OWL shares Safety Tips for Intersections
Sharing the Road with Fire & Rescue Vehicles What to do when an emergency vehicle in response mode approaches from behind at intersections Navigating through busy intersections is dangerous ...
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OWL Member Spotlight: Anthony Villanueva-Torres on Earning OMD Endorsement
Anthony Villanueva-Torres has earned an endorsement from the PWC Operational Medical Director. EMTs earn the endorsement by successfully completing a protocols class and an internship with one of ...
PWCFRS Urges Caution as 4th of July Fireworks-Related Injuries Rise
Fourth of July is one of America’s most celebrated festive holidays during the year evident by the sights and sounds of fireworks being discharged or used throughout the day. Rarely […]
Electrical Fires Cause Extensive Damage to Homes
The Prince William County Fire and Rescue System recently responded to two townhouse fires that, according to the Prince William County (PWC) Fire Marshal’s Office, were accidental ...
OWL Members Complete Boat Crew Class
OWL recently hosted a Boat Crew class. The two-day training started with a classroom lecture, then moved to Hampton’s Landing Marina in Woodbridge for hands-on learning with both Boat 502 ...
🔥 Heat Stroke – A Life-Threatening Illness 🔥
The hot months of summer are here. When temperatures soar, it’s crucial to take precautions and protect yourself from heat-related illnesses. It’s essential to be aware of the dangers ...
Combustible Materials Near a Burning Stovetop Causes House Fire
On the afternoon of June 7, 2024, Prince William County Fire and Rescue units were dispatched to the 12600 blk of Dulcinea Place in Lake Ridge for reports of a […]
June is National Fireworks Safety Month
The Fourth of July is one of America’s most cherished celebrations, bringing families and communities together with parades, cookouts, and, of course, fireworks. But while fireworks are fun and ...
OWL Participates in Vehicle Extrication Training
Check out these great photos from a recent vehicle extrication training with Tower 512 at Station 12. Extrication training improves situational awareness. Crews practice various scenarios they ...
OWL Announces EMS Lieutenant Promotion
OWL’s Operational Leadership has appointed Leo Greenwald as an EMS Lieutenant. Lt. Greenwald joined OWL as a Junior Member in June 2021. He earned his EMT certification as an Arlington […]