Stay Off the Ice – Area Waters Unsafe
Our area rarely produces ice of the quality and thickness necessary for safe outdoor recreation; therefore, recreation on local ice is riskier than in northern climates. Ice formed during a […]
Melissa Payne
Be Prepared for Winter Weather
Winter is here, and with it comes the unpredictable nature of wintry precipitation, snowfall, and icy roads. If you don’t have to go out, stay home, but if you do, […]
OWL Boat Crew Provides Support for Island Concert
On the evening of July 27, OWL members staffed Boat 502 for the Annual Rock Island Party. This unique event is a concert, but attendees enjoy the show from their […]
Biking on the Road: Safety Tips and Legal Guidelines
When you’re biking on the road, did you know that you’re considered a motorist? This means you must follow the same rules of the road as other motorists. Here are […]
OWL Shares UV Safety Tips
Whether you are outdoors for fun or work, staying protected from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays is always important. UV light is an invisible radiation produced by the sun, tanning […]
OWL Life Member Volunteers at Wolf Trap
OWL’s certified and experienced members often find unique opportunities to use their skills. Life Member Jeff Scheulen’s volunteer service at Wolf Trap National Park for the ...
OWL shares Safety Tips for Intersections
Sharing the Road with Fire & Rescue Vehicles What to do when an emergency vehicle in response mode approaches from behind at intersections Navigating through busy intersections is dangerous ...
OWL Member Spotlight: Anthony Villanueva-Torres on Earning OMD Endorsement
Anthony Villanueva-Torres has earned an endorsement from the PWC Operational Medical Director. EMTs earn the endorsement by successfully completing a protocols class and an internship with one of ...
PWCFRS Urges Caution as 4th of July Fireworks-Related Injuries Rise
Fourth of July is one of America’s most celebrated festive holidays during the year evident by the sights and sounds of fireworks being discharged or used throughout the day. Rarely […]
Electrical Fires Cause Extensive Damage to Homes
The Prince William County Fire and Rescue System recently responded to two townhouse fires that, according to the Prince William County (PWC) Fire Marshal’s Office, were accidental ...