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-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

4 P.M. Statewide Burn Law Goes Into Effect

On Thursday, February 15th, the Commonwealth’s 4:00 p.m. burn law goes into effect. The law remains in effect until Tuesday, April 30th. Approved burning requires a permit, issued by the […]
-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Auxiliary Inducts 2024 Leadership

OWL’s Auxiliary Department recently held its annual elections. The 2024 Officers were inducted at OWL’s February Company Meeting. President: Kara Simmons Vice President: Rita Arrington Treasurer: ...
-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Receives Safety Glasses Donation

The Woodbridge Elks Lodge recently donated pairs of safety glasses to OWL VFD. This generous donation will help ensure that members will have the safety gear they need while serving […]
-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

National Burn Awareness Week

February 4th – 10th – Flammable Liquid Burns Each year, an estimated 400,000 people, in the U.S., sustain burn injuries requiring medical treatment. Today, due to significant research and ...
-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Inducts Leadership

OWL VFD’s long tradition of voting members into leadership roles continues. Elections were held during the January 2024 Company Meeting. The membership placed their votes in favor of fellow ...
-: Jan, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

American Heart Month: Heart Smart Basics from O.W.L.

February is not just about Valentine’s Day; it’s also Heart Health Month! O.W.L. understands the importance of maintaining a healthy heart, especially for those who dedicate their ...
-: Jan, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Responds to Auto Accidents

Here are some photos of Auto Accidents that OWL has responded to in January. A roll over auto accident occurred on Gordon Blvd. on January 27 at approximately 6:21 p.m. […]
-: Jan, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Protect Your Family & Home from Appliance Fires

Appliances help to simplify our lives, but they also pose a fire and injury risk if not properly maintained. In 2021, an estimated 24,200 residential building electrical fires were reported […]
-: Jan, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Responds to Structure Fire

Structure Fire – Potomac Branch Drive January 20, 2024 22:41 (10:41 p.m.) OWL units were dispatched to a Structure Fire in Woodbridge. Crews arrived on scene and made quick work […]
-: Jan, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Remembers Life Member John Neyhouse

Despite the risks, everyday Firefighters answer the community’s call for help. In recognition of January being Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, the OWL VFD honors the memory of Life Member ...