Prevent Drownings: Practice Water Safety
It’s the first holiday weekend of the summer. If you’re heading to waterparks, pools, spas, or recreational areas that may be in or near water, remember to take the necessary […]
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For Everyone’s Safety – Move Over for Emergency Vehicles
In Virginia, June is Move Over Awareness Month. The Prince William County Fire & Rescue System (PWC FRS) would like to remind residents to adhere to Virginia’s Move Over Law […]
“Wear It!” National Safe Boating Week May 21– 27, 2022
As the weather becomes warmer, individuals are planning their summer outdoor activities; for some that includes recreational boating. In the U.S., over 100 million Americans participate in some ...
Women Build the Foundation for OWL VFD’s Emergency Medical Services
Women Build the Foundation for OWL VFD’s Emergency Medical Services In the early 1970s, Cardiac Techs were assigned to stations in Prince William County, but during daytime hours, they needed ...
OWL VFD adds Autism Awareness Kits to each of the department’s apparatus
OWL VFD adds Autism Awareness Kits to each of the department’s apparatus The Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) has become the first fire department that also provides ...
“EMS: Rising to the Challenge” EMS Week 2022 May 15th – 21st
National Emergency Medical Services Week (EMS Week), May 15th – 21st; is celebrating its 47th year. EMS Week, presented by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) in conjunction with ...
Annual Blessing of the Fleet on the Occoquan River
On May 21, 2022, Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department will assist with the Annual Blessing of the Fleet on the Occoquan River. The Occoquan River Maritime Association (ORMA) is ...
OWL VFD Firefighter Chris Weber receives the 2021 Fire Chief’s Award
How far would you go to volunteer for a community you love? It’s one thing to donate money or occasionally visit to help out, but it’s another to get on […]
E502B – Hazard Call on Old Bridge Road
Hazard Saturday, May 7, 2022 6:56 AM This morning at 6:56 a.m. Engine 502B was dispatched to a Hazard call at the intersection of Old Bridge Road and Elysian Drive. […]
Early Morning Auto Accident on I-95 South
Auto Accident Saturday, May 7, 2022 1:23 AM Early this morning at 1:23 a.m. units were dispatched to an auto accident on Interstate 95 south near the 160 mile marker. […]