is very aggressive and will be a great asset to our firefighting staff.
- [Fodderstack 10K](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fodderstack-10k/) - Every year the county Recreation sponsors the Fodderstack 10K Race. Several hundred runners participate and our squad and other local squads stand by for possible incidents. Again, this year no incidents and everyone finished the race on a perfect day for running. Two of Washingtons members participated (Kaye Clark and Karl Brotzman) Lisa , Bobby
- [Dare Day](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/dare-day/) - Dare Day at Elementary School. We set up a knock the flame out window for the kids to spray at the flame. Kids have learned that they can get wet by getting behind the flame. A big wet but happy day.
- [Business Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/business-fire/) - Business fire in Sperryville. Auto Mechanical Shop on fire, unknown cause. Sperryville Fire arrived to fully involved building . Exterior firefighting took place and Sperryville got to make good use of their Ladder truck. Washington Shuttled water and helped on scene.
- [Car Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/car-fire/) - Report of explosion on Rock Mills Road. Engine 1 responded with 3 and found a car fully involved. The explosion apparently was the gas tank exploding. Used front bumper to extinguish, set up lighting and use of Saw to open hood. Owner stated he smelled smoke driving home and stopped to open gate when engine
- [House Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/house-fire/) - Chester Gap had report of back deck on fire just above their station. They arrived to the whole back of house now in flames. Washington took tanker and supplied water as their two firefighters maned lines. Tanker 1401 was told to set up a dump tank. Strategies changed and Tanker 1 then started shuttling water.
- [Outside Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/outside-fire/) - Calls coming in from the hollow that a big fire could be seen in Washington. Trucks were dispatched to find a power line down with arcing white flames that lit up the sky. Firefighters from Washington arrived and set up a perimeter and dispatch called for power company. Once power company arrived and cut off
- [Sperryville Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/sperryville-fire/) - Luck befell Sperryville Fire and residential home as debris from construction caught fire on a porch. Sperryville Fire arrived first and hit the fire as Washington was arriving. Our Engine assisted with manpower and cleanup. This was a very old but well kept home that was well know in Sperryville and saving it meant a
- [ATV Crash](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/atv-crash/) - Nice Weekend in February we were called for two 14 year old boys who had a UTV crash into a tree, with entrapment. Both seriously injured, with our patient having head injury and flown to Fairfax. Both patients survived and ended up in Children’s Hospital. Both were home in 10 days. Quick responses from Washington,
- [Fire 4-13-19](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fire-4-13-19/) - Engine one was toned for a structure fire in company two’s due. Multiple county companies responded and determined the fire was electrical. Engine one arrived and assisted in ventilation and assuring that there was no active fire. A great job done by all units on scene! The department wishes the best to the homeowners.
- [Accident 4-6-19](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/accident-4-6-19/) - While members were enjoying getting the chance to meet some of you at our open house, the department was toned for an auto accident at the intersection of 231 and Peola Mills. Engine 1 responded and assisted with traffic control and handled a fluid leak. No injuries were reported, and otherwise it was a quiet
- [Open House 4-6-19](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/open-house-4-6-19/) - Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue was happy to host an open house on the 6th. We loved seeing everyone come out and even had some people interested in joining. it was a great day and we can't wait to do it again!
- [Truck Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/truck-fire/) - Wednesday 2/6/19 Engine 1 responded to assist with a truck fire in company two’s first due. The truck caught fire as it traveled up Old Hollow and blocked much of the roadway. Units assisted with extinguishment and traffic control.
- [Control Burn](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/control-burn/) - This weekend members had an opportunity to do a controlled burn of a house. This gives us a great opportunity to do some training and practice our skills. A big thank you to the property owner for allowing us to do this.
- [Crashes 10-27 and 10-28](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/crashes-10-27-and-10-28/) - The company responded to two auto accidents the last weekend of October. The first was reported later in the evening on Saturday as a single vehicle rollover. The second was reported Sunday morning and involved two vehicles. Thankfully there were no serious injuries with either accident.
- [Accident 9-26-18](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/accident-9-26-18/) - On Wednesday the medic unit responded to a two vehicle crash. The intersection of Lee HWY and Richmond Road is a dangerous intersection. Please use caution coming through the area we have run several incidents nearly identical to this one.
- [Kindergarten Visit 9-24-18](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/kindergarten-visit-9-24-18/) - Yesterday the department had the pleasure of hosting this years kindergarten visit. This annual visit gives us the opportunity show the kids the fire house, talk about fire safety, and have some fun. Hopefully we’ll see some of these kids in fire gear again!
- [Aid Station- Innstock](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/aid-station-innstock/) - On Sunday members spent the day staffing an aid station at the event in town. The medic unit assisted several festival goers, thankfully none needed transport. The second ambulance was also staffed later on in the day as well as the attack truck. We’re glad everyone was able to have a safe and happy time.
- [Fire 9-1-18](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fire-9-1-18/) - Washington Units responded for a commercial structure fire in the Amissville area of 211. Engine 1 and tanker 1 responded to assist with extiguishment and overhaul units were on scene for a few hours with the crews on scene. Every department in the county as well as Warrenton Fire and Little Fork Fire worked together.
- [Fire 7/14/18](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fire-7-14-18/) - Over the weekend of July 14th Engine 1, Tanker 1, and Ambulance 1 responded to another working structure fire in the county. The fire had progressed significantly by the arrival of fire apparatus. County fire personnel as well as mutual aid assistance from Warren and Fauquier counties were on scene for an extended period extinguishing
- [Fire 7/3/18](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fire/) - On Tuesday July 3rd Engine 1, Tanker 1, and Ambulance 1 responded for a first due working structure fire. The fire progressed aggressively but with assistance from every county agency, as well as mutual assistance from other counties the fire was extinguished. Red Cross was contacted to assist the homeowners and Washington wishes them the
- [Flag Pole](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/flag-pole/) - On June 30th members worked hard to put a flagpole up at the station! The pole has been in the works for a few months and today the flag finally flew. We think the flag is a nice addition and coincides pretty well with the 4th.
- [Quick Response](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/quick-response/) - On Friday night company units responded to a deck fire. Units were able to respond quickly and were on scene within five minutes of dispatch. Because of this quick response company personnel were able to start knocking down the fire to keep it from spreading into the house. With units from Sperryville and Flint Hill
- [Fires](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fires/) - WVFR has been busy responding to many calls this week! Two of which were fires. The first fire started with a vehicle and extended to a garage. The second fire was a sizable shed that caused damage to a power line and endangered a residence. WVFR was first on scene for both incidents and with
- [Training](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/training/) - The brush truck is still good for some informal EMS training! Plenty of people around today so it was a good time to practice some skills. These members will be attending EMT class this winter to sharpen their skills and be ready to answer your calls.
- [Busy times](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/busy-times/) - It been a busy couple of weeks here at the department. We've responded to several calls in the community including some very serious calls. We've also had the pleasure of hosting breakfast and lunch for the rough riders as they began and finished their race. Next came our much loved visit by the kindergartners. This
- [Major Mutual Aid Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/major-mutual-aid-fire/) - Saturday night WVFR and many units from Rappahannock were toned to assist Culpeper county with a working commercial structure fire. WVFR responded with our tanker staffed with four firefighters. Upon arrival the apparatus took an attack role on the far side of the building and began making effort to suppress the fire. WVFR was on scene
- [Critical Patients](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/critical-patients/) - In the past week crews from WVFR working with crews from all over the county have responded to care for several critical patients. Starting with two emergent patients on Sunday WVFR crews as well as companies 3 and 9 cared for a motorcyclist who wrecked and a separate patient in cardiac arrest. The motorcyclist was
- [House Burn and Training](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/house-burn-and-training/) - WVFR with members of other companies throughout the county conducted and controlled house burn near Washington this past weekend. Units practiced many skills including ventilation. Units were on scene for a few hours training and keeping the fire under control.
- [Water Rescue](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/water-rescue/) - Following the rain this weekend companies from many parts of the county were toned to assist stranded motorists. Companies 5, 3, and 1 responded to the water rescue pictured below. A motorist misjudged being able to cross the road and became stranded in the water. Units responded and assisted the driver and were able to
- [Easter egg hunt](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/easter-egg-hunt/) - Washington Fire & Rescue would like to thank all those that came out again this year to another successful easter egg hunt. The Easter bunny was on hand as always to great the kids and welcome them for breakfast. WVFR is always proud and privileged to host this event for the children and again thank
- [Oyster Dinner](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/oyster-dinner/) - WVFR hosted a ham and oyster dinner Saturday 3/18/17 and is happy to announce that it was a great success as always. We would like to thank everyone that came out and supported the fire company. All the funds raised this weekend will go to support the fire department and its continued service of the
- [Firefighter Class](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/firefighter-class/) - WVFR is thrilled to have four members participating in the county's Firefighter class being held at company 3. Kaye Clark, Karl Brotzman, Virginia Valentine, and Gage Sload are all learning how to better serve their community in the class. It is still early in the class but all four are enjoying themselves and have been
- [Medevac 2/23/17](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/medevac-22317/) - Companies 1,4, and 7 were toned for a possible small tractor accident. Medic 1 arrived on scene to find injuries that required medevac to Winchester Medical. Engine 1 established the landing zone at company 1 and the patient was transferred to the crew of AirCare.
- [Brush Fire 2/20/17](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/brush-fire-22017/) - Companies 1, 4, and 9 were toned for brush fire on Smith Creek. Attack 1 arrived first on scene to find a little under 2 acres burning under volatile fire conditions. Along with Brush 1 and crews from company 9 The fire was brought under control. A tree that had started to burn was cut
- [Gary Jenkins Jr. Fundraiser](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/gary-jenkins-jr-fundraiser/) - Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue needs help for one of its members who was seriously injured. On July 12, 2016, 19 year old Gary Jenkins Jr was responding from home to a emergency call for Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue. It had just rained after a hot day creating a slick road. Gary was driving on a
- [Fire Training Burning a House](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fire-training-burning-a-house/) - Washington members along with other departments joined Sperryville Fire in a house burn. Most were new members who will be taking firefighting class this fall. No interior firefighting was allowed. Below are a number of pictures of members having fun and getting some experience. 95 degree weather. Everyone came home tired but happy.
- [Over the Embankment 5-4-2016](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/over-the-embankment-5-4-2016/) - A young lady driving along Eastbound 211 near Washington lost control and hit a bank, skidded along a guard rail, rolling several times and over a 50 foot embankment to come to rest on its wheels. Washington had 5 personnel at the station and responded immediately with Medic unit and Engine arriving 3 minutes after dispatch. Our
- [9-15 Acre Field Brush Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/25-acre-field-brush-fire/) - Wind and a small control brush pile caused havoc in Rappahannock County calling for all companies to come with brush trucks or tankers. The resident called in as a small grass fire. Rappahannock Dispatcher dispatched a single company. 2nd Assistant Chief, Gary Jenkins, for Washington arrived on scene near his home and gave size up of
- [EMS Bay Overhaul April 2016](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/ems-bay-overhaul-april-2016/) - Our old bay now being used for the two ambulances , brush truck and utility was showing wear and tear. The floor was cracking. One corner was collapsing needing repair. We employed Floor Coatings from New Castle, DE to do the job. They built up the corner and smoothed it out. All cracks were filled and
- [Woods Fire 4/20/16](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/woods-fire-42016/) - Brush 9 Chester Gap and Attack 1 arrived to a woods fire. Access to the fire was the main problem encountered as the rough trail that ran along a fence. Fire was going uphill on the other side through heavy, heavy briars and brush. To make matter more difficult an old wire fence lay entangled on
- [FedEx Truck Fire in Amissville](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/fedex-truck-fire-in-amissville/) - April 6, Wednesday at 1406 hrs Tones dropped for FedEx truck fire. Amissville and Washington responded to a FedEx truck fire after the driver missed the driveway and hot motor cought leaves on fire with vehicle becoming involved. Amissville arrived with truck fully involved. They began firefighter opts. The grass on the bank had caught
- [Rollover MVA- Massie's Corner 4-8-16](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/rollover-mva-massies-corner-4-8-16/) - Called for vehicle crash in medium of 211 eastbound past Massie's Corner. We expected to find minor crash in middle of grass. Washington was the first on scene in the medic unit. To our surprise, it looked like a bomb went off. A small Toyota pickup truck was on its roof after flipping 4 times. The driver
- [11 Short Road Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/11-short-road-fire/) - Rappahannock County Companies had a small fire in an empty old house. Attack 2 arrived on scene with fire showing from living room window and smoke from eves. Tanker 1 arrived and connected for water supply. Firefighters went into action breaking windows and knocking in the door to quickly extinguish the fire with hose line. Overhaul
- [They Lived!](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/they-lived/) - They Lived. A horrific head on accident occurred between Subaru Forester and a Chevy pick up, sending 3 to nearby hospitals with one on to a trauma center. Overcast skies prevented medivac. Airbags, curtains, and seatbelts by all saved lives. Local EMT, HB, crawled through the back window of the Forester to get to the patient from
- [Rough Riders](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/rough-riders/) - On September 19,2015, the station grounds were swamped with 226 bike riders. Come for breakfast, take a ride up to 50 miles in length over the hilly roads of Rappahannock. Don't forget the scenery they traveled through. It could not have been a nicer day for a ride. Then back to the station for lunch
- [Wildlife at Station](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/wildlife-at-station/) - Daily we experience natures wildlife. Bears, Turkey, and forever the herd of deer bless our grounds. We will not count the groundhogs, skunks, racoons and opossums that frequent the grounds. Better close the bay doors at night when we head out for a call or one of these creatures may get inside. Mother and 3
- [Kindergarten Visit 9-18-15](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/kindergarten-visit-9-18-15/) - 65 children came to the station and experienced what it is like to be a firefighter or EMT. Short talk with a teacher dressing up as a firefighter got the kids lined up for activities of: 1. Dressing up in firefighter gear with plastic helmets for all. 2. Climbing into the firefighter seat of a
- [Track Hoe Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/track-hoe-fire/) - On 11-18-13, Engine 1 and Attack 1 responded to an Deere track hoe fire. Additional help and water was requested from Sperryville Fire. A stubborn diesel leak kept igniting in the engine compartment. 1,500 gallons of water with CAFS. Considered a total lost. The hoe was working burning brush in a pit when the fire
- [Washington Town Christmas Tree Burning](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/washington-town-christmas-tree-burning/) - Everyone in the town of Washington was invited to bring their Christmas trees and throw them on a big pile. At 6 pm on January 17 the pile was lit by Mayor John Sullivan and Assistant Chief Bobby Smoot. It was fun for all standing around the fire keeping warm.
- [Public Service Brush Burns](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/public-service-brush-burns/) - 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 are two burns we did. The one at the Rappahannock Farmers' Co-op was next to
- [2 MVA Roll Over -major damage- minor injury](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/2-mva-roll-over-major-damage-minor-injury/) - 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 rolling caused major damage to front and cab leaving only enough room for driver to
- [Field Fire and Snow](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/field-fire-and-snow/) - 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 towards the woods. Knocking down flanks briefly we headed to the woods to catch the
- [Piedmont House Burns](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/piedmont-house-burns/) - 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 house behind another house. No driveway lead to the structure on fire. We noted a
- [Burn House as Public Service](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/burn-house-as-public-service/) - 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 enter for training. Hose line training was used to control spread into the woods with
- [Dare Day May 22,2015](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/dare-day-may-222015/) - 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 spraying classmates that got behind the flaming window. Students were to open the nozzle and
- [Dueling Helicopters](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/dueling-helicopters/) - Washington was toned for a motorcycle accident on Warren Ave. Responded to find State Police had been in a chase with the motorcycle at high speeds. A slight curve put the motorcycle on the bank of Old Mill Rd. Disaster followed when the elevation of the bank, photo 1, sent the motorcycle and riders airborne
- [Home Intruder](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/home-intruder/) - Sheriff's Office chase of pickup truck driver for erratic driving. Newspaper reports that he ran two officers off the road before cutting across the median of Lee Highway and driving down a driveway into the front double doors of a resident who luckily was not home. The driver was subdued by deputies on scene and
- [Ham/Oyster Dinner a Success](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/hamoyster-dinner-a-success/) - A beautiful day helped our Oyster Dinner fundraiser. Leaf viewers traveled along route 211 observed our signs and on the way home stopped for some of the best oysters that they had ever eaten. Oyster stew, raw oysters and fried all topped the menu of mashed and sweet potatoes, corn, green beans, baked beans, coleslaw,
- [107 Nethers Road Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/107-nethers-road-fire/) - On July 21, 2013 a lightning strike on Turkey ridge pulled half of the county firefighters to a house that became fully involved and a total lost. Tones in Rappahannock dropped again for a lightning strike home on Nether Road. The remaining fire companies where dispatched along with Madison and Culpeper County Fire. Washington arrived
- [Brush Pile Fire Runs Field 4-15](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/brush-pile-fire-runs-field-4-15/) - 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 put the fire out. The log pile was soaked with foam and a ring around
- [Oyster Dinner - March 15](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/oyster-dinner-march-15/) - The March Oyster Dinner was a great hit and social event. Starting at 4 pm and finished at 8 pm. Plenty of oysters - fried, raw, and oyster stew. Danny Huff ran the cooking of oysters in the EMS bay while Hope Huff orchestrated the vegetables and oyster stew. Chief Gary Jenkins conducted the 50/50
- [MOCK MVA DRILL AT HIGH SCHOOL](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/mock-mva-drill-at-high-school/) - Ashleigh Pullen a junior member of WVFR needed a project for her course at school. She worked with Rappahannock Sheriff's Office and Fire Department to do a mock drill - MVA caused by drunk teen into a family of three. The child was ejected and mother crawled out of the vehicle only to die of
- [Motorcycle Accident 4-12-2015](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/motorcycle-accident-4-12-2015/) - 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 he became air borne to the trauma center.
- [Green Road Structure Fire](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/green-road-structure-fire/) - 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 but was found outside safe. A high flow water Blitz fire was put in action
- [Public Service Brush Burning](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/public-service-brush-burning/)
- [Chimney Fire 1-2015](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/chimney-fire-1-2015/) - 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 the chimney from stove box and fire again not visible. Personnel on chimney chained and
- [Breakfast with Santa](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/breakfast-with-santa/) - Keith Ward let his beard grow and in early December whitened his hair and beard to look like an authentic Santa. He did more than 20 gigs in the neighborhood and at schools. Attached are Photo of our breakfast and community functions of Santa.

## Pages

- [Home](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/) - We are all volunteers ready to help our neighbors. We respond to 911 fire and medical emergencies, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Our Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company is active throughout the community in many obvious—and not so obvious—ways. WVFR is proud to respond to a wide
- [Calendar of Activities](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/calendar-of-activities/) - Calendar - Fund Raisers and Events Breakfast & Dinner proceeds help to fund our operations. Come for a good time and to support our all-volunteer effort. UPCOMING EVENTS Give Local Piedmont - May 13th Give Local Piedmont will be held May 13th this year and is a great fundraiser for our department. Please consider donating
- [Hall Rental](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/hall-rental/) - Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue has a very roomy hall that is open for public use at a very low cost. The hall is large enough to accommodate most events. We are open to private parties or organized dinners, we also welcome meetings or classes that wish to use our facility. To anyone wishing to
- [Links](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/related-links/) - Links to website relevant to Public Safety and Emergency Responses in Rappahannock County Virginia Department of Health The VDH emergency preparedness and response programs involve partners working together to plan for public health emergencies. VDH also licenses and offers technical assistance to fire departments, ambulances and paramedics to enable them to provide the emergency medical
- [About Us](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/about-us/) - A Brief History Washington Volunteer Fire & Rescue Inc. was be established in Rappahannock County in 1939 as “Company 1.” The company was initially housed on Main Street, across from the Courthouse and moved to the current location off Warren Avenue in the late 1970’s. The existing station was built by the then members to
- [Washington Auxiliary Thrift Shop](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/washington-auxiliary-thrift-shop/) - The Washington Ladies Auxiliary Thrift Shop operates from a new building located on the fire department property. The shop offers a wide selection of clothing, shoes, and household items at a bargain price. The ladies are constantly rotating their displays to stay with the current season so be sure to stop by often. All proceeds
- [Training](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/training-3/) - Our members participate in several in house trainings annually as well as county training. These training opportunities cover a wide variety of topics and help to ensure our members are ready to answer any call for service. Below you will find some pictures from previous training as well as the county training schedule.
- [Join Today](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/join-today/) - Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue is always happy to welcome new members willing to serve their community. WVFR runs off countless hours of work put in by an all volunteer staff. Washington runs the most calls in the county offering the best service it can on each and every one. The company is always in
- [Apparatus](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/apparatus/) - Ambulances Ambulance 1B Affectionately called "Big Red" by the membership 1B has been the workhorse of the department for many years but is approaching retirement. Ambulance 1 Our newest medic that features the latest in safety and patient care equipment Ambulance 1 was placed into service in 2021 and will serve the community for many
- [HIPPA](https://washingtonvolunteerfireandrescue.com/hippa/) - Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc HIPPA AND NOTICE OF PRIVACY POLICY Federal Tax ID: 54-1372411 Effective Date: September 1, 2016 THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW This Notice describes the privacy practices of the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc OUR OBLIGATIONS: We

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