West Sunbury VFD

10/11/2026

Today, we recognize the importance of mental health, especially within the fire service.

As firefighters, we are often the ones others turn to in their time of need. We respond to emergencies, witness difficult situations, and carry experiences that can stay with us long after the call is over. It’s important to remember that taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health.

It’s okay to not be okay. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of strength. Check on your crew, support one another, and never hesitate to reach out when you need someone to talk to.

🚒 We take care of our community. Let’s take care of each other, too.

💚 You are never alone. Your mental health matters.

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

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Congratulations to the winner of our first raffle, Tracy Nath!! Thank you for your continued support!

The response to our first joint raffle was incredible, and thanks to your amazing support, we're excited to bring you our SECOND joint fundraising raffle!

The North Washington Volunteer Fire Department and West Sunbury Volunteer Fire Department are proud to continue this partnership because we know that when neighboring departments work together, our communities become stronger.

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❤️ Two Departments. One Mission. One Goal—Serving Our Communities.

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Thank you for standing behind the volunteers who proudly serve our communities. We truly are...

🚒 Stronger Together.

10/10/2026

Today we were able to set up a table at Moniteau future options fair and afterwards we held our annual fire prevention assembly at Dassa where we discuss with the kids what number to call in an emergency, the importance of an evacuation plan/meeting spot in case of fire, stop drop and roll, and more.

10/08/2026

A couple of tips for this fire prevention month. Stay safe out there.

10/07/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 James Gold, Denise Hobaugh, Anita Stevens, Autumn Laken, Chris Mincer, Heather Nickle, Deborah Smith, John Robert

10/07/2026

‼️🚒 Last night we had our annual tree stand rescue training. With archery season upon us it is good for us to sharpen our skills with this procedure. One thing we highly recommend before the hunter even makes it into the stand, is let someone know where your stand will be. There are different apps that can show a location or drop a pin to someone that can get it to the first responders. Good luck to all you hunters out there and be safe. Thank you all for your support. 🚒‼️

Here are the top apps designed for dropping pins, tracking routes, and sharing locations with loved ones or emergency contacts in the field:
• onX Hunt: Allows you to drop highly precise custom waypoints for tree stands, trace your path using offline GPS tracking, and text or email a direct location link to your contacts. It is widely used for mapping public and private land boundaries.
• HuntStand: Features offline GPS mapping to save your hunt areas without cell service. You can easily map your exact tree stand location, calculate distances, and share full hunt areas directly with family or hunting buddies.
• LNKT: A dedicated real-time safety and mapping application built specifically to address outdoor emergencies, including tree stand falls. It features automated safety alerts that keep your contacts informed of your whereabouts.
• what3words: Divides the entire world into 3-meter squares, giving every spot a unique three-word code. It provides hyper-precise location tracking within a 10-foot square, making it a highly reliable tool for dispatchers and first responders.
• Safe Hunt: An all-in-one companion app featuring a Live Hunter Map for real-time team tracking, offline pin-dropping with custom tags, and smart group alerts to coordinate with friends and family in the field.

10/06/2026

We were honored to be a part of escorting Moniteau Girls Golf Team home after their District 9 win yesterday!!! Congratulations 🎉

10/06/2026

DID YOU KNOW? October is designated as Fire Prevention Month to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which was one of the most devastating disasters in U.S. history.
Keep checking back throughout the month for more fire safety tips.