Frederick County Fire and Rescue Department

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Frederick County Fire and Rescue Department The Frederick County Fire and Rescue Department serves the region with fire and emergency medical services.

Frederick County Fire and Rescue Department consists of 11 volunteer fire and rescue stations staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with volunteer and paid career staff that provide emergency medical, fire, specialty rescue, and life safety services. The department consists of 11 fire and rescue stations, with over 100 career and volunteer personnel.

Smoke Alarm Safety - A message from the Fire Marshal's OfficeSmoke alarms have been proven to save lives. It is recomme...
10/15/2026

Smoke Alarm Safety - A message from the Fire Marshal's Office

Smoke alarms have been proven to save lives. It is recommended that smoke alarms be installed on every level of the house, inside every bedroom, and outside of each sleeping area. In the basement, smoke alarms should be installed at the bottom of the stairs leading up to the next level. Mount smoke alarms in the middle of the ceiling away from drafts created by fans or air ducts. Avoid placing smoke alarms too close to the kitchen stove and bathroom showers. Test your smoke alarms monthly and replace the batteries every 6 months. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. If you are in need of a smoke alarm, please feel free to call our office and we can provide and install them for you.





Want to know what’s really scary? Less than 10% of people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest . October is Sudden ...
10/11/2026

Want to know what’s really scary? Less than 10% of people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest . October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. Learn CPR. Download . Save a Life.

Download here: https://zurl.co/HM7a8





✈️ National Fire Prevention Week - OUT OF SIGHT? NOT IN FLIGHT. ✈️When on a plane, keep devices where you can see them ...
10/10/2026

✈️ National Fire Prevention Week - OUT OF SIGHT? NOT IN FLIGHT. ✈️

When on a plane, keep devices where you can see them while charging. Do not charge e-cigarettes or vapes on the plane. Tell a flight attendant if you notice a problem with your device, such as if it feels very hot, starts to swell, is smoking, or has a strange smell.

Why it matters: If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly.




Frederick County, VA government offices will be closed on Monday, October 12.
10/09/2026

Frederick County, VA government offices will be closed on Monday, October 12.

🧰 National Fire Prevention Week - FOR TOOLS AND RIDES, CHARGE OUTSIDE. 🧰Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and ...
10/09/2026

🧰 National Fire Prevention Week - FOR TOOLS AND RIDES, CHARGE OUTSIDE. 🧰

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging.

Why it matters: These batteries are larger and store more energy. Fires can grow quickly if the battery fails.




🔌 National Fire Prevention Week - FULLY CHARGED? TIME TO UNPLUG. 🔌Unplug your device when it is fully charged.Why it ma...
10/08/2026

🔌 National Fire Prevention Week - FULLY CHARGED? TIME TO UNPLUG. 🔌

Unplug your device when it is fully charged.

Why it matters: Leaving a device plugged in can increase heat and stress on the battery.




🧯 National Fire Prevention Week - FEELS HOT? STOP USING IT. 🧯Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swe...
10/07/2026

🧯 National Fire Prevention Week - FEELS HOT? STOP USING IT. 🧯

Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, smells strange, leaks, smokes, or makes popping or hissing sounds.

Why it matters: A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.




💻 National Fire Prevention Week - SOFT SURFACE? HARD PASS. 💻Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or bare ...
10/06/2026

💻 National Fire Prevention Week - SOFT SURFACE? HARD PASS. 💻

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or bare floor.

Why it matters: Devices and chargers create heat during normal charging. Soft surfaces like beds, pillows, and couches can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.




📱 National Fire Prevention Week - CHEAP CHARGER? DON’T CHANCE IT. 📱Use the cord and charger that came with your device...
10/05/2026

📱 National Fire Prevention Week - CHEAP CHARGER? DON’T CHANCE IT. 📱

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.

Why it matters: Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the chance of fire. Cheap or off-brand chargers may not meet important safety standards. For more info: fpw.org

Frederick County Fire and Rescue is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4-10, Cha...
10/04/2026

Frederick County Fire and Rescue is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4-10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every time you plug in. Each day this week we will be sharing a safety tip regarding safe charging and lithium-ion safety.

Today's tip: BATTERY SAFETY STARTS BEFORE YOU PLUG IN. Buy products listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as UL, ETL, or CSA.* Listed products meet important safety standards.

For more information: fpw.org.








Address

1080 Coverstone Drive
Wi******er, VA
22602

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+15406655618

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