Forcible entry is a critical skill in the fire service — gaining access quickly and safely can make all the difference for the citizens we serve. Our members were able to share techniques, tools, and real-world experience to help build a strong foundation for these future firefighters.

At Stafford Volunteer Fire Department, we are Dedicated 2 Excellence — in training, mentorship, and service to ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Whether you’re spending the night with your sweetheart or binge-watching your favorite show solo, we hope your day is full of love (and zero emergencies).

Pro tip: Candles + unattended rooms = not romantic. 😉

Keep it safe, Stafford — we’d rather see you out celebrating than on a call! 🚒... (Full Story & Photos)

Each strap is more than just gear—it’s a reflection of the firefighter who wears it. From station pride to honoring military service, these personalized designs tell a story and showcase the character, commitment, and background of our members.

Quality, durability, and attention to detail matter in the fire service, and Ladder Company Leathers absolutely delivered. We’re proud to put these into ... (Full Story & Photos)

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The Stafford Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank our members who stepped up to staff Engine 1502 for a full 21-hour shift. Your dedication and willingness to serve does not go unnoticed.

During this time, we also completed critical training:
• Probationary Firefighters conducted hands-on training in SCBA maintenance
• Driver/Pump Operators trained on appliances and adaptors, sharpening ... (Full Story & Photos)

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The Stafford Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank our members who stepped up to staff Engine 1502 for a full 21-hour shift yesterday. Your dedication and willingness to serve does not go unnoticed.

During this time, we also completed critical training:
• Probationary Firefighters conducted hands-on training in SCBA maintenance
• Driver/Pump Operators trained on appliances and adaptors, ... (Full Story & Photos)

What started as snow quickly transitioned to sleet and freezing rain, creating a solid sheet of ice across our community. With temperatures staying below freezing through this week and into next, that ice isn’t going anywhere—it continues to harden, refreeze, and remain extremely slick.

Last night, our volunteers responded to assist citizens who found themselves in a dangerous situation. While in ... (Full Story & Photos)

Service. Pride. 🚒

Today, our volunteers stepped up to supplement our career staff and keep a suppression piece in service and available for our community. This evening, our normal Thursday night crew came in and staffed Engine 1502, working alongside the career-staffed Truck 1502.

Cold weather didn’t stop us from taking pride in our apparatus—ending the night by washing off the road salt and brine ... (Full Story & Photos)

Over the course of four days, our members collectively contributed 386 hours of service, staffing our ambulance, brush truck, and utility truck to ensure our community had emergency response coverage when conditions were at their worst.

From long shifts to difficult road conditions, our volunteers answered the call without hesitation—putting service above comfort and community above self.

To every ... (Full Story & Photos)

Our fire trucks and ambulances continue to respond, often in tough road and weather conditions.

Certain stations, including ours, are equipped with Brush Trucks designed to access off-road and difficult locations when standard vehicles can’t.

These units aren’t just for brush fires. Our Brush Trucks are also used for:
🌲 Downed trees
⚡ Trees on power lines
💧 Providing water and support to other ... (Full Story & Photos)

During snowstorms, road conditions can slow response times for fire trucks and ambulances—but our volunteers are ready. Some fire stations in the county, including Stafford Volunteer Fire Department, have plow attachments on select apparatus to support emergency operations.

🚨 These units are NOT just out plowing roads.
They respond directly with fire and EMS apparatus, clearing access as needed ... (Full Story & Photos)

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As winter weather rolls in, we’re asking our community to help keep fire hydrants clear and accessible. If there’s a hydrant near your home or business, please take a few minutes to shovel at least 3 feet in all directions around it.

Those extra minutes it takes to dig out a buried hydrant are precious minutes during a fire. A clear hydrant allows our crews to quickly connect and get water flowing ... (Full Story & Photos)

They delivered snacks and thoughtful appreciation gifts and took time to tour the station and learn more about what we do in service to our community.

We are incredibly grateful for their support and the time they spent recognizing our volunteers. This is a great organization right here in Stafford, and we encourage everyone to look into the amazing work they do!

Thank you for standing with your ... (Full Story & Photos)

These hands-on drills ensure our members stay sharp, safe, and ready to serve when our community needs us most.

Great night with a great crew who continue to put in the work and hold themselves to the highest standards.

Dedicated 2 Excellence!! 💪🔥... (Full Story & Photos)

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The Stafford Volunteer Fire Department would like to congratulate Raye Eaby-Miller on successfully passing her NREMT Basic exam! This is a major milestone and a testament to her hard work, determination, and commitment to excellence.

Raye has consistently demonstrated Dedication 2 Excellence throughout every course, certification, and challenge required to reach this achievement. Her perseverance ... (Full Story & Photos)

New Purpose. Same Community. 🚒❤️

This New Year, make a resolution that gives back—to yourself and to the community you call home.
Joining the Stafford Volunteer Fire Department isn’t just about responding to emergencies—it’s about gaining new skills, building lifelong friendships, and making a real difference when it matters most.

Whether you want to serve on the front lines, support behind the ... (Full Story & Photos)