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-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 ...

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 ...

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

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 […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Shares Safety Tips for Sharing the Road with Fire & Rescue Vehicles

What to Do When an Emergency Vehicle Approaches A great rule of thumb is to always be cautious when driving near emergency vehicles, even if they are not in response […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

National CPR and AED Week: Be a Lifesaver!

Every year, from June 1st to June 7th, we observe National CPR and AED Week. This vital initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Supports Town of Occoquan’s RiverFest & Craft Show Event

Every year, the Town of Occoquan and the Occoquan Police Department call on OWL to help coordinate their bi-annual Craft Show event. A few years ago, RiverFest was added to […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Smoke Detectors Alerted Residents in Woodbridge Townhouse Fire to Evacuate

Smoke detectors save lives. Smoke detectors save lives. We say this often in the fire and rescue service because we witness it. On the evening of May 28, 2024, Prince […]

-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Promotes Move Over Awareness Month

In Virginia, June is Move Over Awareness Month To ensure the safety of first responders and motorists on highways, Code of Virginia, Section 46.2–861.1 indicates that drivers are required to […]

-: May, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Shares Electrical Safety Tips

To help avoid electrical accidents, take a few moments to look around your home for hazards and correct them. Practicing electrical safety is a straightforward way to prevent electrical fires. ...

-: May, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Shares Marine and RV Safety Tips

Marine/RV Detectors: What’s the Difference and Why are They Important? Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are crucial in any environment, but they are especially important in the marine and RV ...