Safety Tips

-: 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 ...
-: Jun, 2024 / Melissa Payne

June is National Fireworks Safety Month

One of America’s most celebrated festive holidays is the 4th of July, Fireworks are fun and exciting, yet, one of the biggest fire hazards to life and property. Each year, […]
-: 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 […]
Playground
-: Apr, 2024 / Melissa Payne

National Playground Safety Week is April 22 – 26, 2024

The 2024 National Playground Safety Week is April 22nd – April 26th! Sponsored by the National Program for Playground Safety (NPPS), this annual event reminds parents, grandparents, caregivers, ...
-: Jan, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Responds to Auto Accidents

Here are some photos of Auto Accidents that OWL has responded to in January. A roll over auto accident occurred on Gordon Blvd. on January 27 at approximately 6:21 p.m. […]
-: Jun, 2023 / Rebecca Barnes

Emergency Preparedness at Work: Ensuring Safety and Security

As part of our commitment to the safety and well-being of our community, the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) emphasizes the importance of emergency preparedness, ...