Virginia: Fall fire season devastating – 156 wildfires, 25K acres burned
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The Virginia Department of Forestry responded to 156 wildfires that burned nearly 25,000 acres and damaged 13 structures.
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Albemarle County Fire Marshal’s office lifts burn ban, effective immediately
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After a thorough assessment that has shown reduced fire risk for the area, Albemarle County Fire Rescue has decided to lift the burn ban that has been in place since Nov. 17.
Wise County man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for meth distribution, firearms possession
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A Wise County man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing firearms.
Roanoke Police: Suspect wanted in fatal stabbing dead after shootout, officer struck by gunfire
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A suspect is dead and a police officer is injured after a shootout on Sunday following a fatal stabbing that likely occurred earlier in the week in Roanoke.
Roddy Scheer: What is firescaping, and what’s the connection with native plants?
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Firescaping involves designing a landscape to fireproof a property while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Charlottesville Police seek public’s help identifying suspect in firearm robbery
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The Charlottesville Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a suspect in relation to a stolen firearm.
Harrisonburg to purchase property for new fire station; expected to open in 2025
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Harrisonburg will soon be home to a new fire station to improve service and reduce response times in the northern part of the city.
Bill would provide firefighters who are veterans VA benefits for career-related illnesses
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U.S. firefighters are more likely to suffer certain diseases and illnesses as a result of their career and experience higher rates of cancer.
Final update issued on Matts Creek fire; full containment reached on Monday
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The incident management team for the Matts Creek fire reported full containment late Monday. They have handed command of the fire to a smaller team.
Virginia man arrested following overnight barricade situation involving firearm
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A man has been arrested by Norfolk Police following an hours long barricade situation in the 8800 block of Semmes Avenue.
