Arlington Fire & EMS
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Official Arlington County, VA Fire Dept Twitter feed. Emergencies 911. Non-emergency 703.558.2222. Not monitored 24/7. Employment info: https://t.co/Sde5tZOswg
Arlington,Va
Joined August 2013
Over the past 3 days, our APOs completed a skills refresher led by OMD Dr. Smith covering: 🫁 Advanced Airway Management 🩸 Whole Blood Administration 🖥️ Point-of-Care Ultrasound 🫀 Instrument Thoracostomy 🧪 EPOC Blood Analysis System (Mobile Lab) Staying sharp. Saving lives💪
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It’s that time of year! 🎄🎁 Arlington Fire Stations 2, 5, 8, 9 & 10 are Toys for Tots drop-off spots! ✅ New, unwrapped toys only 📅 Drop off by Dec 7 📍 Find drop boxes at each station Let’s spread some holiday cheer to local kids! ❤️
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People ask me about the ACAP strategy and how we do what we do here - @RealEJAntoni and I take a moment to explain.
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🚨 FPW Open House is coming! 📅 Saturday, Oct 11 | ⏰ 10AM–2PM 📍 All Arlington County firehouses This year’s theme: “Charge into Fire Safety™” 🔋 Learn how to safely use lithium-ion batteries + meet your local firefighters!
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🎓🐾 Big congrats to K9 Joker & DFM Runion on graduating ATF Accelerant Detection Class 154! After 42 days of intense training, they’re headed home to Arlington to assist the Fire Marshal’s Office with investigations. Welcome home, team! 🔥👃
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27 members of Recruit Class 85 kicked off their fire service journey today! Chief Povlitz welcomed them, followed by BFC Tirelli administering the oath. They begin 6 months of training to build firefighting, EMS, and leadership skills. Best of luck, RC85! #RC85ACFD
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Last night, together with @ArlingtonVaPD and ACSO, we faced @arlingtonsoccer in a thrilling friendly soccer match that ended in a 3-3 tie! A huge shoutout to our firefighter Maria Anderson for scoring all three of our goals! Great game, and we can't wait for the next one!
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Final update: Fire has been extinguished. No injuries to occupants. One firefighter was treated and transported to VHC with non-life-threatening injuries. Fire Marshals will be investigating the origin and cause.
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Update: Fire in the attic of a single family house has been extinguished. Crews are working on hot spots and ventilation.
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Breaking: Units are on scene of a structure fire on the 1100 block of N Stuart St. Expect a large fire department response and avoid the area if possible.
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Today, our Honor Guard proudly stood alongside the @ArlingtonVaPD Honor Guard to present the colors for the National Anthem at Nationals Park. We’re grateful to the @nationals for the incredible opportunity to take part in such a meaningful and time-honored tradition.
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🚒🔥 Engine 101 had a blast at the Alcova Heights Block Party on S. Lincoln & S. 8th St. today! We loved connecting with neighbors, showing the kids around the rig, and soaking up the amazing community spirit. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hello! ❤️👨🚒👩🚒
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Yesterday, more than 100 participants came together for our annual 9/11 Stair Climb. Together, they climbed over 11,000 flights of stairs in a powerful tribute to the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th. We honor their memory and will never forget.
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Today, we gathered to honor those lost on 9/11 and to reflect on the courage of the first responders who answered the call. Thank you to all who joined us in remembrance — in person and online. We will #NeverForget.
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Today, we honor and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the bravery of the firefighters, police officers, and first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.
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Huge congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedics Erica Lampe & John Holzhauser on passing their OMD test & completing all their ALS training! They are now officially Paramedics with the ACFD. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have truly paid off. We couldn’t be prouder!
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🎒 Big shoutout to the amazing crew from Station 9 who dropped off donated backpacks at Drew Elementary School today! 👏📚 Your generosity is helping students start the school year strong. Thank you for supporting our community! 💙 @apsvirginia
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Over the weekend, crews placed American flags throughout the county to honor and remember the lives lost on 9/11. The display serves as a solemn tribute to the victims, first responders, and their families. #9/11🇺🇸
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Grit. Skill. Heart. This is more than a job. It is a calling to serve. 🔥 Apply now: https://t.co/Cq0pdsLiBP
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