Big Rock Fire Department

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM BIG ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT! 🚒🧡

We hope everyone has a fun, spooky, and SAFE Halloween tonight!

🦺 Wear bright or reflective clothing and carry a flashlight.
🚸 Use sidewalks and crosswalks, and look both ways before crossing.
🍬 Always check your candy before enjoying it.
🕯️ Keep decorations away from open flames.
🚗 Drivers, please slow down and watch for little ghosts and goblins!

Let’s work together to keep our community safe this Halloween!

Have a spooktacular night, Big Rock! 🎃

10/02/2026

🚒 OCTOBER IS FIRE PREVENTION MONTH! 🔥

This October, Big Rock Fire Department reminds everyone that fire prevention starts with simple steps at home. A few minutes of preparation today can make a tremendous difference when seconds count.

🏠 FIRE PREVENTION TIPS:

🔔 Install & maintain smoke alarms
Make sure smoke alarms are working and test them regularly.

🚪 Have a fire escape plan
Know two ways out of every room when possible, establish a meeting place outside, and practice your escape plan with your family.

🍳 Practice cooking safety
Never leave cooking unattended. Keep anything that can catch fire away from the stovetop and cooking area.

🔌 Check electrical cords & outlets
Look for damaged cords, overloaded outlets, or other electrical hazards.

🧯 Keep fire extinguishers accessible
Have the proper extinguisher available and make sure household members know how to use it safely.

🌲 Keep your property clear of dry vegetation
Remove excessive dry leaves, brush, and other combustible materials around your home and property.

PLAN • PRACTICE • PREVENT • STAY SAFE

🔥 Fire prevention today means a safer tomorrow.

From all of us at Big Rock Fire Department, thank you for helping keep our families, homes, and community safe.

🚒 BIG ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT
Big Rock, Virginia

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 NEVER FORGET — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 🇺🇸

Today, the members of Big Rock Fire Department pause to remember September 11, 2001 — a day that forever changed our nation.

We remember the 2,977 innocent lives lost, the families who were left behind, and the countless people whose lives were forever changed.

We especially honor the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice, along with the police officers, EMS personnel, military members, and countless civilians who showed extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable circumstances.

Their sacrifice reminds us of what it truly means to serve: to put others before ourselves, to stand together in times of need, and to answer the call no matter the circumstances.

As firefighters, we carry their memory with us every time we put on our gear, climb aboard our apparatus, and respond to a call for help.

We remember their courage.
We honor their sacrifice.
We will never forget.

🚒🇺🇸 Big Rock Fire Department
Serving Today. Honoring Always.

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09/11/2026

Anyone needing a CPR class, come see instructor Jimmy Hill at the Big Rock Station. You never know when an emergency can happen and being able to have the knowledge of what to do in those first critical moments could make the difference in the outcome, who knows if could be a loved one you help until emergency personnel can arrive on scene… it’s always best to be prepared.

Also if you are looking for a way to help out in your community, go by any local volunteer Fire department in our county and sign up, no experience needed.

09/10/2026

Thank you to Coach Travis Fiser(Big T BBQ) and Vansant Baptist Church for feeding the First Responders lunch today. It was greatly appreciated!!!

08/11/2026

Please remain weather aware through Wednesday! ⚠️

Periods of rain through early Wednesday, possibly heavy.
The flood risk is highest north of the Tri-Cities through Wednesday morning.
Latest forecast video in the StormTrack 5 app and WCYB.com/weather.

06/30/2026

Neighbors helping neighbors for the good of the community. Thankful for all involved with a positive outcome.

05/04/2026

Today, on International Firefighters’ Day, we proudly recognize and thank the dedicated volunteers of the Big Rock Volunteer Fire Department for their selfless service and unwavering commitment to the volunteer fire community.

Your willingness to serve—often with little recognition and great personal sacrifice—reflects the very best of firefighting traditions practiced around the world. From emergency response to training and community support, your dedication helps safeguard lives and property while strengthening the fabric of our community.

On this day of global appreciation, we honor your courage, professionalism, and service. Thank you for all you do, and for standing shoulder to shoulder with firefighters across the world.
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04/29/2026

🚒 Training Day at Big Rock Fire Department 🚒

Today our members spent the day sharpening their skills during Extrication Training, practicing multiple techniques used to safely and efficiently remove patients from vehicles during emergency situations. From stabilization and tool operations to patient-centered rescue methods, our team worked through realistic scenarios focused on safety, teamwork, and preparedness.

Training like this ensures our members remain ready to respond when seconds matter most. We are proud of the dedication shown by everyone involved and committed to continually improving the service we provide to our community.

Train like lives depend on it… because they do. 💪🚒

A great big Special Thanks to Griffey’s Towing and Shannon Aranda Griffey for their donation of the vehicles used for training purposes.

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