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-: Mar, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Celebrates Women’s History Month, Meet Sabrina Ricks

Sabrina B. Ricks: EMT, Ambulance Driver, and Administrative Officer – Learning to love others through volunteer service Every volunteer has a reason for answering the call to serve their ...

-: Mar, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Daylight Saving Time Begins Change Your Clock, Change Your Smoke Alarm Battery

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10th. As you turn your clocks forward, the Prince William County Fire and Rescue System would like to remind residents to change the battery […]

-: Mar, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Responds to a Car Fire

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 15:36 (3:36 p.m.). Engines 502 and 514 were dispatched to a car fire on Hunterbrook Drive in Lake Ridge. Crews quickly extinguish the fire. […]

-: Mar, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Celebrates Women’s History Month, Meet Tammy Hill

Tammy Hill: EMT Lead, Driver, and Life Member – A Journey of Service and Mentorship Tammy Hill’s journey with the OWL Volunteer Fire Department began in January 1996, a decision […]

-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Supports Local Events

OWL was excited to provide support at a few events in our area. On February 10th, a few of our members picked up an extra shift to help staff the […]

-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Clothes Dryer Safety Tips

Clothes dryer safety is crucial to prevent accidents. Clean the lint filter after each load, ensure proper venting, and do not overload the dryer. Regularly inspect and clean the vent duct […]

-: Feb, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Fire Safety for People with Disabilities

There’s no place like home. It is a place to relax, share laughs with family, and enjoy home cooked meals. But did you know that most fire deaths occur in […]

-: 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 […]