Last week, Carrollton Volunteers participated in the Hampton Roads Marine Firefighting School sponsored by the Virginia Port Authority. In addition to the technical skills learned, students were surrounded by a network of professionals from across the globe, collaborating and sharing best practices. These opportunities are a tremendous benefit CVFD and…

Today’s joint training session with Suffolk Fire Rescue and the US Coast Guard was a testament to the power of partnership. By focusing on towing techniques, line throwing, and boat maneuvering, we’re not just improving our skills—we’re building stronger bonds and ensuring seamless coordination for any maritime emergencies that may…

Several members from Carrollton VFD spent the day with Carrollton Elementary students as part of their annual career day activities. Students learned about some of the equipment, trucks and the types of jobs firefighters and EMTs can be called to do. CVFD has a great working relationship with Carrollton Elementary,…

Another successful Firefighter I Live Burn was completed on February 10th, 2024, at the Franklin burn building. The 17 students executed and completed evolutions that included search and rescue skills, as well as basic fire behavior and fire suppression. A thank you to Carrsville Station 20 and Smithfield Station 50…

Station 10 and Newport News Fire Department were dispatched to a dump truck on fire on the James River Bridge on February 8th, 2024, at 07:58 hours. Carrollton Engine 10, Squad 10, 102 and Newport News Engine 7 arrived to find a dump truck heavily involved. Engine 7 stretched an…

On February 5th, 2024, Stations 10, 30 50, and 60 were dispatched to the 12000 of White House Road. Engine 50 arrived to a residential structure with heavy fire showing. Tanker 10 was utilized for establishing a water supply while Engine 10 remained on scene. The fire was ruled accidental…

On the morning of January 22nd, 2024, Carrollton VFD responded along with Stations 30, 50, and 60 for report of a structure fire in Rushmere. Units arrived on scene to find a house at 95% completion with heavy smoke and fire showing which became a total loss. Station 50 crews…

On Thursday January 18th at 1022am Stations 10 and 50, Carrollton and Smithfield were dispatched to the Isle of Wight Industrial Park for a commercial structure fire. Units arrived to find a working fire involving several vehicles burning inside the 250 by 100-foot multi-occupancy building. Due to the extreme heat…

On January 12th, 2024, Carrollton VFD and Suffolk Fire and Rescue completed a joint training exercise on the James River Bridge, utilizing Fire Boat 1 and Ladder 10. Their boat established a draft and feed Ladder 10 flowing in excess of 1000 gallons per minute. After the water evolution the…

On January 13th, 2024, Carrollton VFD hosted its 2023 banquet, with a luau theme. Through the night, many individuals were recognized for both exceptional contributions and years of service: Chiefs Award- Lt. Connor Sutton Presidents Award – Mark Bender Firefighter of the Year – Gage Ruane EMS Award- Lt. Taylor…