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-: Mar, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Recognizes National Poison Prevention Week: March 16 – 22

This National Poison Prevention Week, led by the American Association of Poison Control Centers, (March 16-22, 2025), we want to highlight the importance of poison safety and share valuable tips ...

-: Feb, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Supports Prince William Rowing Club’s Erg Sprint Competition

A few of our members helped staff the First Aid Station at the Prince William Rowing Club’s Erg Sprint competition. The annual event provides an opportunity for PWC High School […]

-: Feb, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating 20 Years of Service with OWL VFD: Mark Bauer

Some journeys begin with dramatic backdrops—stormy skies, flashing lights, and a sense of destiny. But for OWL Life Member Mark Bauer, it all started under the bright sun at an […]

-: Jan, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Fire Safety Myths Debunked: Common Misconceptions and the Truth About Fire Safety

Fire safety is an essential topic that affects everyone, whether at home, work, or school. However, myths and misconceptions about fire safety can lead to dangerous decisions during emergencies. ...

-: Jan, 2025 / Melissa Payne

Be Prepared for Winter Weather

Winter is here, and with it comes the unpredictable nature of wintry precipitation, snowfall, and icy roads. If you don’t have to go out, stay home, but if you do, […]

-: Dec, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Celebrates Breakfast with Santa

Members and their families also enjoyed participating in some holiday crafts, and each child received a gift. This annual event is graciously coordinated and hosted by the OWL Auxiliary.

-: Nov, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

Tips to Prevent Outside Fires

As the fall season sets in, the combination of dry mulch, fluctuating temperatures, and windy conditions increases the risk of outdoor fires. Mulch fires, in particular, pose a significant threat ...

-: Sep, 2024 / Rebecca Barnes

OWL VFD Introduces a Free Library in Honor of Chief Michael Clark

This week, the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) proudly introduces its newest community feature: a Little Free Library dedicated to Assistant Chief Michael Clark. ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Supports PWCFRS Pop-Up Event

On Saturday, August 24, OWL visited Rockledge Elementary School to support Prince William County Fire & Rescue System’s (PWCFRS) Pop-Up Event to educate the community on important fire ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Supports Community Outreach at Veterans Memorial Park

By actively participating in and organizing community events and educational programs, OWL volunteers not only raise awareness about fire safety and prevention but also foster a sense of ...