Santa, Mrs. Claus and a number of Elf helpers visited several Springfield area neighborhoods on Santas new sleigh just before Christmas. … [Read more...]
GSVFD's new 2021 frontline engine is scheduled to arrive and go in service at Station 22 very soon. E422 is a Pierce 2021 Imple pumper sporting our new color scheme to match our new Medic and Ambulance delivered last year. … [Read more...]
GSVFD "Twins" were delivered to Station 22 on 12/5/2021 to service the Springfield Va and Fairfax County residents. Our twin EMS units, Medic 422 and Ambulance 422 are identically configured Freightliner units capable of offering both BLS and ALS services. … [Read more...]
Keep your Family & Friends Fire Safe this Winter. See some of the simple tips to help keep those you care about safe! Click the images below for printable safety tip sheets. For more Safety Tip Sheets, Click Here Be Safe when Heating Don't be a victim of the Silent … [Read more...]
Carbon Monoxide is a Silent Killer. Don't be a victim of this silent killer - be sure to have working CO Alarms in your home. Read our NFPA tip sheet to see what safety steps you can take. Get a Copy of it here.See Channel 9 Story here with interview of Fairfax County HAZMAT Unit … [Read more...]
Smoke Alarms Save LivesTIME TO CHECK THE BATTERY & TEST ALL YOUR SMOKE ALARMS !Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department and the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department is offering free smoke alarms to residents who are in need of this simple but effective life safety … [Read more...]
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The Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department has completed the construction of our GSVFD Garden as part of our 50th Anniversary Celebration (1966-2016). Our Brick Fundraiser is a way for you to become a part of our station and its history by showing your support for the … [Read more...]
There’s nothing like outdoor grilling on summer weekends. It’s one of the most popular ways to cook food. But, a grill placed too close to anything that can burn is a fire hazard. Grills can be very hot, causing burn injuries. Follow the simple tips listed on our Grilling Safety … [Read more...]
Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department has partnered with GreenDrop to open a NEW Charitable Donation Drop-Off location for Springfield !! The site will open on March 13 with a ribbon cutting. Donors dropping off accepted items will be entered into a raffle for free … [Read more...]
The Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department, Engine Co 422B was proud to accept a Unit Citation Valor Award from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. This citation was for actions at the Poag St Alexandria fire back in February 2020. E422B crew made the decision … [Read more...]
Operating portable generators safely go hand in hand with having adequate Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms in your home. CO is a silent killer and a working CO alarm my be your only alarm when deadly CO is present. Remember - NEVER NEVER operate a generator or any gas powered tool … [Read more...]
On February 8, 2020 a large fire broke out near Route 1 and South Kings Highway on Poag St. in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County. Many sources of information are available to describe events, units and the heroic actions of firefighters from multiple jurisdictions to contain … [Read more...]
The Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department rents out its meeting hall to individuals, local businesses, community groups and organizations. The Community Hall is available for rent on most Mondays, Wednesday and Saturdays and is an excellent venue for Wedding Receptions, … [Read more...]
