Dale City VFD

Due to the expected heat, the Dale City 4th of July Parade will now begin at Hillendale Rd & Dale Blvd. The route has been shortened to help keep everyone safe. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and we’ll see you on Dale Blvd! sites.google.com/view/daleci… #DCVFD #SecondToNone #BuiltToLast

Last Friday at 2307 hrs, TW513 and other units responded to Spriggs Rd & Minnieville Rd for an auto accident with entrapment (ACC-X). Crews extricated one patient, transported to a trauma center. TW513 returned to quarters after clearing. #DCVFD #SecondToNone #BuiltToLast

Different engines. Different crews. Same mission. This is engine company work. Seats are earned, not given. Think you’re ready to ride? Apply now at DCVFD.org #SecondToNone #DCVFD

The holiday season is here, and we’re proud to support Toys for Tots once again! Drop off new, unwrapped toys at any of our 4 stations now through Dec. 24 to help make a child’s holiday brighter. Let’s fill those bins! #ToysForTots #SecondToNone #DCVFD

Congrats to Technician David De Hoyos on being released as an Engine Co Incident Officer! With 7 years in the department and a career as a ServiceNow Developer with Accenture Federal Services, David continues to learn, grow, and serve the community proudly. #SecondToNone #DCVFD

Come see us tomorrow morning at the Neabsco District Community Day at Cloverdale Park! There will be lots of treats and activities for everyone! #communityday #neabscodistrict #neabsco #dcvfd #secondtonone

In Loving Memory of Former Fire Chief Norman Ray Hatcher, Jr. [Read full obituary in link] dignitymemorial.com/obituari…

We’re saddened to announce the passing of Life Member and former Chief Norman Hatcher. Chief Hatcher led DCVFD in the mid-1980s and later served on the Board of Directors. Please keep the Hatcher family in your thoughts. Service info will be shared when available. #DCVFD

Just before 2pm, TW513 arrived #SecondToNone to the 18 box. Inside crews conducted primary’s, located the fire, and assisted E518 with the fire attack, while outside crews laddered windows and vented the roof. TW513 operated for about 3.5 hours before returning to Midtown. #DCVFD

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Just after 0600 this morning, Engine and Tower 13 were sent to a commercial structure fire in their first due. Company 13 handled the small electrical fire with themselves, allowing all other units to return to service shortly after arrival. #DCVFD #SecondToNone

The Company 10 fleet stands as a symbol of dedication and service. From technical rescues to structure fires to medical emergencies, our Rescue, Engine, and Ambulance are more than apparatus — they’re lifelines for our community. #DCVFD #SecondToNone

It has been one year since Assistant Chief Steve Chappell was laid to rest. The true master on the fire ground left a lasting impact on everyone that walked through our doors and will always be remembered as someone that lived up to our motto, #SecondToNone #DCVFD

Today while conducting training on fire ground operations, the 4th Battalion Engine 510 crew took time to engage with the community. Building strong connections with our neighbors is just as important as preparing for emergencies. #SecondToNone

UPDATE: Fire Marshal on scene, Battalion Chief 507 has terminated command. Engine 510 remaining at the scene to assist the FM.

🚨 Working Incident: Box 1015 for a house fire at the 14200 block of Fullerton Rd in Dale City. Company 10 units on scene with smoke showing from the eaves. #SecondToNone

Are you looking for a second family? Look no further than the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department. Apply TODAY at DCVFD.org/membership! #DCVFD