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-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

National CPR and AED Week: Be a Lifesaver!

Every year, from June 1st to June 7th, we observe National CPR and AED Week. This vital initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 […]

-: May, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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. ...

-: May, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Shares Marine and RV Safety Tips

Marine/RV Detectors: What’s the Difference and Why are They Important? Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are crucial in any environment, but they are especially important in the marine and RV ...

-: May, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Promotes Motorcycle Safety

In the warm weather months, more motorcyclists are on the roads. All riders and their passengers should always ride with the proper gear. Proper gear not only enhances visibility, reducing […]

-: May, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Promotes Water Safety Month

As we welcome the arrival of warmer weather, it is crucial to emphasize water safety. The Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) is once again observing National Water ...

-: May, 2024 / 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 […]