Winchester Fire

Winchester Fire and Rescue in Winchester, Virginia

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On this momentous day of September 11th, Winchester Fire and Rescue is beginning a new recruit class. Chief Henschel, Assistant Chief Orndorff, and Deputy Chief Krippner welcomed Recruit Class 7.

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester #RecruitClass7

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After this morning's push-in ceremony, our BRAND NEW ambulance is officially in service!

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We’re proud to be nationally recognized by @American_Heart with a Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold award for our commitment to providing high-quality heart attack and stroke care! #MissionLifeline

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This week WFRD's athletic trainer/physical therapist Katie Gilbert utilized some new technology into shift workouts. Crews worked on agility and speed work while incorporating some friendly competition!

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester

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WFRD now has an Instagram! Follow us @WincVaFireRescue
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#WFRD #CityOfWinchester

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📣 Join us July 18-20th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an interactive Public Safety Career Preview!

👩‍🚒 Demonstrations of a live burn
🚔 Impaired driving simulation and K-9 demonstration
🪖 Army National Guard demonstrations

Register: https://t.co/n1OIbmKLQh

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In Virginia, there is a new law effective July 1, 2023!

As an expansion of the current "Move Over" law, drivers must now #MoveOver or #SlowDown when possible for any vehicle on the side of the road with flashing red, blue, amber, or hazard lights.

#MoveOverSlowDownVa

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📣 Join us July 18-20th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an interactive Public Safety Career Preview!

👩‍🚒 Demonstrations of a live burn
🚔 Impaired driving simulation and K-9 demonstration
🪖 Army National Guard demonstrations

Register: https://t.co/n1OIbmKLQh

[Winchester Fire @WFRDva]

📣 Join us July 18-20th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an interactive Public Safety Career Preview!

👩‍🚒 Demonstrations of a live burn
🚔 Impaired driving simulation and K-9 demonstration
🪖 Army National Guard demonstrations

Register: https://t.co/AAY4nXwd7v

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4th of July is coming up! Consumer fireworks can be
dangerous if not handled properly. Also remember that many fireworks are not legal in Virginia.

#WFRD #CityOFWinchester

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We're Hiring a Deputy Chief of Operations for Fire & Rescue!

Learn more about the role: https://t.co/CpL2M8PWxj

Apply today! https://t.co/XBhJMtDdbN

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Monthly Statistics for May 2023.

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Wondering what you can burn? Take a look at WFRD's burn quiz.

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester

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With the popularity of backyard fire pits increasing, fire safety has become even more important. Make sure all embers are extinguished and the fire pit is completely cool to the touch.

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester #NFPA

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On Memorial Day, we take the time to remember and honor those who fought for our country and freedom. This event is hosted by the Winchester Rotary Club. Photographs by Shenandoah Valley Fire & Rescue Apparatus .

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester #MemorialDay

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Winchester Fire and Rescue has many excellent providers in our department. Meet one of our paramedics, Brandon! He's been with the department since 2010 and loves working for WFRD and helping the Winchester community.

#WFRD #CityOfWinchester #EMSWeek2023

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Early this morning, units were dispatched for a working structure fire in the 900 block of Opequon Avenue. First arriving unit reported active fire in the kitchen and ceiling area. Crews extinguished the fire and checked for extension. Red Cross was contacted for the residents.

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Thank you to all our nurses! #NursesWeek2023