John Francis Xavier Ryan January 31, 1952 – June 27, 2017 John Francis Xavier Ryan, 65, died on June 27, 2017.  John was the loving husband of Karen Marie Ryan; cherished brother of Mary Ann Ryan Egan (Pete) and Thomas W. Ryan (Constance L.); beloved uncle of Jennifer … [Read more...]

The arrangements for the funeral of John F.X. Ryan, life member and former president of the Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department and former Volunteer Fire Commissioner are as follows: Visitation: Thursday, July 6 from 6-9 pm at Demaine Funeral Home, 5308 … [Read more...]

It is with great sadness that we report that John Francis Xavier Ryan, Life Member and former President of the Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department, passed away today at 3:55 pm at the Greenspring Villages. His wife, Karen and dear friend, Gerry Strider were by his side. … [Read more...]

GSVFD has launched a new fundraising effort and link to better reach out to the community and businesses interested in helping to support us. Being a Volunteer based station, we rely on your support to keep the station running and serving the Springfield and Fairfax County … [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...]

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 … [Read more...]

Thursday, September 8, 2016  Today we were Blessed and Honored to receive this wreath from the Children of St. Bernadette's Catholic School of Springfield.    Words do little to express our gratitude and we are humbled.     Thank you so very much from all of the Career and … [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...]

GSVFD is proud to announce three new Volunteer Firefighter/EMT's joining the ranks of the best in Fairfax County; Jonathan Choi, Glenn Hanna and Laura Olsen were presented their Black Helmet by Fairfax County Fire Chief Bowers and Volunteer Liaison Jeffrey Katz at a public event … [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 … [Read more...]

The Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department (GSVFD) regrets to announce the passing of life member Edward Collins on Wednesday, July 29, 2015.   Ed joined the GSVFD in April 1974.  He served as GSVFD Chief during multiple terms March 1988 to October 1990 October … [Read more...]

GSVFD partners with our NoVa First Responders to remind everyone: Please help everyone get home at the end of the day - both you and us - by remembering to "Move Over" and "Drive 2 Save Lives" The law requires any drivers approaching an emergency vehicle that is displaying … [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...]

Hands-Only CPR A lifesaving action. When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Unfortunately, less than 1/3 of those people who experience a cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location … [Read more...]