Girl Scout Cookies at West Point Volunteer Fire Department
Special thanks to Amy for bringing by several boxes of girl scout cookies for our crews to enjoy! 🤩 We’ll definitely enjoy these!
National Night Out in West Point, VA
We’d like to thank everyone that stopped by to see us for National Night Out! We had a blast meeting all of you and hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did! Awesome job by The West Point Police Department, Virginia State Police, Virginia Marine Police, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Rotary […]
Heat Related Illnesses
Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness. HEATSTROKE: What to Look For – High body temperature (103°F or higher) Hot, red, dry, or damp skin Fast, strong pulse Headache Dizziness Nausea Confusion Losing consciousness (passing out) What to […]
Heat Advisory – It’s Hot Outside
Heat related deaths and illnesses are preventable. Despite this, around 618 people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year. Avoid Heat Related Injuries Wear Appropriate Clothing Choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothing. Stay Cool Indoors Stay in an air-conditioned place as much as possible. If your home does not have air conditioning, go […]
Fundraising for Relay for Life of New Kent
And with the most money raised from our Relay For Life of New Kent dunk tank…Chief Sawyer and the The West Point Police Department! Coming in a close second was John Edwards and West Point Town Hall, and third—but definitely the one who took the most dunks and let lots of kids have “test throws”—Chief […]
School Supply Drive with The Lazy Cow Ice Cream Parlor
The Lazy Cow and the West Point Volunteer Fire Department have joined together to host a Community School Supply Drive to support the students in our beautiful town! Jeanna, WPFD President, has put together an Amazon wish list of items needed. You can choose to have them delivered to the address on the wish list […]
Get Indoors when Thunder Roars!
Thunder and lightning storms happen all the time. Know what to do to keep you and your family safe when storms strike! Outdoor Safety If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of lightning. Look for shelter inside a home, large building, or a hard-topped vehicle right away. Do not go under trees […]
Fire Department at the Library!
We’d like to thank the West Point Library for having us spend time with them this past Friday! We’re not sure who had more fun! Pictured: Chief Spencer Cheatham in turn outs and FF/Medic Jacob Rice showing his moves with Ladder 3. Not pictured: FF/Medic Blake Byrd. Check out these future *recruits*!😊
WPVFD In Action
It’s wind back Wednesday! Wondering what your WPVFD crews have been up to? Here’s a few images from two recent fires in the area…
Keep Your Family Safe with Fireworks
Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks. The National Safety Council advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals, and not to use any fireworks at home. Some may be legal but they are not safe. In 2017, eight people died and over 12,000 were injured badly enough to require medical […]