Virginia FD

Virginia Fire crews are conducting roof operations training in the 200 block of Chestnut Street this morning.

Last night's meeting at the Clinton Town Hall to discuss the challenges faced by rural EMS providers was attended by over 100 people both in person and Via Zoom. Thank you Range Association of Municipalities and Schools for facilitating this discussion. youtu.be/NBGxG0MN3Jw

The Virginia Fire Department is recruiting for Firefighter/Paramedic and Single Role EMT personnel. If you are qualified and interested in joining a high performance organization staffed with compassionate professionals, we encourage you to apply. 👩‍🚒🚒🚑 virginiamn.us/employment/

Some highlights and capabilities of the Virginia Fire Department! Thank you Peter Makowski for your work in putting this together. youtu.be/H04_4eEOBR4 via @YouTube

As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2022 begins, the VFD would like to recognize and thank the telecommunications professionals who are the first, first responders and the calm voice in the storm of each emergency call.

Virginia Fire reminds you to check your alarm and change the battery when you change your clock.

The Virginia Fire Department is happy to present our 2021 Annual Report as a testament to the great work the department has done over the past year. Thank you to everyone who assisted us as we served the community. Access on our website at virginiafd.com

The Ambulance Committee reviews final specifications for a new ambulance, which although ordered this year, will not arrive until mid to late 2023. When over 300,000 miles a year are collectively placed on VFD ambulances, a robust replacement schedule is a necessity.

Last night a hose was driven over at a fire scene. The VFD reminds motorists that Driving over a fire hose could result in the loss of a critical water supply to a fire engine and the crew fighting a fire. Don’t drive over a fire hose! It could be a matter of life and death.

VFD's EMT Colton Anderson holds a small dog for a resident during the evacuation of all 147 residents from the Columbia and Richelieu Apartments who have been successfully relocated. This includes pets. Thank you to all our mutual aid partners who supported this effort.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'” - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The VFD would like to recognize and show our appreciation for our brothers and sisters in blue, especially those at the Virginia Police Department!

WHOLE COMMUNITIES PLANNING FOR DISASTERS TRAINING underway currently courtesy of the @IAFC and co-sponsored by St. Louis County Emergency Management and the @VirginiaFDMN #emergencymanagement #planning #cooperation #collaboration

Please join the Virginia Fire Department in congratulating Firefighter Jason Krause and Single-Role EMT Micheal Gifford who were awarded their paramedic graduation pins tonight at @mesabirange1

Donations for the Air Care Charity Event will be accepted during normal business hours @VirginiaFDMN Thank you in advance for your donations and Merry Christmas!

The Virginia Fire Department's Honor Guard was formed to recognize the selfless service and sacrifice of firefighters who have passed. mesabitribune.com/free_press/hon… via @MesabiDailyNews

The Arrowhead Regional Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Team will continue to build on its capabilities after recently receiving a $327,023 appropriation from the Fire Service Advisory Committee. mesabitribune.com/news/local/usa… via @MesabiDailyNews

The VFD would like to thank all Veterans, current service members, and their families, for the sacrifices they have made to protect our freedoms. Thank you for answering our nations call, for your bravery, courage and commitment. America is stronger because of you!

Both garages were extensively damaged. One person was evaluated on the scene, but not transported. The Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire. - Credit: Friends of the Northland Fire Wire

Six Iron Range fire departments were dispatched this morning to a report of a garage fire in Eveleth. The fire was reported around 7:55 a.m. in the 600 block of Garfield Street. Initial reports were that one garage was on fire with the blaze spreading to another garage.