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Prince George County Fire and EMS Providing quality service through the dedication of our people. This is the official page for the Prince George County Fire and EMS Department.

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Prince George Fire & EMS would like to congratulate Volunteer Firefighter Ross Long of Company 1 on successfully complet...
09/22/2026

Prince George Fire & EMS would like to congratulate Volunteer Firefighter Ross Long of Company 1 on successfully completing his Firefighter I certification!

Earning Firefighter I requires a significant commitment of time, hard work, and dedication. For a volunteer firefighter, that commitment often means spending evenings, weekends, and time away from family completing the classroom instruction, hands-on training, physical requirements, and testing necessary to earn this certification.

Ross joined Company 1 in the fall of 2024 after making Prince George his home in 2019. Outside of the fire service, Ross is a husband and father of three and has built an 18-year career in public transit. He currently serves as a Training Supervisor with GRTC in Richmond.

Ross put in the time, stayed committed to the process, and demonstrated his dedication to becoming a more capable firefighter and serving the citizens of Prince George County. Congratulations, Firefighter Long, on this well-earned achievement! We appreciate your commitment to Company 1, Prince George Fire & EMS, and the community you have chosen to serve.

At approximately 6:40 a.m. this morning, Prince George Fire & EMS crews responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a s...
09/22/2026

At approximately 6:40 a.m. this morning, Prince George Fire & EMS crews responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a school bus near the intersection of County Drive and Alden Road.

Upon arrival, firefighters found that the school bus had struck a tree. Fortunately, no students were on board at the time of the crash. The driver was evaluated by EMS and transported to the hospital for further care.

The bus involved was NOT operated by Prince George County Public Schools.

Crews are working to clear the road. Please avoid the area if you can.

Units responding: Battalion Chief 1, Company 2, Medic 8 and Engine 8

Congratulations to Firefighter/EMT Joe Berry on receiving his shield today and officially completing his probationary pe...
09/18/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/EMT Joe Berry on receiving his shield today and officially completing his probationary period.

Since graduating from the Fire Academy in August of last year, Firefighter/EMT Berry has dedicated countless hours to learning, training, and serving alongside his fellow members. Receiving his shield is an important milestone and one that reflects not only the completion of probationary status, but also the effort, perseverance, and teamwork that brought him and all our former probies to this point.

Firefighter/EMT Berry is pictured with Battalion Chief Chris Taylor, Lieutenant Daniel Showalter and B-Shift.

Thank you also to Interim County Administrator Kristen Pudlow for stopping by to be part of the shield presentation today.

09/18/2026

Don't forget to join us for Survivor Day on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Prince George High School!! This free event helps you prepare for an emergency and shows you how first responders and others help in a disaster. Join us from 9am - 12pm for giveaways, free survival kits, speakers and more.

Questions? Contact Brion Bear, Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator at [email protected]

Congratulations to Firefighter Michael Bish and Firefighter Tommy Nichols on earning their shields today! Both are now o...
09/15/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter Michael Bish and Firefighter Tommy Nichols on earning their shields today! Both are now officially off probation thanks to their hard work, commitment, and dedication to serving the community.

Firefighter Bish is pictured with Lt. Doug Jones, Jr. and Battalion Chief Jason Coker. Firefighter Nichols is pictured with Battalion Chief Jason Coker and Lt. Jason Roach.

Another successful First Responders Day at the Prince George Farmers Market! ✅Our members had a great time connecting wi...
09/14/2026

Another successful First Responders Day at the Prince George Farmers Market! ✅

Our members had a great time connecting with the community and demonstrating vehicle extrication techniques. Thank you to everyone who came out, asked questions, and stopped by our booth.

Serving our community is the best part of the job, and we couldn’t do it without your continued support.

A huge thank-you as well to the vendors, staff, and volunteers who donated raffle prizes and their time and helped make this event so special!

PG Farmers Market

At approximately 4:50 p.m., Prince George County Fire and EMS crews were dispatched to the 16000 block of Lebanon Road f...
09/10/2026

At approximately 4:50 p.m., Prince George County Fire and EMS crews were dispatched to the 16000 block of Lebanon Road for a reported brush fire in a remote area of the county.

The fire burned approximately 50 acres and required several hours to bring under control. Crews faced multiple spot fires while working to contain the incident. The cause of the fire is currently unknown.

Prince George County Fire and EMS was assisted by all county fire companies, Virginia State Police’s Med Flight 1, Surry County Fire and EMS, and the Virginia Department of Forestry. Aerial imagery from the department’s drone and Med Flight 1 helped crews assess fire conditions and direct suppression efforts.

The fire was brought under control at approximately 8:30 p.m. It did not cross into Surry County. No structures were involved, and no injuries have been reported.

Virginia Department of Forestry personnel will remain on scene. Residents in and around the Lebanon Road area should expect to see and smell smoke for the next several days. Please use caution while driving in areas affected by smoke.

Please join us in welcoming five new recruits to the department: Chris Bang, Hayden Benshoff, Jake McCart, Josh Foster, ...
09/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming five new recruits to the department: Chris Bang, Hayden Benshoff, Jake McCart, Josh Foster, and Brady Overton. They’ll make up Class 5 of the Crater Regional Fire Academy!

Each brings a unique background, a shared commitment to service, and an eagerness to learn, grow, and serve the Prince George community. We are excited to have them begin this journey with us and look forward to the contributions they will make to our department.

Congratulations to FF/EMT Ryan Christopher on successfully being cleared as an Engine Operator with Prince George Fire &...
09/06/2026

Congratulations to FF/EMT Ryan Christopher on successfully being cleared as an Engine Operator with Prince George Fire & EMS.

Ryan has continued to demonstrate a strong work ethic and a genuine commitment to improving himself as a firefighter and member of this department. His progress reflects the time, effort, and dedication he has put into developing his knowledge and skills.

Becoming an Engine Operator requires attention to detail, sound judgment, accountability, and pride in your position. The Engine Operator plays a critical role in the safety and effectiveness of the entire crew, and that responsibility should never be taken lightly.

Ryan has shown that he understands those expectations and has worked hard to earn this clearance. His continued growth and willingness to take on additional responsibility are great examples of the professional development we want to see throughout our department.

Congratulations, Ryan, on a job well done and a well-earned accomplishment. Keep working hard, taking pride in what you do, and building on this success!

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Prince George, VA
23875

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