Charlotte Fire and Rescue Services

09/05/2026

It is with deepest regret and great sorrow the Addison Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of 10-year member and current Second Assistant Chief, Phillip Stearns at the age of 49. He joined the department in 2016 and was elected as Captain in 2019. After 3 years as captain he was elected as Second Assistant Chief in 2022.
He also served as a member of the Vergennes Fire Department for 15 years starting as a cadet in 1993.

Phil was a dedicated member of the department, responding to almost every call we had. For the last several years he has had the most training hours in the department. He took pride in the department and was always willing to take on anything that was asked of him.
Phil’s dedication to make the department stronger was unmatched. His openness and willingness to teach others made him the person new members knew they could go to with any questions.

Chief Stearns will be greatly missed by the fire service and the community he served. The void he leaves will be impossible to fill.

Information on Funeral arrangements will be shared at a later date.

08/20/2026

08/16/2026

07/14/2026

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected this evening and tonight. Storms will move from the northwest to the southeast generally after 7 PM. The main hazard will be damaging winds, with large hail, a tornado, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible. Remain weather aware and keep up to date with the latest forecast.

07/01/2026

Contact Vermont 211 for additional cooling center options and availability.

Hinesburg Fire Department has worked together with our regional partners at Vermont Emergency Management and Valley School District to open a regional cooling center. Hours and information in the image attached.

Please share this information with those who may need it. Its going to be WARM! Lets stay cool and look out for each other 💪

Reach out to Fire Chief Prescott Nadeau with questions (802) 871-0044. Thank you!

06/26/2026

CVFRS is hiring! We are looking for a permanent part time firefighter to join our team. Applications can be located at cvfrs.com/join-us.

05/17/2026

Update: Route 7 is now open to all traffic.

Route 7 near Colonel Williams Way in Charlotte will be shut down for the the next several hours due to a motor vehicle collision. A detour is being set up. Please avoid the area.

04/28/2026

A Fire Weather Watch issued April 27 at 1:28PM EDT until April 28 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

The National Weather Service in Burlington has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds and low humidity, which is in effect from late Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...In New York, St. Lawrence, Northern Adirondacks, Adirondack High Peaks and Champlain Valley of New York. In Vermont, Champlain Valley of Vermont and western Rutland County.

* Timing...The lowest humidities and strongest winds will occur between 11 AM and 7 PM on Tuesday.

* WINDS...South 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph, with localized higher gusts in northern New York.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 to 25 percent.

* TEMPERATURES...Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.

* Impacts...If any fires were to start the weather and fuel conditions could cause fires to quickly get out of control and be difficult to contain

CVFRS and the surrounding communities are not permitting any open burning during this time. Please practice good judgement during this time.

04/22/2026

Warmer weather is coming and Marine 3 is back in the water for the season at Point Bav Marina!

Even though spring is upon us, Lake Champlain is still very cold and hypothermic conditions pose a risk to anyone engaging in activities on the lake Always call 911 for any emergencies out on the water

04/20/2026

For immediate release.