Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department

10/06/2026

SMITHFIELD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Update Regarding SVFD Engine 52 Accident
SMITHFIELD, VIRGINIA — As previously reported, at approximately 10:51 p.m. on September 21, 2026,
Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD) Engine 52 was involved in a single-vehicle accident on
South Church Street while responding to a reported possible structure fire on Lakeview Cove. The
operator, who was the only person aboard the apparatus, was transported to a local hospital and later released.

The SVFD has been advised that the Virginia State Police has charged the operator with driving under
the influence (DUI). SVFD has not been provided further details concerning the charge. A criminal
charge is an allegation and does not constitute a finding of guilt. Questions regarding the charge or the
continuing investigation should be directed to the Virginia State Police.

The SVFD immediately suspended the operator from all operational duties on the night of the accident
pending the outcome of the investigation. The Department continues to cooperate fully with the
Virginia State Police and other appropriate agencies.
SVFD is also conducting an internal administrative and safety review. As part of that process, the
Department will review its standard operating guidelines, apparatus response practices, training
requirements, and will make appropriate adjustments based on the facts and findings that become
available.

The SVFD takes this matter seriously and remains committed to the safety of its members and the
public. Because the investigation and related proceedings remain pending, the Department will not
provide additional comment regarding the operator or the circumstances of the charge at this time.

10/03/2026

Come Support our AMAZING Ladies Auxillary and have dinner with us!

09/22/2026

****critical incident****

Last night around 2300 E52 was responding to a reported structure fire. While responding the Engine was involved in a single vehicle collision causing the truck to overturn. The driver was taken to an area hospital out of precaution. Thank you to everyone for their support during this time.

09/21/2026

Ready for another epic year.

🔥TRUCK COMPANY OPERATIONS WEEKEND RETURNS TO HAMTOWN MARCH 5-7, 2027🔥

Instructors from all over the east coast will be in attendance to pass along their experiences and skills to eager firefighters with vast skill sets and experiences. Class will be three days in length including tool labs, hands-on training with LIVE FIRE. Registration will open up December 1, 2026 @ 0900hrs www.smithfieldtruckclass.com under class registration, so be ready to sign up just as you are to answer the bells!
The instructors that we bring in are some of the best in the business from various career and volunteer departments that enjoy teaching and sharing their knowledge and skills. The objective for this weekend is for you to be exposed to outside of the box training and various methods of truck company operations, things that you can't find in a book.
Location: Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department:
1804 S. Church Street Smithfield, VA 23430
Class Fee: $475.00 per student with lunch provided all weekend.
This class has sold out fast in the past years when registration opened, so be ready on December 1, 2026 with your hand on the mouse to secure your spot for our 2027 class!

09/16/2026

As we sit here at Training Days we remember a firefighter that touched so many in a short amount of time. Always missed but never forgotten.

20 YEARS — NEVER FORGOTTEN ❤️‍🔥

Today marks 20 years since we lost an amazing young man — a friend, a brother, a son, and a member of our fire department family.

John “JP” Memory gave his life in the line of duty, doing what he loved. He had an incredible love for his family, his brothers and sisters in the fire service, and of course, NASCAR! 🏁

JP had a smile and personality that were truly infectious. The moment he walked into a room, he had a way of lighting it up — just like a fire.

Twenty years have passed, but the memories remain. We remember the young man he was, the friendships he made, the lives he touched, and the passion he had for serving others.

Today, we miss you.
Today, we remember you.
Today, and every day, we will never forget you.

Rest easy, JP. Your service, your sacrifice, and your memory will live on forever. ❤️‍🔥

John “JP” Memory
March 11, 1987 – September 16, 2006

09/12/2026

09/10/2026

Almost game time. Come out and support us.

09/04/2026

The Smithfield Truck Company goes out of district for Fire on 460

At approximately 1745 hours on Thursday, 3 September, your Smithfield volunteers were requested to provide a fully staffed truck company to aid in fire suppression efforts for a confirmed working single-family dwelling structure fire in the 5300 block of Windsor Boulevard. Fire companies from Windsor, Carsville, Zuni, Ivor and Isle Of Wight Fire Rescue were already en route when the first units arrived on scene, reporting heavy smoke and fire showing from the back of the home. SVFD truck 50 staffed with a crew of five was requested to respond to support an aggressive fire attack by the initial companies. Truck 50 arrived on scene just behind ladder 20 and immediately went to work interior of the structure on the second floor, opening ceilings and knee walls to help locate and extinguish hidden fire. At one point during the incident Truck 50 along with Windsor Fire Companies were ordered to the roof to ventilate the structure and help with locating fire burning in overhead void spaces. Your SVFD volunteers operated for approximately 3 1/2 hours assisting with fire attack, ventilation, and overhaul before being released by command to return to the Smithfield first due district. This was a challenging incident requiring maximum effort from all responding departments and supporting agencies. SVFD is proud to work alongside some of the most professional volunteers and paid staff in the region, well done to all companies facing challenging conditions!