York County Fire Department

York County Fire Department Founded in 1954, the York County Fire Department is a suburban fire and EMS department
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Organized in 1954, the York County Department of Fire and Life Safety, a suburban county fire and rescue department located in America’s Historic Triangle (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown) on the Virginia Peninsula, provides fire, rescue and emergency medical services to approximately 69,000 citizens and over 23,000 households in addition to daily workers, visitors, tourists, commuters and trave

lers. The department is comprised of career and volunteer members that operate out of a centrally located administration building, six strategically distributed fire stations, and a training facility located at the Dominion Virginia Power Yorktown Power Station. The department is made up of the Office of Emergency Management, Administrative and Support Services Office, and two divisions—the Fire and Rescue Operations Division and the Prevention and Community Safety Division. The Department of Fire and Life Safety is responsible for the management, direction and delivery of all non-emergency and emergency services for York County with the exception of law enforcement. The department provides a broad range of services including fire protection, plans review, code enforcement, fire inspections, fire investigations and public fire and life safety education. The department coordinates the County’s emergency management activities, provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue services and hazardous materials responses. The department also provides: professional fire and life safety training and training program management; command and control of major emergencies; information management services; grant administration services; victim and occupant/owner assistance services; special events coordination; water and dive rescue; technical rescue; mass casualty incident management; medical response to weapons of mass destruction and mass patient care; and enforcement of the state laws and local ordinances and regulations of the County of York pertaining to animal control and protection. The department is unique within the County government, in that all of its functions operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

09/07/2026
As you celebrate this weekend, be sure to keep safety in mind. Drink plenty of water and avoid extreme temperature chang...
09/05/2026

As you celebrate this weekend, be sure to keep safety in mind. Drink plenty of water and avoid extreme temperature changes. Grill, swim, and boat safely. Stay alert to other drivers on the road and always wear your seatbelts. Be sure you have a first aid kit handy and call 9-1-1 in an emergency. Keep these grilling tips in mind! Happy Labor Day Weekend!

👩‍🚒🚒🚑 It's the first Friday in September, which means we get to share one of our staff members with you! This month, we ...
09/04/2026

👩‍🚒🚒🚑 It's the first Friday in September, which means we get to share one of our staff members with you! This month, we are featuring Lt. Michael D. Foster, Training Division, and currently in a lead role in the training of recruits in the Peninsula Regional Fire Academy Class 26-2. Please continue reading about this month's Featured Firefighter - Lieutenant Michael D. Foster!

Congratulations to Firefighter/EMT Jordan O. Rowlett who recently completed his Firefighter Position Task Books (red boo...
09/03/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/EMT Jordan O. Rowlett who recently completed his Firefighter Position Task Books (red books) and his probationary period. He has traded his probationary helmet shield for his Firefighter shield! Pictured are (left to right) FF Adam B. Gordon, Lt. Chasity D. Johnson, Battalion Chief James L. Rhodes, FF Kolby A. Hoge, and FF Kenneth L. Thompson. Congratulations FF/EMT Rowlett!

This year, members of our department attended the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association's 2nd Annual Women of Fire & EMS Prof...
09/02/2026

This year, members of our department attended the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association's 2nd Annual Women of Fire & EMS Professional Development Conference. Hosted by the VFCA's Women of Fire & EMS Section, this multi-day conference brings together women from fire and EMS agencies across Virginia for hands-on training, leadership development courses, and networking with peers from across the Commonwealth.

The conference is part of a growing effort within the Virginia fire service to directly support the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in fire and EMS, building the next generation of leaders in our profession.

We're proud of our personnel for taking this opportunity to grow, and we're grateful to the VFCA for creating a space dedicated to their development. Pictured are (left to right): FF/EMT Katelyn J. Scheck, Lieutenant/PM Chasity D. Johnson, FF/EMT Casey G. Bowen, and FF/EMT Ashleigh G. Hill.

Severe heat is forecast for our area the remainder of this week, with heat indexes into the 100s. Please follow heat saf...
09/02/2026

Severe heat is forecast for our area the remainder of this week, with heat indexes into the 100s. Please follow heat safety tips and avoid heat-related illnesses. If you are looking for a place to cool down, consider visiting one of our libraries: Yorktown - 8500 George Washington Mem. Hwy., and Tabb - 100 Long Green Blvd. Both locations are open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. In addition, the Senior Center of York is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is located at 5314 George Washington Memorial Highway in the Washington Square Shopping Center.

During the high temps, be sure you pay close attention to your body and signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you spend time outdoors, closely monitor how you feel. Children, people 65 and older, those who work in the heat, and those who are ill or overweight are most at risk for heat related injuries. Be aware of signs and symptoms of a heat illness: dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, and weakness are all signs of Heat Exhaustion, while confusion, dizziness, and unconsciousness are all signs of Heat Stroke. If you are suffering from Heat Exhaustion, move to a cooler area, sip cold water, loosen clothing, and seek medical assistance if symptoms do not improve; if you suspect Heat Stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately, move the person to a cooler area, loosen clothing and/or remove layers, and cool with water or ice. | York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office | York County, Virginia

September is National Preparedness Month--a good reminder that disasters (both natural and man-made) can happen at any t...
09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month--a good reminder that disasters (both natural and man-made) can happen at any time. It is important to always have an emergency plan when you're at home, at work, on vacation, or on the road. Visit www.yorkcounty.gov/fire for preparedness information.

Last week, Captain (Ret.) Patrick J. Murray passed away at age 76. Following his military service, Pat joined the York C...
09/01/2026

Last week, Captain (Ret.) Patrick J. Murray passed away at age 76. Following his military service, Pat joined the York County Fire Department, where he proudly served the community for 26 years. He was dedicated to helping others and mentored firefighters who continue to pass on Pat’s lessons of protecting and saving lives. The department is grateful for his service to the country and community. We extend our sympathies to his family. Services will be held Friday, September 4, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Newport News.

Congratulations to Firefighter/PM Samantha L. Johnson on the completion of her Firefighter Position Task Books (red book...
08/31/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/PM Samantha L. Johnson on the completion of her Firefighter Position Task Books (red books) and her probationary period. She has now traded the probationary helmet shield/front for the Firefighter shield. Pictured is FF/PM S. Johnson (left) receiving her shield from Battalion Chief Troy A. Hoge (right). Well done, FF/PM S. Johnson!

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301 Goodwin Neck Road
Yorktown, VA
23692

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