OWL Members Complete Boat Crew Class
OWL recently hosted a Boat Crew class. The two-day training started with a classroom lecture, then moved to Hampton’s Landing Marina in Woodbridge for hands-on learning with both Boat 502 ...
Melissa Payne
🔥 Heat Stroke – A Life-Threatening Illness 🔥
The hot months of summer are here. When temperatures soar, it’s crucial to take precautions and protect yourself from heat-related illnesses. It’s essential to be aware of the dangers ...
Combustible Materials Near a Burning Stovetop Causes House Fire
On the afternoon of June 7, 2024, Prince William County Fire and Rescue units were dispatched to the 12600 blk of Dulcinea Place in Lake Ridge for reports of a […]
June is National Fireworks Safety Month
The Fourth of July is one of America’s most cherished celebrations, bringing families and communities together with parades, cookouts, and, of course, fireworks. But while fireworks are fun and ...
OWL Participates in Vehicle Extrication Training
Check out these great photos from a recent vehicle extrication training with Tower 512 at Station 12. Extrication training improves situational awareness. Crews practice various scenarios they ...
OWL Announces EMS Lieutenant Promotion
OWL’s Operational Leadership has appointed Leo Greenwald as an EMS Lieutenant. Lt. Greenwald joined OWL as a Junior Member in June 2021. He earned his EMT certification as an Arlington […]
OWL Shares Safety Tips for Sharing the Road with Fire & Rescue Vehicles
What to Do When an Emergency Vehicle Approaches A great rule of thumb is to always be cautious when driving near emergency vehicles, even if they are not in response […]
OWL Supports Town of Occoquan’s RiverFest & Craft Show Event
Every year, the Town of Occoquan and the Occoquan Police Department call on OWL to help coordinate their bi-annual Craft Show event. A few years ago, RiverFest was added to […]
Smoke Detectors Alerted Residents in Woodbridge Townhouse Fire to Evacuate
Smoke detectors save lives. Smoke detectors save lives. We say this often in the fire and rescue service because we witness it. On the evening of May 28, 2024, Prince […]
OWL Promotes Move Over Awareness Month
In Virginia, June is Move Over Awareness Month To ensure the safety of first responders and motorists on highways, Code of Virginia, Section 46.2–861.1 indicates that drivers are required to […]