Townhouse Fire for Wednesday Volunteers
Late Wednesday Night Engine 611 (LCFR), Truck 611 (SVFC), and Engine 618B (combined LCFR/SVFC) were alerted along with other units from Loudoun County Fire and Rescue and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department for a townhouse fire in Sterling. Engine and Truck 611 arrived first, finding smoke from the first floor and garage of a middle of the row townhouse. Crews made entry with E611 advancing to the fire to begin fire attack. T611 interior crew began a search to ensure all occupants were safely out, while the exterior crew deployed ladders, lighting, and secured utilities. E618B arrived and deployed a backup line to protect E611 if necessary. Additional arriving units established command, secured a water supply, searched adjacent homes, and secured additional utilities. The fire was quickly extinguished and the Fire Marshal's office began their investigation. Crews continued to remove smoke and ensured that the fire hadn't spread elsewhere. Canteen 611 responded and, even though the incident was relatively short, was able to assist crews stay hydrated as they worked.
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Probie no more
The SVFC Monday Volunteers are happy to announce the promotion of Recruit Firefighter Keiser to a fully release firefighter. Over the last 18 months she has met all of the Virginia and Loudoun requirements for Firefighter and EMT and, most importantly, she has earned the trust of her crew. She's turned in her red helmet for a yellow one, and can finally wear Congratulations, Firefighter/EMT Keiser!
If this seems like something you'd be interested in, or perhaps you'd prefer to support others on their journey, we have a place for you. Visit joinsterlingfire.org to fill out the form and one of our recruiters will reach out to you.
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Our Loudoun County Fire and Rescue career staff is hosting their annual Oldtimers Day on 11/18.
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The SVFC congratulates Technician Nachiappan and Firefighter Park on their graduation from the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association, Inc. Virginia Fire Officer Academy. Volunteers like them are the future of our company, and this experience will improve the service provided to the Sterling Community. Thank you both for your dedication!
If you want to work with dedicated people like this be sure to visit joinsterlingfire.org and fill out the form so one of our recruiters can contact you.
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