Spotsylvania Career Firefighters IAFF Local 3886

04/05/2026

🚒 Any local fire department, business, church group, etc. wanting to donate jars of spaghetti sauce or boxes of pasta, please email! The less we have to buy, the more that goes to the family!
We will also have a 50/50 raffle. Bring cash!
We will
Be able to accommodate "to go" orders.
Food is until we run out.
Thank you.

Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company
Fredericksburg Fire Department
Louisa County Department of Fire/EMS
Frog Level Volunteer Fire Department
Stafford County Fire Rescue Volunteers
Spotsylvania Career Firefighters IAFF Local 3886
Bumpass Volunteer Fire Department
Reva Volunteer Fire & Rescue

03/31/2026

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Local communities... we are asking for your support for one of our own.

Spotsylvania FREM Lieutenant Jay Clegg and his family are currently facing an incredibly difficult time following the premature birth of their son, Liam. As Liam continues to receive care, the family is navigating not only the emotional stress but also the financial challenges that come with an extended hospital stay.

We ask that you please keep the Clegg family in your thoughts and continue to share this post to help spread the word for baby Liam.

A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held on May 9th. There’s no better way to spend Mother’s Day weekend than by supporting a family in need and helping a mother during one of the most challenging times in her life.

If you are unable to attend, donations can still be made using the QR code below. Cash and check donations will also be accepted on the day of the event.

This effort is being supported by members of the Spotsylvania Volunteer Fire Department and Lt Clegg's volunteer department, Fairfields Volunteer Fire Department and surrounding citizens and businesses.

Please note: No Spotsylvania Volunteer Fire Department funds are being used for this event. All donations are made voluntarily by members of various departments and the public

Fairfields Volunteer Fire Department.

03/31/2026

Tonight marks a proud and meaningful milestone for Local 3886.
For the first time, our brothers and sisters will be answering the call from a brand new, county-owned career station. While they have faithfully served this community for years out of a volunteer-owned station never designed for 24/7 career staffing, they did so with unwavering pride, professionalism, and dedication.
Now, they begin a new chapter—one that provides the space, resources, and environment to better support not only the calls we answer, but everything we do between them to stay ready, strong, and united as a crew.
This moment is made even more special as our very own Vice President had the honor of opening the station today, serving proudly as the Captain of Station 3, and Officer of B Shift.
We couldn’t be more proud of this crew and grateful for the continued investment in the safety of our members and the community we serve.
Congratulations to everyone who made this day possible—and to the members starting their first night in their new home. Stay safe, and as always, we’ve got your back.

02/19/2026

Jay Clegg is one of our Lieutenants. Please donate, and or share!!

Hi everyone,

We’re raising funds to support our dear friends, Brittany and Jay, whose baby, William Samuel (Liam), arrived earlier than expected at 29 weeks and is currently receiving care in the NICU.

While the doctors and nurses are doing everything they can to help Liam grow stronger each day, the family is facing an incredibly emotional and stressful time. Along with the uncertainty, there are also unexpected expenses—medical bills, hospital parking, meals, time away from work, and travel back and forth to be close to their baby.

This GoFundMe is meant to ease some of that financial burden so Brittany and Jay can focus on what matters most: being there for their baby and taking care of themselves during this difficult season.

If you’re able to donate, share, or simply keep this family in your thoughts, it would mean more than words can express. Thank you for showing up with love and support.

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Hi everyone, We’re raising funds to support our dear friends, Brittany and Jay, who… Ray Richards needs your support for Support for Baby Liam in the NICU

01/30/2026

ASSISTANCE FROM THE PUBLIC NEEDED:

You have likely seen requests for residents to clear snow and ice from around our local fire hydrants, but there is a need just as great in our rural, non-hydranted areas of the county. Our fire apparatus are experiencing significant difficulty accessing our local boat ramps and dry-hydrants for firefighting. We are asking local residents and homeowners associations to please help our firefighters by clearing ice and snow from roads and access points to these much needed resources.

01/23/2026

NOTICE: Residents must get to where they need to be no later than 6PM Saturday 1/24/2026 so VDOT and crews can clear and treat roads. Expected icy conditions will make travel extremely treacherous. Prepare to stay home for up to several days and make sure you have everything you need for expected extended power outages during and after the storm. Follow official websites, social media, and broadcast stations for up-to-date information.

01/23/2026

A record number of Virginia firefighters gathered in Richmond this week to advocate for their legislative priorities at the Virginia General Assembly. The event, as part of the Virginia Professional Fire Fighters (VPFF) annual legislative conference, had over 100 firefighter leaders from 40 local International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) affiliates from across the Commonwealth.

For full news release, please visit our website:
https://www.vpff.org/news/

01/23/2026

Press Release: Spotsylvania prepares for Winter Storm Fern, urges residents to plan ahead.

This weekend, a significant winter storm is likely to hit large parts of Virginia, including Spotsylvania County. Heavy snow is possible, and some areas may see freezing rain or ice accumulation. Spotsylvania is monitoring the storm through the National Weather Service and is sharing information with local and state partners, including Virginia Department of Emergency Management, VDOT, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative and Dominion Energy to ensure the county is prepared for possible impacts and is adjusting plans accordingly. The Sheriff’s Office is increasing staff to make sure there are adequate resources available to assist residents during the storm, if necessary.

Spotsylvania County status:

• Spotsylvania County is preparing for Winter Storm Fern, which is expected to bring snow, sleet, and/or freezing rain over the weekend.

• Extreme cold is also a major concern. The county has designated warming center/shelter locations if power outages become an issue. The county’s mass care team is coordinating resources if opening is imminent.

• Spotsylvania County has declared a local emergency, effective today, Jan. 22, 2026. This will be in effect for the duration of the event. A local declaration allows a city or county to request additional resources from the state, bypass certain procurement procedures to speed up repairs, and activate local emergency operations plans.

• Gov. Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency today, Jan. 22, 2026, that will allow state agencies to be prepared for impacts across the Commonwealth.

• The Commonwealth of Virginia, Virginia Department of Emergency Management, Region 2, Regional Coordination Center is hosting NWS calls and Regional Coordination calls, daily.

• Spotsylvania’s Emergency Operations Center is monitoring the storm and will transition to partial activation Jan. 24, 2026, at 7 p.m. All Emergency Support Functions are preparing staff and equipment in advance of the storm.

The county will continue to update the public via its social media channels throughout the weather event. County residents are urged to sign up to receive emergency alerts through the county’s mass notification system, Spotsy Alert, and to follow on Facebook for updates.

Once the storm hits, residents are asked to refrain from driving in dangerous road conditions and to stay off roads unless it is unavoidable. Residents should not call 911 unless it is an emergency. Instead, please use the non-emergency number, 540-582-7115.

Below are resources and safety tips available for Spotsylvania County residents to help prepare for and stay safe during the storm.

Emergency Alerts & Resources:
• Register for Spotsy Alert to receive emergency and severe weather updates: member.everbridge.net/453003085614481/login
• Follow Spotsylvania County’s page

Weather Updates:
• Monitor the National Weather Service: weather.gov
• Local weather updates: US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington
• FEMA winter weather page: ready.gov/winter-weather
• VDEM winter weather page: vaemergency.gov/winter-weather

Be Prepared:
• Monitor forecasts and alerts and adjust travel plans early.
• Bring pets indoors and check on neighbors.
• Charge phones, batteries, and medical devices.
• Stock water, nonperishable food, medications, and warmth essentials.
• Ensure every family member has their own flashlight and fresh batteries.
• Only use generators, grills and camp stoves outdoors and away from windows.
• Keep indoor temperatures consistent and keep space heaters clear.
• Close gaps around doors and windows to seal air leaks.
• Build a kit and check out for tips and resources: ready.gov/winter-ready .
• Ensure smoke alarms are working. County residents who need help testing or installing a battery-operated alarm should call 540-507-7925 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or 540-582-7115 after hours.
• Protect pipes and cover outdoor faucets. Find tips for winterizing plumbing here: spotsylvania.va.us/1727/Winterize-Your-Plumbing
• Know how to shut off your water in case of a burst pipe.
• To report a possible water main break, or sanitary sewer backup or overflow, call 540-507-7300, #2. To report a water or sanitary sewer service emergency after normal business hours, weekends or holidays, call 540-507-7350.

Travel Information:
• VDOT’s free mobile 511 app offers information about weather, construction, traffic, incidents and more. By calling 511 from any phone in Virginia, use 511’s “speak ahead” option for hands-free and eyes-free audible traffic alerts for incidents and construction along your route. Traffic information is also available at 511.vdot.virginia.gov.
• For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623).
• Join VDOT Fredericksburg’s Facebook group at VDOT Fredericksburg District.
• If you must travel during inclement weather, keep an emergency kit in your car: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/travel-traffic/driver-safety/weather/ .en.152782

Power Outages:
• Visit ready.gov/power-outages for tips and resources.

Reporting Power Outages:
• REC: 800-552-3904; outage map: https://outagemap.myrec.coop/
• Dominion: 866-366-4357; outage map: outagemap.dominionenergy.com

Health:
• If someone in your home requires electricity for a serious medical condition, please consider an alternate location with power that you can rely on during an outage.
• To report a health emergency or request emergency services, call 911. Use the non-emergency phone number 540-582-7115 for other situations.

Food Safety:
• Monitor your fridge and freezer temps with appliance thermometers: 40° F or lower in the refrigerator, 0° F or lower in the freezer.
• Freeze water in small bags or containers to slot between foods, keeping cold in, but don’t overfill — water expands when it freezes.
• Freeze leftovers, dairy, and meats that you may not need immediately to keep them at a safe temperature longer.
• Have insulated coolers ready to safeguard refrigerator food in the event a power outage lasts more than four hours.
• Group food tightly together in the freezer — this “igloo” effect helps the food stay cold longer.
• Keep a few days’ worth of ready-to-eat foods that do not require cooking or cooling.

11/27/2025

🦃🌽 Happy !

To the on duty today, thank you. While families gather around their tables, you stand watch – keeping our communities safe, always ready to respond.

11/18/2025

Please take the time to help us pass federal legislation by clicking the link below to send an email to your Representative to ensure families of fallen firefighters who succumb to occupational related cancers receive benefits.

Last month – after years of IAFF advocacy – the U.S. Senate passed the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bipartisan legislation expands federal line-of-duty death benefits to families of fire fighters who die from occupational cancer.

But we need the U.S. House to keep the Honor Act in its final version of the NDAA.

House negotiations are rapidly coming to a close, and the current House bill excludes the Honor Act. Families should not face financial hardship after a cancer line-of-duty death.

Take action now by emailing your elected officials using the link below:

https://www.votervoice.net/IAFF/Campaigns/106899/Respond?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=Tell%20your%20Reps%20to%20keep%20the%20Honor%20Act%20in%20the%20NDAA&utm_medium=email

Help us honor the lives and families of those brave firefighters who die as a result of occupational cancer.

11/16/2025

⚠️ NWS Red Flag Warning: Extreme Fire Danger ⚠️

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 8 AM to 6 PM today (Sunday, November 16th).

Strong winds and low humidities are creating conditions where any fire will catch and spread quickly.

OUTDOOR BURNING IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED.

11/12/2025

⚠️🔥Elevated Wildland Fire Danger Warning!