OUR MISSION
The Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) is committed to protecting the lives and property of Ashburn and Loudoun County residents and visitors by providing the best possible fire, rescue, emergency and medical response services. We pledge to perform our duty with courage and dedication. We also strive to be active in our community and proactive with public education and prevention campaigns.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
GET INVOLVED
Join the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department as an Operational Member or Admin Member Today!
Since 1944, the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) has been answering your calls. Our community is growing and so is the need for volunteers to become trained firefighters and emergency medical technicians (EMTs). We also need administrative volunteers to assist with community outreach, public education, fundraising, publicity, building maintenance and clerical duties.
Answer the Call and Discover the Volunteer in You!
AVFRD NEWS
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the firehouse, All First Responders were resting and ready to pounce. The trucks were all waiting, the ambulances too In hopes of running with sirens and flashing lights that are red, not blue. The firefighters were all snug in their beds [...]
Join Us on March 5, 2022 for the Seventh Annual Chilly Days Chili Fundraiser at Old Ox Brewery!
Interested in becoming a Sponsor for this event? Please visit Chilly Days Sponsor Information to learn more!
2022 AVFRD Election Results
The Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) held their annual elections at their December 2021 Company Meeting. The meeting was held in person and via Zoom. The following members were elected to serve the AVFRD for 2022 term: President - Josh Townsend Vice President - Sara Cuschleg Secretary [...]
Going, Going, Gone!
Thank you to the community for helping us sell out in just 9 days! We appreciate your support. All proceeds help support the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. See you next year!
It’s time to deck the halls, but follow NFPA’s simple safety tips to help keep yourself and your family and friends safer from fire.
Holiday decorations U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 790 home structure fires per year that began with decorations, excluding Christmas trees, in 2015-2019. These fires caused an annual average of one civilian fire death, 26 civilian fire injuries and $13 million in direct property damage. One in [...]
NFPA urges added caution when preparing this year’s Thanksgiving feast, as Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day for U.S. home cooking fires GalleryNFPA urges added caution when preparing this year’s Thanksgiving feast, as Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day for U.S. home cooking fires
NFPA urges added caution when preparing this year’s Thanksgiving feast, as Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day for U.S. home cooking fires
As Thanksgiving fast approaches, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is urging everyone to use added caution when celebrating the holiday, as Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day for home cooking fires. More than three times as many cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day as a typical day of [...]
Breakfast at the Firehouse
After almost 2 years, the AVFRD Pancake Breakfast is back and we are excited to see you again at the firehouse! Pre-registration and payment is required for the December 12, 2021, event so we can ensure ample seating and social distancing. Tables will have no more than 4 people [...]
Santa Claus is Coming to Ashburn!
Come on out and celebrate as Santa cruises thru the streets of Lansdowne (Dec. 3rd) and Ashburn (Dec. 4th), spreading Christmas Cheer, with the volunteers of AVFRD! Santa had so much fun seeing all the Christmas Spirit last year so he wanted to do it again. Wear your ugliest [...]
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Support AVFRD with a donation today. Your support allows AVFRD to continue providing life-saving support and services to our community!
FOUNDERS HALL
Looking for a place to hold an event, wedding, meeting or a birthday party? The AVFRD Founders Hall is available to rent for events, parties and meetings.
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