The Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) enhances public safety by providing Virginia's fire fighters and fire marshals vital resources and tools.
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With deep respect and gratitude, we thank Vigilant Hose Company for providing and flying the garrison flag over the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial for Memorial Weekend.
#firehero2026 #nfffmemorialweekend2026
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Lithium-ion batteries can start fires if thrown away in the trash or curbside recycling bin. @NFFF_News is a proud supporter of @NFPA this #FirePreventionWeek, reminding you to recycle batteries safely. Find a drop-off site near you at call2recycle.org. #BatterySafety
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Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a proclamation recognizing the week of October 5-11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in the Commonwealth of Virginia. @VaFirePrograms #FirePreventionWeek #GOV74 #VAPSHS #74outreach #74proclamation
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As you get ready to celebrate this 4th of July, make plans to celebrate safely. All fireworks, even sparklers, can cause serious injury. ⚠️🎇 Lighting fireworks at home? Follow these tips to reduce injury and wildfire risk. Learn more @VaFirePrograms and ow.ly/FrRB50Wj6fU
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Wrapping up our afternoon sessions, Robert Steele, Deputy ISO, Virginia Fire Programs @VaFirePrograms spoke to us about ethical leadership and its importance in establishing best info sec practices.
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Today, our team had the opportunity to visit Virginia Beach and engage with stakeholders from the Fire Services. We are grateful for your dedication and commitment to the Commonwealth!
@VaFirePrograms
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This morning I had the opportunity to thank many of our amazing first responders who were on duty all weekend for Tropical Storm Ophelia at the iconic Belvedere Coffee Shop & Diner. Thank you all for keeping everyone throughout Virginia safe!
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Remembering the events of 9/11 at the Charles City County Fire Academy, 🇺🇸 we started with a moment of silence. Then we started our @VaFirePrograms HAZMAT OPS course. Then a road trip to @NKFireRescue to fill out SCBA bottles(Thank You), then back to HAZMAT OPS. @usfire #vaemstg – at Petersburg, VA
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My thoughts and prayers continue to be with the @RFDVA and the family as they mourn the tragic loss of Firefighter Rodney Cole. Thank you for your service to the Commonwealth. #VAPSHS #Firefighter @VaFirePrograms #VAGOV
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@GovernorVA stopped by Loudoun County Lansdowne Station 622 to say hello to our firefighters and thank them for their service to the Commonwealth! @VaFirePrograms #pshs #vagov
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Yesterday evening a team member from @VA_PSHS attended the services in Luray for recruit firefighter Ian Strickler. At the services, the widow was presented with a state flag on behalf of the Governor flown over the Capitol. #LODD #VAPSHS @VaFirePrograms
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My thoughts go out to Recruit Firefighter Ian Strickler's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May he rest in peace, knowing he made a difference in the world and will never be forgotten. #LODD #vapshs #firefighter @VaFirePrograms #gov #vagov
A #FrederickCountyVAFireRescue #recruit died Wednesday after suffering a medical emergency. Ian T. Strickler started the fire academy in #WinchesterVA on Monday. #Firefighters firehouse.com/53065296/
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Last week, the @VDOE_News held the CTE Creating Excellence Awards Program. The @staffcofire, in partnership with Stafford Schools, won the Region 3 Secondary Business & Industry Partnership Award for offering a Firefighting Program. #StaffordCommunity #ElevateStafford
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Lieutenant Governor @WinsomeSears provided a moving speech at yesterdays @VaFirePrograms 2023 Firefighter & EMS Memorial Service remembering our ten fallen that were honored. #neverforget #Virginia #firefighter #EMS – at Richmond, VA
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Earlier this afternoon, #NFFF CEO Victor Stagnaro was honored to provide the keynote address during the 2023 Virginia Fallen Firefighters & EMS Memorial Service. Ten who were recognized under the Virginia Line of Duty Act in 2022 were honored. #FireHero #RIP @VaFirePrograms
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Had the opportunity to evaluate Fire Fighter I skills for Virginia Department of Fire Programs @VaFirePrograms with @HanoverFireEMS1 It’s great to see a program be successful in high schools promoting future firefighters. These students did a great job today. – at Ashland, VA
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March 12-18 is Flood Awareness Week — but we like to think of it as "flood preparedness week." Stay tuned, learn how to know your risk and protect your property. dcr.virginia.gov/floodawaren… #FloodAwareVA #ImAForce #FloodSafety #SevereWxPrep #R3Ready #SpringSafety #pr3pared
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It's the first day of Severe Weather Awarness Week! Today's topic is Watch vs Warning. Here's our Macaroni Monday edition.
👀 Watch = We have the ingredients to make macaroni.
🟥 Warning = We are having macaroni - right now!
ALT Watch vs Warning We have the ingredients to make macaroni. We are having macaroni, right now!
Virginia Department of Fire Programs retweeted
Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from a heat sources such as a portable heater. #SpaceHeatersNeedSpace #HeatingFireSafety #FirePrevention #FireSafetyTips
