Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company, INC.

10/10/2026

Thanks for having us, Greene County Child Care Center!

10/10/2026

RVFC crews had a fun-filled Friday! Engine 21 made its appearance at a few events around the county and responded to two calls throughout the day. Later, Truck 27 responded to a third call for service.

If you’re interested in joining in on the fun, send us a message on Facebook or visit our website at www.ruckersvillefire.org.

04/10/2026

🔥 RVFC is looking for new members! 🔥

Come learn new skills, meet great people, and give back to your community.

Below is a list of the positions within the department:

👨‍🚒 Firefighter — Responds to emergency calls and assists with fire suppression, rescue operations, vehicle accidents, brush fires, and other emergencies. Members receive the training needed to safely operate on emergency scenes.

🚒 Driver / Pump Operator — Drives fire apparatus to emergency calls and operates the pump and other apparatus equipment on scene. Helps establish and maintain water supply while supporting crews working on the fireground.

🧯 Junior Member — Gives younger members an opportunity to get involved in the fire service, participate in training and department activities, and learn alongside experienced members. Junior members operate under specific age and safety restrictions and do not perform hazardous duties reserved for qualified firefighters.

🤝 Auxiliary / Support Member — Want to help without responding to emergency calls? Auxiliary members support the department behind the scenes through fundraising, community events, public education, administrative tasks, station activities, and other department needs. No firefighting or emergency response is required.

There’s a place for everyone at Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company — you don’t have to run into a burning building to make a difference.

Message us on facebook or go to our website for more information.

www.ruckersvillefire.org

25/09/2026

Greene County Agencies Respond to Barn Fire

On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Greene County emergency response agencies responded to a reported barn fire in the 6000 block of Celt Road.

First and foremost, Greene County extends our sincere condolences to the property owner and those affected by this devastating fire. We understand the loss associated with an event like this, and our thoughts are with everyone impacted.

We also recognize the concern within our community regarding the emergency response and the timeline of events. Because there has been information circulating on social media that does not accurately reflect the verified response timeline, we believe it is important to provide the community with the facts documented in our emergency response records.

Here is the verified timeline:

• 4:40:27 p.m. | The Greene County Emergency Communications Center received the initial 911 call reporting a barn fire, with the caller advising that smoke and flames were visible.

• 4:41:31 p.m. | The call was dispatched to the appropriate fire and emergency response agencies; approximately one minute after the initial 911 call was received.

• 4:43 p.m. | The first fire unit from Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company responded.

• 4:44 p.m. | Mutual aid requested due to the location of the barn and the absence of nearby fire hydrants, requiring additional resources for water supply and fire suppression operations.

• 4:51 p.m. | The first fire unit arrived on scene.

Emergency incidents are dynamic, and information shared online during or immediately following an incident may not accurately reflect the actual sequence or timing of events. We encourage residents to rely on official information and verified response records when evaluating an emergency response.

This incident involved a coordinated response from numerous local and regional agencies. Greene County sincerely appreciates the men and women who responded, including:

D**e Volunteer Fire Company
Greene County Emergency Communications Center
Greene County EMS
Greene County Sheriff's Office
Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company
Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company
Mutual-aid from Albemarle, Madison, and Orange Counties

We are incredibly grateful for the volunteer firefighters who responded to this incident. Greene County's volunteer fire companies are an essential part of our emergency response system, and they are always looking for additional members.

If you have ever wondered how you can make a meaningful difference in your community, consider volunteering. There are opportunities in fire suppression, emergency response, support operations, and many other roles. When seconds matter, having trained volunteers ready to respond matters.

For information about volunteering, contact:

D**e Volunteer Fire Company
Chief S. Shifflett (434) 825-9599

Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company
Chief E. Hord (434) 531-4898

Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company
Chief D. Clay (434) 872-3242

Thank you to all of our emergency responders and mutual aid partners who answered the call and worked together during this incident. Most importantly, we extend our sincere thoughts and condolences to the property owner, and everyone affected by this fire.

D**e Vol. Fire Company
Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company, INC.
Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department

17/07/2026

Smoke from the ongoing Canadian wildfires has moved into our area, resulting in hazy skies and reduced air quality across Greene County. Air quality alerts have been issued in parts of Virginia as wildfire smoke continues to impact the region.

For your health and safety, we encourage everyone to:
• Stay indoors as much as possible until air quality improves.
• Keep windows and doors closed.
• Run your air conditioning on recirculate if available.
• Limit strenuous outdoor activity, especially if you notice smoke or haze.

These precautions are especially important for:
• Children
• Older adults
• Pregnant women
• Anyone with asthma, COPD, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions

Before spending extended time outdoors, check the current air quality conditions using the links below:

https://www.deq.virginia.gov/air-energy/air-quality-forecast
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=virginia

Additional waves of smoke from Ontario, Canada wildfires will push south into the area through Friday. This will create hazy conditions with diminished air quality. An Air Quality Alert is in effect today for the Norfolk and Richmond metro areas and the lower Maryland Eastern Shore.

Smoke could get pushed farther down toward the surface later in the week, resulting in diminished visibility in haze and possible additional air quality restrictions.

04/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

We’re all lined up and ready to roll in today’s 4th of July parade! Be sure to give us a wave as we make our way through Main Street!

This year’s parade is extra special as we’re proudly featuring the newest addition to our fleet—Tanker 25!
Stop by, check it out, and help us welcome it to the community.

We hope everyone has a safe and fun-filled Fourth of July. Stay cool and drink plenty of water! Thank you for your continued support of the volunteers who proudly serve our community!

30/05/2026

30/05/2026

Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company is proud to announce that our new Tanker 25 has officially arrived, has been placed in service, and is now ready to serve the citizens and visitors of Greene County.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to 4 Guys Fire Trucks and every donor, supporter, member, and community member who contributed to making this project a reality. Your investment in our department helps ensure that our firefighters have the tools and equipment needed to safely and effectively protect lives and property.

22/05/2026

We are one week away from final inspection and delivery of Tanker 25!

06/05/2026

We sincerely thank Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s Power of Change program for their generous support in funding the purchase of a new gear extractor for our volunteer firefighters. This essential equipment removes harmful contaminants and toxins from personal protective equipment (PPE), helping to protect the health and well-being of our volunteers. We greatly appreciate their commitment to the safety of those who serve our community.