Michael O’Brien

Field Fire – Driven by High Winds

Michael O'Brien January 6, 2016 No Comments

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Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company

23 hours ago

Purcellville Volunteer Fire Crew 6 is sending a reminder to everyone.... #stayhome ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you for all you do

Missing you guys!!

Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company

4 weeks ago

‪An important reminder from our 9-1-1 professionals at the Loudoun County Emergency Communications Center. ‬

Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
Leesburg Police Department, Leesburg VA
Purcellville Police Department
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Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company

1 month ago

An update on the first due house fire this past week.Purcellville Single Family Home Fire Displaces a Family of Two

Purcellville, VA. - Loudoun County Fire Officials determine cause and offer safety tips after Friday night’s house fire displaces a family of two.

At approximately 10:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6th, 2020, Loudoun County’s Emergency Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call from a resident stating that their home was on fire in the 200 block of East G Street in Purcellville. Fire and rescue units from Purcellville, Round Hill, Hamilton, Philomont, Leesburg, Ashburn and Loudoun Heights were dispatched to the incident along with accompanying Command Officers. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find active fire in the rear of the home with possible fire extension to the inside. The homeowners were located safely outside.

Firefighters aggressively attacked the fire in the rear as additional crews checked for any extension to the interior of the home. Crews discovered fire had begun to spread into the walls and floor joist areas and worked quickly to extinguish the remainder of fire.

One resident was evaluated by paramedics on the scene and one firefighter was transported to a local area hospital for evaluation. Two residents were displaced from their home and are being assisted by the American Red Cross. The Loudoun County Fire Marshal’s Office determined the cause of the fire was accidental due to hot ashes from the fireplace igniting nearby combustibles in and around the fireplace. The damages are estimated at $200,000.

It is important to note that the occupants were alerted to the fire by multiple smoke alarms which activated in the home. The smoke alarms allowed the family precious moments to remove themselves from danger and call for help, avoiding potential injury and more extensive damages.

Each year Loudoun firefighters respond to devastating fires caused by improper disposal of hot coals or ashes from fireplaces, wood stoves, pellet stoves, grills, fire pits and even cigarette butts. Residents must use caution when disposing of fireplace ashes or any hot materials in or around your home. It is critical to soak ashes thoroughly with water, in a metal container with a lid, and allow them to cool for 48 hours. The metal container should be kept outside, a safe distance away from your home or any other structure By taking these additional measures, you can help ensure these items are appropriately extinguished and do not pose a fire hazard to you or your neighbors.

For additional fire prevention and safety information, visit www.loudoun.gov/firemarshal or call 703-737-8600.

Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 3756
Loudoun County Volunteer Fire-Rescue
Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company
Round Hill Volunteer Fire Department
Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department
Philomont Volunteer Fire Department
Leesburg Volunteer Fire Company
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Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company

1 month ago

***WORKING FIRE***
Rescue Engine, Tower and Chief 602 are currently operating on a working fire in the area of G Street in Purcellville along with neighboring stations. Please avoid this area and follow Law Enforcement direction. ... See MoreSee Less

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Can see it from our house. Praying everyone is safe.

Was it a house... apartment.. business?

Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company

1 month ago

This Weekend We “Spring Forward”, Change Your Clocks & Check Your Smoke Alarm Batteries!

Sunday, March 8th, 2020 we “Spring Forward” and set our clocks ahead one hour in observance of daylight saving time. The Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company asks that you also check the batteries in your smoke alarms, carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and practice your home escape plan. ... See MoreSee Less

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