NFPA 1720 is the standard for the safe and effective operations of volunteer fire departments, but the details can be overwhelming and sometimes confusing. Committee Chair and Fire Chief Greg…
You’ve probably heard by now that the Foundation is rededicating the Memorial at Capitol Square this November 6th. We have 9 new LoDD certifications who will be added in…
The Virginia Fire Chiefs Association is pleased to announce registration is now open for the 2016 Virginia Fire Rescue Conference being held in Virginia Beach – February 24-28, 2016. This…
The Virginia State Fie Marshals Office recommends following the guidance of the US Fire Administration when buying, installing and maintaining smoke alarms. Click Here to visit the USFA Smoke Alarm Outreach…
Hear the Beep where You Sleep! Keep your family safe with a working smoke alarm in every bedroom. Did you know that roughly half of home fire deaths result from…
A 17-month fight over how two Isle of Wight County volunteer fire departments could use their buildings was put to bed Thursday night after the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously…
A new face will soon take the helm of the Charlottesville Fire Department when Andrew Baxter steps into the role of fire chief next month. Full Article: http://www.dailyprogress.com/news/local/charlottesville-fire-department-names-baxter-as-new-fire-chief/article_1c95726e-4b5e-11e5-a8d5-e3803dc2b7e3.html
Michael Logan , 47, son of VSFA President Larry Logan, passed away suddenly Saturday July 25, 2015. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Logan family at this most difficult…
A 16-year-old Marshall volunteer firefighter underwent seven hours of surgery and skin grafts Wednesday to treat burns suffered Sunday morning. Adam Glaze remains in the Washington MedStar Hospital Center,…
Gertrude was a member of, and held all offices in the Virginia State Firefighters Auxiliary, attending three meetings a year, and not missing a meeting in 60 years! In that…