Pearisburg Fire Department

05/05/2026

Virginia's official spring fire season may have ended on April 30, but the ongoing drought and current weather conditions are keeping wildfire risk elevated.🔥📈 The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) reports increased fire danger across most of Virginia today, May 5, due to low humidity and gusty winds. Postpone outdoor burning and use extra caution with all potential ignition sources.

05/05/2026

Reminder burn ban is still active!

04/26/2026

⚠️Friendly reminder the local burn ban is still active regardless of recent rain. Please stay updated and spread the word! 🚫🔥

04/17/2026

⚠️ As dry conditions continue no open air burning is permitted per local order. ⚠️

04/13/2026

Due to current, ongoing dry conditions and this week's weather forecast, which includes a high risk of dangerous wildfire spread Giles County has declared a local emergency and put a burn ban in effect as of 12 noon today.

04/13/2026

Please refrain from burning due to ongoing dry conditions.

04/13/2026

This is a code red alert from Giles County. Giles County has declared a local emergency due to ongoing dry conditions and a high risk for dangerous wildfire spread in the forecast over the next several days. A burn ban is in effect immediately and no open-air fires are permitted until conditions improve and the ban is lifted.

Thank you, Giles County Virginia Code Red Emergency Alerts

Please be aware and DO NOT BURN!

04/12/2026

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:03PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 7 to 10 percent, relative humidities around 25 to 30 percent, and wind gusts around 20 to 25 mph will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires on Monday.
Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly.
Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website.
For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov
https://i-1.us/fwPo?ref=iosapp

An Agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia

03/25/2026

Pearisburg Fire will be hosting a VDFP Firefighter 1 hybrid class starting on 4/27. If you are wanting to get this training please reach out or sign up through your Cornerstone account

03/23/2026

The Pearisburg Fire Dept. has recruited FOUR new members! All four of the sweet babies were born within four months. All of the families are happy, healthy, and ready for training as soon as possible!

Assistant Chief M. Collins with Baby Luka
Lieutenant A. Jones with Baby Blair
Lieutenant C. Stump with Baby Calvin
Firefighter H. Collins with Baby Cash

📸 by keely

02/03/2026