Shenandoah National Park imposes fire ban; crews dedicated to Quaker Run fire
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Due to dry conditions, Shenandoah National Park has implemented a complete fire ban effective immediately.
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Madison County wildfire forces closures in Shenandoah National Park
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Graves Mill Trail and Wilhite Wagon Trail are closed as firefighters continue efforts to suppress the Quaker Run Fire, which started on Oct. 26 in Madison County.
Potential turning point: New legislation seeks to eliminate PFAS from firefighter equipment
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In 2018, fire departments in Virginia responded to an average of 2,333 incidents per day. The fire departments in Augusta County respond to over 20,000 calls every year from 19 fire stations.
Madison County fire 20 percent contained; should be fully contained soon
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Firefighters from the Virginia Department of Forestry and partner departments continue containment efforts on the now 390-acre fire in Madison County.
After hours: Lawmakers support legislation to fund child care during nontraditional times
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The After Hours Child Care Act would address child care gaps for parents who work nontraditional hours in their professions.
STOP: Staunton residents join together to fight big solar project on New Hope Road
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The individuals behind “Stop Big Solar in Staunton” are not against solar energy or solar panels on local schools and homes.
Expert: Dry summer across Virginia may produce busy fire season
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The Virginia Department of Forestry is warning Virginia residents to be extra careful when burning yard debris or enjoying a campfire or backyard fire pit.
Albemarle County: Three residents of Saddleback Drive home displaced after fire
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A structure fire in the 2000 block of Saddleback Drive in Albemarle County has displaced three adult residents, and a cat rescued by firefighters is receiving treatment.
Residents, dog safely evacuated from Albemarle County townhouse fire
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Residents of a townhouse in the 1200 block of Oak Hill Drive in Albemarle County were able to evacuate safely after a fire this afternoon.
Lawmakers hold press conference on bill to protect retirement for public servants
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The Social Security Fairness Act has 290 cosponsors in the U.S House, and seeks to eliminate the WEP and the GPO for public servants.
