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Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire Department
Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company recently received $2,560.00 in grant funding from The Power of Change that has enabled them to improve scene safety for personnel responding to motor vehicle accidents. The Power of Change receives its funding from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) members who agree to have their electric bill rounded-up to the next highest whole dollar. For those that are interested in learning more about how LOWVFD is utilizing these crucial funds, as well as, learning more about The Power of Change, please review, and share, the link to the article in the Sunday, June 23rd edition of The Free Lance-Star.
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Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company receives grant, purchases scene safety equipment
The Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company recently received $2,560 from The Power of Change that will enable the department to improve scene safety for personnel respondingLooks like another nice weekend is on the way for some recreational water based fun for our community. As such, your LOWVFD want to take an opportunity to remind our residents, and their visitors, of some ways to help mitigate potential swimming pool emergencies.
For children younger than 5 years old, 85% of all drownings occur in backyard pools according to data from the Consumer Protection Safety Commission's 2018 Drowning Report. Of the roughly 351 drowning deaths that occur each year, about 76% of them are children under 5 years old, and of the 6,400 emergency room visits for nonfatal drownings each year, about 73% are for children younger than 5 years old.
Please review some safety tips and remember that the American Red Cross has a compilation of tips called "Things to Know About Water Safety" at: www.redcross.org
Although we haven't officially started Summer 2019 yet that would be Friday, June 21st this year.
Your LOWVFD thought this would be a good time to encouraging our community members to wear your helmets when riding bikes, skateboards and scooters this summer.
We all know that bikes, skateboards and scooters are a great way for kids to learn independence, have fun and get exercise. However, not wearing a helmet or not following the rules of road may lead to serious injuries. That's why your LOWVFD stresses wearing a helmet, and following the rules of the road, at all times when on your bike, skateboard or scooter.
On Thursday, June 6th your LOWVFD was happy to participate in Orange Volunteer Fire Company parade. Congratulations to our award winning crew on Truck 29 and thank you to everyone who lined North Madison Road and Byrd Street to cheer on the many volunteer fire companies, businesses, school groups and civic organizations that make this a great annual tradition.
On June 6th, the LOWVFD stops to honor and remember one of our own and the D-Day invasion. Joseph Argenzio was just 17 years old when he fought at D-Day.
In 1994, he and his wife, Joan, moved to LOW whereupon he joined the LOW Fire and Rescue Company. Joseph was named an honorary Chief and served as Vice President and President of our Board. In addition, he organized our annual Fourth of July parade and was an active member of many civic and fraternal associations, such as the LOW Veterans and Knights of Columbus.
Joseph died on April 7, 2010 but his service to our nation and community lives on. Please take a moment to remember former Honorary Chief Argenzio and the many other veterans who stormed those Normandy beaches on Tuesday, June 6, 1944 as part of the Allied operations.
Lake of the Woods Volunteer Rescue Squad
Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company receives grant, purchases scene safety equipment
Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company receives grant, purchases scene safety equipment
The Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company recently received $2,560 from The Power of Change that will enable the department to improve scene safety for personnel respondingChecking out the new PL Custom F550 4WD ambulance Once lettering and radios done we’ll be good to go
In 2007, the American Heart Association in coalition with the American Red Cross and National Safety Council worked collaboratively to designate June 1-7 as National CPR and AED Awareness Week. This week has been set aside to spotlight how knowledge of CPR and how to use an AED can help save more lives during emergencies.
On Saturday, June 1, 2019 the Virginia Fallen Firefighters & Emergency Medical Services Memorial Service will be held at 12pm at the Richmond International Raceway Complex. This year's Memorial Service will honor seven individuals who have been recognized in the VA Line of Duty Act for their bravery and dedication to the citizens. This event is OPEN to the public.
Contact Us
Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Inc.
104 Lakeview Parkway
Locust Grove, VA 22508-2025
Fire Department: 540-972-7510
Rescue Squad: 540-972-7480
Emergency: 911
