Goldvein Volunteer Fire Department

06/09/2026

Just after noon today multiple companies were dispatched for a house on fire on Bristersburg Road in Catlett Vol. Fire & Rescue 's area. Wagon 7 (Catlett) arrived and reported fire through the roof. Engine 8 (Goldvein) and Wagon 2 ( Re*****on ) arrived moments later and crews quickly knocked down the fire. Additional units and personnel from Lois, Warrenton, Fauquier County Fire Rescue System, The Bridge Community Church Canteen Unit, and Stafford County Fire and Rescue also responded.

The fire is under routine investigation by the Fauquier County Fire Marshall's Office.

06/03/2026

Fauquier County Fire Rescue System personnel aboard Engine 8 are headed to northern Stafford County, near Aquia Harbor, to assist Stafford County Fire and Rescue units with a working fire involving multiple townhouses.

05/30/2026

Engine and Medic 8 initially transferred to Hartwood Volunteer Firemen's Association, Inc. to cover additional incidents before being requested to assist with this mass casualty incident. Medic 8 transported 5 patients from the scene to a hospital.

INCIDENT INFORMATION

At 2:35AM on Friday, May 29th, SCFR units responded for a major traffic crash involving a passenger bus, multiple trucks and passenger vehicles. Our crews arrived on scene and worked quickly to identify patients, initiate patient care and suppress vehicle fires. Based on the number of patients, a Mass Casualty Incident was declared.

There were 5 fatalities. 37 additional patients were transported to multiple area hospitals within the region for treatment. All critical patients were transported from the scene within approximately 45 minutes.

A total of 13 transport units, 2 heavy rescue squads, multiple engines and trucks and support resources responded to the scene.

We would like to thank our mutual aid partners for their assistance and response. We are grateful for their partnership.

This was a significant event for all involved, please keep everyone involved in your thoughts. Our crews worked incredibly hard through a very complex and difficult incident.

The crash is currently under investigation by the Virginia State Police. Please direct any further inquiries regarding the crash towards them.

04/04/2026

Units responded to a motorcycle crash at Sumerduck Motorsports Park. A medical helicopter was landed nearby on Snake Castle Road and utilized to transport the patient to a trauma center.

02/15/2026

Virginia’s spring fire season is here, officially Feb. 15 – April 30. During that time, the statewide burn law is in effect, which prohibits outdoor fires between midnight and 4 p.m. 🔥🚫

Don't be fooled by the snow! Most of Virginia is in a drought caused by months of below-average rainfall. Already this year, DOF has responded to 80 wildfires that have burned nearly 800 acres.

The best ways you can prevent wildfires:
🔥 Wait until after the fire season to burn yard debris
🔥 If you must burn, avoid windy days
🔥 Never leave a fire unattended
🔥 Know the state burn law and local restrictions

Get more tips, and learn about the 4 p.m. burning law on DOF’s website: https://ow.ly/3SsV50Yey8q

02/02/2026

Engine and Tanker 8 are operating at the scene of another working fire in Catlett Vol. Fire & Rescue 's area.

02/01/2026

Engine and Tanker 8 are operating at the scene of a working fire in Catlett Vol. Fire & Rescue 's area.

01/30/2026

Engine, Tanker, and Attack 8 are on the scene of a house fire in the 700 block of Cropp Road in Stafford County.

01/11/2026

Your Local 3762 firefighters have been hard at work over the holidays serving our community 24/7, 365 days a year. In the spirit of giving, we’ve reached out to our local shelter, as well as Child and Adult Protective Services, to learn what items are most needed.

The greatest needs right now are coats, baby bottles, and twin size blankets. Our firefighters are accepting donations at any Fauquier County fire station.

Our firefighters consistently go beyond the call of duty now you can help them continue making a difference in our community

12/31/2025

🎉 Congratulations on Your Retirement, Technician Tommy Shiflett! 🎉

Today we celebrate the incredible career of Technician Tommy Shiflett, who officially retires after an extraordinary 51 years of dedicated service to Fauquier County.

Tommy began his fire service journey as a volunteer with the Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company in 1974. In 1984, he launched his career at the Warrenton Training Center, serving with distinction until his first retirement in 2010. Never one to slow down, Tommy began a second career with Fauquier County Fire Rescue that same year—starting part-time, transitioning to full-time, and serving our system proudly right up to today.

Over the decades, Tommy has touched countless lives across the department. Whether through his unmistakable humor, boundless energy, or steady presence, his impact will be felt for years to come. Today truly marks the end of an era.

Technician Thomas Shiflett—you’ve more than earned this moment.
On behalf of the entire Fire Rescue System, thank you for your service and dedication. We wish you a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement! 👏🔥