Tidewater Federal Firefighters Local F-25

05/27/2026

New truck arrived, ready to be put in service!! PC:

05/26/2026

Sad state of affairs when it comes to Navy Fire apparatus!! And Firefighters are stuck trying to piece together a half functional apparatus to do the job!!

One thing about firefighters: if things go sideways, somebody is going to turn it into a joke before the end of the shift.
Quint 33 broke down on the Interstate while heading to the shop today, followed by several hours waiting on a tow.

05/25/2026

This past week was EMS Week, our NRMA Regional Dispatchers didn’t just support us — they showed up, rolled up their sleeves, and cooked for our firefighters right in our own stations.

That kind of support hits different. It reminds us that behind every radio transmission is a teammate who cares deeply about the people on the other end.

To our dispatchers: your kindness, your commitment, and your presence mean more than you know.
We’re proud to stand shoulder‑to‑shoulder with you.

05/15/2026

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has vetoed legislation to expand collective bargaining to public workers – including fire fighters and emergency medical

05/04/2026

Inyernational Firefighters Day– May 4, 2026 🔥

Today we honor the firefighters who stand ready every hour of every day — on the line, in the station, and in the communities we serve.

From structure fires to medical calls, from wildland deployments to technical rescues, firefighters answer the alarm with courage, discipline, and heart. We don’t do it for recognition. We do it because lives depend on it.

To every firefighter — career, federal, military, volunteer, and wildland — thank you for your sacrifice, your strength, and your unwavering commitment to protecting others.

Today we celebrate you. Every day we stand with you.

04/25/2026

🚨🚨🚨 ATTENTION 🚨🚨🚨

We are fast approaching the Joint Council Training on May 18–20 — and time is running out.

If you haven’t locked in your plans yet, now is the moment.

The hotel room block closes next week on April 24, and once it’s gone, the discounted $161/night rate is gone with it.

Registration remains:
• $150 – Joint Council Members
• $200 – Non‑members
• $25 – Guests

Phoenix is shaping up to be a strong, high‑value training event. Make sure you and your Local are in the room.

Go to the pinned event for the links on FB and the Bio in IG for links. Don't miss out.

04/15/2026

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is all about honoring the heroes behind the headset — and Navy Region Mid‑Atlantic has some of the very best.

This week, we proudly recognize our Navy Region Mid‑Atlantic Regional Dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

These professionals are the calm in the chaos — the steady voices guiding our firefighters, security forces, and emergency responders through every call, every alarm, and every crisis. Their vigilance keeps our installations safe 24/7, 365 days a year.

To our dispatchers:
Thank you for your dedication, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to the mission. You are an essential part of the Navy Region Mid‑Atlantic team, and we are grateful for everything you do.

11/23/2025

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Enter your estimated high-3, covered LEO service, any additional non-LEO service, and optional sick leave hours (counts for computation, not eligibility). Choose your system.