Melaina Lewis, Author at O.W.L. Volunteer Fire Department

-: May, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Member Austin Williams Earns BLS-Endorsed Provider Status

OWL VFD is proud to recognize EMT Austin Williams for successfully completing the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System Operational Medical Director’s (OMD) requirements, officially ...

-: May, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Members Complete EMT-Basic Class

OWL VFD is proud to celebrate a major milestone for several of our dedicated members. Congratulations to Nick Fain, Colby Follensbee, and Madalyn Waltsak on successfully completing the EMT-Basic ...

-: May, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Appoints Peter Langone to Fire Captain

OWL Department Chief Wayne Haight proudly appointed Peter Langone to the rank of Fire Captain. This well-earned promotion recognizes Captain Langone’s leadership, dedication, and continued ...

-: Apr, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating a Milestone: Riley Gardner Graduates from Arlington County Fire Department

OWL VFD is proud to recognize Firefighter/EMT Riley Gardner on a major accomplishment—his graduation from the Arlington County Fire Department. This achievement marks an exciting new chapter in ...

-: Apr, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Service That Stands Out: Honoring OWL’s Finest

Each year, OWL VFD proudly recognizes members whose commitment, leadership, and service go above and beyond. The 2025 award recipients represent the very best of OWL—individuals who not only ...

-: Mar, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

A Journey of Service: Assistant Chief Kurt Bolland Earns OWL Life Member Status

For Assistant Chief Kurt Bolland, the path to the fire and rescue service began long before he ever donned a uniform. As a child, visits with his aunt and uncle […]

-: Mar, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Reminder: Daylight Saving Time Begins, Change Your Smoke Alarm Battery

Daylight Savings is a great reminder to review your home’s fire safety measures. As you adjust your schedule, please consider these extra tips to ensure your smoke alarms and fire […]

-: Jan, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Certified & Ready: EMT Jaden Nguyen

Please join us in congratulating OWL Member Jaden Nguyen on earning both his Virginia State EMT-Basic and National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) certifications! EMT Nguyen joined OWL in March 2025 ...

-: Jan, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

From Certified to Active: EMT Sheyla Inofuente Joins the Ranks

EMT Inofuente joined the OWL VFD already holding both Virginia State EMT-Basic and National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) certifications. Driven by a strong passion for emergency healthcare, she chose ...

-: Jan, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Snow Storm Safety: How to Stay Safe Before, During & After Winter Weather

Winter weather can be beautiful — but snowstorms also bring hazards like slick roads, power outages, and cold-weather emergencies. OWL VFD encourages all residents to take a few key steps […]