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Rescue Work Includes Educating Others

As we’ve mentioned before, one of the most important duties our volunteers have is educating our community about safety and what everyone can do to prevent and help in emergency situations. While responding to calls is our greatest priority, education comes in just behind it. As volunteers, these are a few of our best tips […]
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  • On March 29, 2019
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Educating PWC: Carbon Monoxide Safety

In our last blog, we talked about how our fire and rescue volunteers save lives through safety education, as well as through our rescue efforts. As a volunteer, you take part in a variety of safety education programs including health fairs, community days, school visits and more. One important topic we educate the public on […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On March 13, 2019
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Educating PWC: Smoke Alarms 101

Our volunteer fire and rescue departments do more than just rescue missions. One of our biggest areas of focus is on the importance of having working smoke alarms in homes. Take our quiz to see if you can check off each box!
  • Posted by ATW
  • On February 8, 2019
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PWCFRS Holiday Service Projects: Raising Funds and Spreading Joy

Here at Prince William Fire and Rescue System, volunteerism and creating a strong community are two of our greatest collective values. We serve our communities daily in fire and rescue roles, but we don’t stop there. Throughout the year, and especially at the holidays, our members seek out additional ways to give back to the […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On January 8, 2019
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5 Holiday Fire Safety Tips to Protect Your Home and Your Loved Ones This Season

There’s nothing like the merriment of a warm, family-filled holiday at home. And while you enjoy your time with family, food, festivities and fun, remember these safety tips to protect those you love.
  • Posted by ATW
  • On December 7, 2018
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11 Fire Safety Tips for All Ages

What is one fire safety tip that sticks out in your mind from your youth? We would bet it’s either “Stop, drop and roll,” or “Get low and go!” Important lessons like these are essential for children to learn from a young age, and imperative for adults to remember, too. We’ve got 11 more tips […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On September 28, 2018
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Rewards and Opportunities Abound: An Interview with Julia Jordano Part 2

Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano embodies true commitment when it comes to serving within PWCFRS. Her passion and excitement are easy to see when simply asking her to recount some of her favorite memories.
  • Posted by ATW
  • On June 29, 2018
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From Volunteer to a Full Career: An Interview With Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano Part 1

Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano knows a thing or two about firefighting. Not only does she volunteer with Prince William County Fire and Rescue System, but she’s also a lieutenant with the Alexandria Fire Department.
  • Posted by ATW
  • On June 18, 2018
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Finding Your Place As a Volunteer: An Interview With Lieutenant Ben Cochran Part 2

For Lieutenant Ben Cochran, fire and rescue work was a natural fit. He notes just how easily he settled into his roles right from the start. “My first impression when I first joined Stonewall was how the members treated me. I was the ‘new guy’ but that didn’t matter,” said Cochran. “I already had some […]
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  • On May 30, 2018
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A Life of Service: An Interview With Lieutenant Ben Cochran Part 1

Lieutenant Ben Cochran has lived in Prince William County for most of his life. He is a graduate of Osbourn Park High School and an attendee of Northern Virginia Community College in Woodbridge. While in college, he became a volunteer with Prince William County Fire and Rescue System and completed EMT school. His volunteer experiences […]
  • Posted by ATW
  • On May 15, 2018
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