Climate change fueling record heat, drought, wildfires in the Western U.S.
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The Western U.S. is feeling the effects of climate change this summer as areas suffer from record-high temperatures, drought condition, and wildfires.
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Albemarle County Fire Rescue responds to structure fire on Red Hill School Road
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Volunteer and career units from Albemarle County responded to the report of a fire on Red Hill School Road early Wednesday.
Commonwealth announces $34M for firefighter training, PPE
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The Virginia Fire Services Board and the Virginia Department of Fire Programs announced Monday a 5.45 percent budget increase in the Fire Programs Fund.
Albemarle County Fire Rescue welcomes new firefighters
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Albemarle County Fire Rescue introduced its newest class of firefighters at a recent ceremony.
Big Waynesboro fireworks show set for next weekend
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Waynesboro traditionally rings in Independence Day a week late, which is why you need to make plans now to view the spectacular city fireworks show next weekend, on Saturday, July 10.
Fire safety officials stress safety over July 4 holiday weekend
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The Virginia Department of Fire Programs State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Virginians that this year’s Fourth of July Holiday will be celebrated with increased pre-pandemic behavior.
Albemarle County, Charlottesville units respond to structure fire on Verona Court
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Career and volunteer units from Albemarle County Fire Rescue and units from Charlottesville Fire Department responded to the report of a garage fire with exposures on Verona Court at 6:03 p.m. Wednesday.
Albemarle County units respond to structure fire on Jefferson Mill Road
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Career and volunteer units from Albemarle County Fire Rescue responded to a fire reported in a residential structure on Jefferson Mill Road at 7:45 a.m. Tuesday.
Earth Talk: Staying safe in wildfire smoke
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Blanketing the atmosphere with thick veils of black smoke and turning skies a hazy orange hue, wildfires have ravaged the Western U.S. as long as anyone can remember.
Northam recognizes recipients of 2020 Governor’s Fire Service Awards
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Gov. Ralph Northam this week announced the recipients of the 2020 Governor’s Fire Service Awards, in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Fire Programs and the Virginia Fire Services Board.
