NewsNewshttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2012-04-20T03:33:31ZSquarespaceSpecial New Volunteer Information Sessionhttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2012/4/19/special-new-volunteer-information-session.htmlmvelotta2012-04-20T02:04:00Z2012-04-20T02:04:00ZWould you like to be trained to assist in an emergency, or use your time more productively to make a difference in your community?  Would you like to belong to group of enthusiastic people committed and willing to take on the challenge of saving a life?  Please join us for a special new volunteer information session at the Arcola Fire Station banquet hall. 

The below sessions are 7pm to 9pm:

May 24
June 21
July 26
August 23
September 20
October 25
November 15

RSVP to membership@arcolavfd.org or call 703-348-4317, option 1.  Take the opportunity to pursue the best job in the world and become a volunteer Firefighter or EMT today!

]]>CPR and First Aid Training for the Communityhttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2012/2/10/cpr-and-first-aid-training-for-the-community.htmlAdmin2012-02-11T03:34:32Z2012-02-11T03:34:32ZThe Arcola Volunteer First Department has announced the spring schedule for CPR/AED/choking and First Aid training for the public.  Class sizes are limited; first come, first serve.

http://www.arcolavfd.org/cpr-and-first-aid-classes/

]]>Save a Life - Volunteers Needed!http://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2012/1/9/save-a-life-volunteers-needed.htmlmvelotta2012-01-09T22:39:36Z2012-01-09T22:39:36ZAs a component of the Loudoun County Fire and Rescue System, our mission is to provide primary protection, suppression and emergency medical services.  We have volunteer positions available in fire and rescue operations, administrative support, public service, education and training - no experience needed!

For more information, please email membership@arcolavfd.org or call 703-348-4317 and press option 1, one of our volunteer recruiting specialists will contact you within 48 hours.

]]>Thank You from the Arcola Volunteer Fire Department!http://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/12/13/thank-you-from-the-arcola-volunteer-fire-department.htmlmvelotta2011-12-13T15:15:41Z2011-12-13T15:15:41ZMany thanks to our community for your generous support this year on the Santa Breakfast and Santa Parades.

   

We collected over 400 toys and 2100 pounds of food for the Loudoun County Community Holiday Coalition.  Each year nearly 1,000 volunteers and donors come together to "Brighten up the Holidays" for low-income Loudoun County residents.  These programs are supported by the community -- churches, schools, businesses, clubs and civic organizations, youth groups and concerned individuals. They make it possible to bring the "magic" of the holiday season to so many in our community.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family!

]]>Groundbreaking on Brambleton Public Safety Centerhttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/9/29/groundbreaking-on-brambleton-public-safety-center.htmlmvelotta2011-09-29T20:30:00Z2011-09-29T20:30:00Z

On Thursday, September 29, 2011, members of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Arcola Volunteer Fire Department, and the Loudoun County Fire-Rescue system came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new state-of-the-art facility: the Brambleton Public Safety Center. The center will be the future home of Fire and Rescue Station #9 and the Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management’s Fire Marshal’s Office.

The Public Safety Center site is located at 23675 Belmont Ridge Road on approximately five acres of land proffered from The Brambleton Group.  The planned facility will house an engine company, advanced-life support ambulance and other essential emergency response units. In addition to emergency response apparatus, all services performed by the Loudoun County Fire Marshal’s Office will be provided from this facility.

The staffing for Station 9 will consist of both career and volunteer members of the Loudoun County Fire-Rescue system. Career staff will provide emergency services from 6:00 a..m to 6:00 p.m, while the volunteer membership from the Arcola Volunteer Fire Department will be responsible for staffing from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

]]>Station Hall Rentals Availablehttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/8/16/station-hall-rentals-available.htmlmvelotta2011-08-16T14:33:00Z2011-08-16T14:33:00ZFor information and availability on renting the Arcola fire station banquet hall, please call 703-348-4317 and press option 4.  The hall can accommodate up to 200 guests and is available daily until 10pm.

]]>Child Car Seat Installationhttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/7/8/child-car-seat-installation.htmlmvelotta2011-07-08T16:06:47Z2011-07-08T16:06:47ZAs of June 1, 2011, the Loudoun County Office of Public Education is available to perform child car seat installations and inspections.  For more information and scheduling an installation, please contact the the Public Education Manager, Joy Dotson, at 703-771-5551 or email Joy.Dotson@loudoun.gov.

]]>Loudoun County Burn BAN now in effect (May 1, 2011)http://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/5/2/loudoun-county-burn-ban-now-in-effect-may-1-2011.htmlAdmin2011-05-03T00:58:39Z2011-05-03T00:58:39ZFor questions regarding the Loudoun County Burn Ban please see the following document from loudoun.gov (Open Burning Regulations)

Starting May 1, 2011 There is a complete Burn Ban during the summer season. If you have questions please contact the Loudoun County Communications center at 703-777-0637. More information is available at the above link and on the www.loudoun.gov website.

]]>Structure Fire in South Ridinghttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2011/1/31/structure-fire-in-south-riding.htmlAdmin2011-02-01T00:35:08Z2011-02-01T00:35:08ZAt 12:56pm units from Stations 19 and 9 were dispatched for a chimney fire on Nations street in South Riding. A local member of Company 9 who lives near the address then advised that it was multiple structures involved and a second alarm assignment was issued.

Upon arrival the first units on scence made sure all residents were evacuated and safe. An Interior attack was initiated to comabt the fire until concerns of the brick facade possibly collapsing forced an evacuation of the interior units. At that time units continued to combat the fires in the 2 single family homes. All units were clear of the scene by 5pm. There were no injuries reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

 

 

 

 

Units on Scene included: E619,E609,TL619,A619,BC603,SO600,E415,E607,TL302,EMS601,OP600,BC601,SO402,T607,E438,E436,T438
M6091,RC603,U607,E623,AU623,BC403,SU609,Q618,E421,AB623,C609,C600, and the Fire Marshall's office.

 

]]>As the weather gets colder, remember chimney safetyhttp://www.arcolavfd.org/news/2010/11/3/as-the-weather-gets-colder-remember-chimney-safety.htmlAdmin2010-11-03T14:04:09Z2010-11-03T14:04:09ZThis time of year is when everyone starts feeling the cold. Many of the homes in our area have fireplaces and wood stoves. While they can be a great source of home heating they can also be a danger if not properly inspected and maintained.

We ask that all homeowners take the time to perform basic stove and chimney maintenance and as needed to have their stove or chimney inspected. Resources like the Chimney Safety Institute of America has helpful guidelines, information, and resources for homeowners.

Remember many chimney fires actually start in the attic where they are not seen or heard until they are well developed. You also need to be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning that can occur from stoves and chimneys in need of maintenance or that have become blocked due to outside animals and debris.

Stay safe and warm this winter season.

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