OWL Shares Electrical Safety Tips
To help avoid electrical accidents, take a few moments to look around your home for hazards and correct them. Practicing electrical safety is a straightforward way to prevent electrical fires. ...
Melissa Payne
OWL’s EMS History
Women Build the Foundation for OWL VFD’s Emergency Medical Services As we celebrate EMS Week, it’s fitting that we share our own history. It was women who played a big […]
OWL Recognizes National Safe Boating Week
OWL’s Marine Rescue Division was created to assist boaters and water enthusiasts on the Occoquan River, Belmont Bay, Occoquan Bay, and Potomac River. Our crews are all too familiar with […]
OWL Promotes Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month As we talk about the health and wellness of our community, it is crucial to recognize the significant impact that experiences and responsibilities have […]
Stroke Smart Virginia: Spot a Stroke, Stop a Stroke, Save a Life.
In 2021, the Virginia Stroke Systems Task Force (VSSTF) adopted Stroke Smart Virginia as a statewide initiative to aimed at reducing pre-hospital delays associated with stroke by educating the ...
Portable Grill Safety Tips
Outdoor grilling is one of the most popular ways to cook food, especially in the warm spring and summer months. Don’t ruin the fun or the food by placing a […]
Arbor Day – Tips for Managing Trees Around Your Home
While Arbor Day celebrates the importance of trees and encourages planting and caring for them, it’s also essential to keep your home clear of trees to mitigate fire risks and […]
National Playground Safety Week is April 22 – 26, 2024
The 2024 National Playground Safety Week is April 22nd – April 26th! Sponsored by the National Program for Playground Safety (NPPS), this annual event reminds parents, grandparents, caregivers, ...
OWL Membership is a Family Affair for the Williams family
It’s not uncommon for generations of families to serve alongside each other in the fire and rescue service. Over Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton (OWL) Volunteer Fire Department’s long history, ...
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Spotlight: Betty Limerick
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW) is April 14, 2024 through April 20, 2024! Dispatchers play a vital role in emergency services. At OWL, when we think of dispatchers, we think ...