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-: Jun, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Beat the Heat: Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies This Summer

As summer temperatures climb, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses. Whether you’re working outdoors, enjoying a community event, or simply spending time in the sun, it’s important to ...

-: Jun, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating OWL VFD’s Robert Romo: High School Cadet Program Graduate and Newest Probationary Member

Congratulations to OWL Volunteer Fire Department member Robert Romo on completing the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System’s High School Fire Cadet Program. Robert, a graduating senior ...

-: Jun, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Steering Toward Success: EMT Steven Ostrosky Takes the Lead

We are pleased to highlight the impressive accomplishments of EMT Steven Ostrosky this past month. Steven has successfully fulfilled the requirements set forth by OWL to attain the prestigious ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Wheels & Waves: Josh Hill Expands His Role at OWL VFD

OWL VFD proudly celebrates Josh Hill for completing all requirements to become an Ambulance Driver! To achieve this milestone, members undergo Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating EMS Week: Honoring Our Lifesaving Volunteers

This EMS Week, OWL Volunteer Fire Department proudly joins the nation in celebrating the dedication, compassion, and lifesaving efforts of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals. From ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Red to Blue: Jeremy Jarvis Earns EMT Helmet

OWL Volunteer Fire Department is proud to celebrate one of our own—Jeremy Jarvis—who recently traded in his red helmet for a blue one! Jeremy has officially completed the training and […]

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

May is National Water Safety Month: Stay Safe Around Water This Season

As temperatures rise and families head to pools, lakes, and beaches, the OWL Volunteer Fire Department is joining the nationwide effort to promote National Water Safety Month this May. Drowning ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Four OWL Members Complete EMT Class and Take Next Step Toward Certification

Congratulations to Jocelyn Diaz, Jeremy Jarvis, Maria Perez Mejias, and Katelyn Stradling on reaching an exciting milestone in their certification journey! Earlier this month, these four ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Recognizes ALS Awareness Month: Chief Mike Clark’s Story

At OWL Volunteer Fire Department, we pride ourselves on service, strength, and standing by one another—especially in the toughest of times. This May, during ALS Awareness Month, we honor one […]

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

From Junior Member to Lifelong Commitment: Jared “Pebbles” Lawrence’s Story

Not everyone grows up dreaming of joining the fire service. For Jared “Pebbles” Lawrence, it wasn’t a lifelong calling—or even a childhood fascination beyond a few toy fire trucks and […]