Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 3756

The southbound lanes of Rt. 28 near Sterling Boulevard are closed as fire-rescue crews work on the scene of a tractor-trailer crash. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area.

Members of L3756 escorted the family of Brother Jeffrey Rizzo to IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Colorado Springs this week. Brother Rizzo was added to the wall of the fallen this year.

Crews from Aldie 607, Kirkpatrick Farms 627, and Prince William Professional Firefighters Evergreen 515, and PHI Air Medical Leesburg operating on a MVA with a flyout on Rt 15 and New Rd earlier this afternoon.

*Photos by Gene Fisher and Andrew Sample

Some good tips on avoiding spontaneous combustion with potted plants. One obvious tip the story missed is DO NOT use potted plants as ashtrays.

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Crews are out and about this weekend collecting for MDA. If you haven't come across them yet, you can donate online at http://bit.ly/FTB-Loudoun

We are saddened to announce the passing of Louisa County career firefighter, Mia Ethridge. We ask our citizens to join us in remembering Mia for her bravery and heroism. She and her family will remain in the thoughts and prayers of not only the Fire & EMS department, but the heart of our community as a whole.

September 2nd-4th we will be filling the boot for the annual Muscular Dystrophy Association fund drive. Firefighters throughout the region will be out in the streets collecting for MDA.

All funds raised will assist local families affected by Muscular Dystrophy.

You can donate online to http://bit.ly/FTB-Loudoun if you miss us in the streets. For more information about the Muscular Dystrophy Association and how our fundraising helps local familes, please visit www.mda.org.

Structure Fire - 41000 block of Hoddesdon Ct., Aldie, Box 62718 - PE627 was on scene with fire contained to the garage which appeared to have been caused by a Lithium-ion battery charger.

The Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Foundation 6th annual golf tournament is September 25th. There are plenty of player spots left and sponsorships available.

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Crews Respond to Round Hill House Fire Fire crews from around western Loudoun are on the scene of a house fire just west of Round Hill.

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working house fire in the 17300 block of Smokey View Ct in Round Hill. Engine Co. 4 is on scene of a two story single family dwelling with fire showing from the front. A RIT task force has been requested.

If any of our followers are in Warrenton, Sister Lavarnway is one of our members and would love your support.

I am incredibly honored to announce that the Fauquier County Professional Firefighters have endorsed me! It is truly humbling to be recognized by such a respected organization that is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our firefighters, residents, businesses, and visitors. I am grateful for the trust they have placed in me and proud to stand alongside them. This endorsement reinforces my commitment to serving our community with passion, creativity, and a deep sense of responsibility. I am excited to continue working tirelessly to make a lasting impact, and I am grateful for the support and encouragement of the Fauquier County Professional Firefighters Local 3762. Fauquier County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management Fauquier County Professional Firefighters Local 3762

Going on right now!!!!

“Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive at 751 Miller Drive in Leesburg. All are welcome to donate in support of our amazing fire/rescue and law enforcement partners here in Loudoun.

Come make a lifesaving blood donation and stay to enjoy sweet treats from Kona Ice of South Riding (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) graciously hosted by the Loudoun First Responders Foundation. Specialized LC-CFRS canvas totes are also available as donor gifts. Visit https://bit.ly/Badges2023 to sign up!

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The LCFFA is proud to endorse the following for the 2023 Virginia House of Delegates and State Senate elections:

Kannan Srinivasan for HD 26 House of Delegates District 26
Atoosa Reaser for House of Delegates District 27
Delegate David Reid for House of Delegates District 28
Marty Martinez for House of Delegates District 29
Rob Banse for House of Delegates District 30
Russet Perry for Senate District 31
Delegate Suhas Subramanyam for Senate District 32

The LCFFA is proud to endorse the following for the 2023 BOS elections
Phyllis Randall
Briskman For Supervisor
Re-Elect Supervisor Mike Turner as Ashburn District Supervisor
Sylvia Glass for Broad Run Supervisor
Matt Letourneau for Supervisor
Kristen Umstattd
TeKrony for Supervisor
Koran Saines

Units from 620 and 613 working an overturned vehicle on Fort Evans Rd/Meadows Ln NE in Leesburg.

Photos by Joe Sullivan

Loudoun crews have been visiting with the National Capitol Region Airports Professional Firefighters at Dulles Airport for area familiarization drills over the past few months. We have automatic mutual aid with MWAA where we operate with them at the airport for emergency incidents and they can come off and operate in Loudoun and Fairfax for our incidents.

Stay hydrated

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working house fire in the 42300 block of Moreland Point Ct in Ashburn. Engine Co. 6 is on scene of a two story dwelling with smoke showing from the second floor.

This morning R635 from Sterling conducted tower rescue training along with Prince William County Rescue 522. Units trained on tower hazards, access/climbing techniques, tower-based rescues, and ground-based rescues. Both companies were able to compare equipment and rescue methods; ensuring cohesive operations as these units will be operating together on technical rescue incidents in the southern part of the county.

Prince William Professional Firefighters
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working house fire in the 47700 block of League Ct in Sterling. Engine Co. 18 is on scene of a single family dwelling with a working fire in the attic. Battalion Chief 1 has command.

A Sister from Louisa County Professional Firefighters IAFF L4779 was in horrific accident on the way to a house fire on July 10th.
A fund was set up to help offset some medical costs for her and her family on her long road to recovery:
https://www.theyardfoundation.org/help-mia

20-year-old firefighter ejected from firetruck, fighting for life after Louisa County crash Virginia State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that seriously injured two members of the Louisa County Fire Department when the fire engine they were in ran off the road and hit a tr…

PE626, E604, BC602, and BC670 provided mutual aid to Jefferson County this evening for a 2 alarm commercial fire on the 100 block of W Third Ave in Ranson.

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working house fire in the 19400 block of Youngs Cliff Rd in Sterling. Engine Co. 18 is on scene of a single family dwelling with fire showing. Battalion Chief 1 has command, a RIT task force has been requested.

Units from Loudoun, Prince William Professional Firefighters , National Capitol Region Airports Professional Firefighters, and Fairfax County Professional Firefighters & Paramedics responded to a house fire on the 25000 block of Cameron Walk Place in Aldie, Box 62720 last night. PE627 arrived on scene with fire from the roof due to a lightning strike. The fire was quickly knocked down with most of the fire contained to the garage attic.

Photos by Joe Sullivan

It's been 2 years and we still miss you Brother.

Have a safe and Happy Independence Day! Leave the fun stuff to the professionals and remember to soak and store spent fireworks outside and away from your homes.

Firefighter dies while battling house fire in St. Mary's County The firefighter fell through the first floor of the house and into the basement.

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working townhouse fire in the 43200 block of Clearnight Ter in Ashburn. Engine Co. 6 is on scene of an end unit townhouse with a working fire on the first floor. Battalion Chief 1 has command.

Tankers 604 and 626 are operating at a house fire on the 1400 block of Shirley Rd., Summit Point WV,

Members taking advantage of some new quads being built by practicing 'what if the Tanker and Medic show up first' scenarios. LCFR Tankers carry 3,000 gallons of water and have 1500 GPM pumps with 2 crosslays.

•••BOX ALARM-WORKING FIRE••• Units are operating at a working building fire at the Old Sterling Annex in the 22000 block of Shaw Rd in Sterling Park. Engine Co. 18 is on scene of a single story building with a working fire in the rear of the building. Battalion Chief 1 has command.

Today we honored Firefighter Jeff Rizzo at the 2023 Fallen Firefighters and EMS Memorial Service in Richmond.