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Mar 10, 2010
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Our Mission
The all-hazards mission of the department is the safeguarding of life and property of the citizens and visitors of Stafford County through proactive application of community risk reduction services, responsive fire, rescue and emergency medical services, and the operational support of the fire and rescue system and emergency preparedness plans of the county, the Commonwealth of Virginia and those of the United States of America. - J. Robert Brown, Chief
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Tornado Preparedness
MARCH 08
- The Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department joins the Virginia Department of Emergency Management in reminding the community that tornado season is upon us in Virginia, and the time to get informed/educated and prepared is now, BEFORE severe weather arrives.
Start your preparedness initiative by assembling a basic Tornado Safety Kit containing:
First aid kit and essential medications
Battery-powered ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Spring Fire Season - 4 P.M. Burn Law
FEBRUARY 17
- While hard to envision, with the current snow-covered landscape in Stafford and throughout the state, the Commonwealth's 4 p.m. Burning Law went into effect Feb. 15 - the start of spring fire season in Virginia.
This law prohibits burning before 4 p.m. each day (Feb. 15 - April 30) if the fire is in, or within 300 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable materials.
A ... (Full Story & Photos)
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LIFE SAVING TIPS WHEN USING ALTERNATE POWER & HEATING DEVICES
FEBRUARY 06
- The Stafford County Fire and Rescue Departments urgently reminds the community that improper use of space heaters, generators and other non-traditional heating devices is hazardous, and may prove deadly.
Throughout the current winter storm, Stafford County alone has seen residential power outages ranging from several hundred to thousands at any given time. While utility crews are working around ... (Full Story)
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Winter Storm Safety - At Home and on the Road
DECEMBER 19
- Of the many hazards associated with winter storms, the loss of electricity poses not only inconvenience, but potential fire and life safety concerns.
The community is reminded of the following important information to help ensure the safety of all household members during a power outage.
• Keep the home closed up to retain heat as long as possible.
• Contact the utility company as soon as ... (Full Story & Photos)
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From Grade School to Grad School - Fire Safety 101
AUGUST 12
- The Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department would like to remind the community of the importance of fire safety with summer coming to an end and school and college commencing.
For students young and old from pre-school to college grad students, as well as for their parents and guardians, the transition from summer to "back-to-school" can be exciting, challenging and at times overwhelming. The ... (Full Story & Photos)
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