TORNADO WARNING

A rare tornado watch was followed by a tornado warning on 28 April, 2014. The fire station was manned and pages were sent.  The most damage seems to have been received by Duffield/Rye Cove areas.  The Fort Blackmore Fire Dept was manned until an all-clear was given.  Duffield Fire and Rescue responded to storm damage and power lines down in the Rye Cove area.

6 Wheeler ATV

A new vehicle was added to the Fort Blackmore Fire Department.  712 is the official number of the 2014 Polaris 6x6 ATV purchased using Scott County funding.  It will be used for brush fires and search-and-rescue.

CPR

CPR class will be held at the next training night: 17 March 2014, at 1900 hrs.  Those interested should contact Jim at 276 995 2228 or leave a message at the station: 276 995 2035. 

Fire Prevention

Fire Prevention Program was presented by members of the Fort Blackmore Fire Department in September of 2013.  Care was used to present the fire service as professional and caring.  The Instructor discussed smoke detectors and played a game with all the students about crawling through smoke.  A fully turned-out firefighter walked throughout the students assembled and shook hands to decrease the natural fear of firefighters in all their gear.  A crawl through of the trucks was also handled with care.  A final picture was taken of the fire crew and all the students in front of Truck 703 and Tanker 706.

New Officers for Another Year

New Officers 2014


Chief Eric Ross
Assistant Chief Jason Perry
1st Captain Donnie Saul
2nd Captain Jim Currier
Lieutenant Josh Williams

New Officers for 2014


Chief Eric Ross
Assistant Chief Jason Perry
1st Captain Donnie Saul
2nd Captain Jim Currier
Lieutenant Josh Williams

Scott County Firefighters Association

Meeting Dates

1930 hrs  1st Thursday of each month [unless scheduling changed]

 

2013 -  September   Fort Blackmore

            October        Duffield Sta 1

            November    Dungannon

            December    Gate City

 

2014 - January         Hilton

            February      Nickelsville

            March          Weber City

            April            Fort Blackmore

            May             Duffield Sta 1

            June             Dungannon

            July              Gate City

            August         Hilton

            September    Nickelsville

            October        Weber City

            November    Fort Blackmore

            December     Duffield Sta 1

 

 



Nominations for Line Officers 2014 on November 11, 2013

Elections December 9, 2013

In November, 2013, the election process begins all over again for the Fort Blackmore Fire Department.  Our election committee will present a slate of officers for the Department to view, at the November board meeting.  Decisions will be made and the slate of new officers will be presented during the next meeting [December 9, 2013].  Nominations will be presented in November of those wishing to run for elected line officer, with the Elections done in December.  All those wishing to run for line officer should be present at the next meeting.

CPR & AED CLASSES

 

 

CPR-AED for Adults, Children and Infants classes were conducted at Gate City First Baptist Church for 13 adults of the congregation.  Further classes will be conducted at the church by our AED Instructor.  The next class will be at the church, upstairs, on October 19th, 2013.  The start time will be 0830 hrs.

Fire Prevention 2013

705

 

Fire Prevention Program at Fort Blackmore Primary School

 

On October 15, 2013, the Fort Blackmore Fire Department gave a Fire Prevention Program at Fort Blackmore Primary School.  Grades K-through-3 were represented.  The Program consisted of a short discussion on Kitchen Fires, Smoke Detectors and CO2 Detectors, firefighter turnouts, meeting a firefighter while wearing turnouts, and a walk-through inspection of 706, 703, and 705.  Present were Chief Eric Ross, Assistant Chief Jason Perry, 1st Captain D-Ray Saul, 2nd Captain Jim Currier, and Sgt. Roger Brickey.  Thank you to the faculty and staff of Fort Blackmore Primary School, and to Principal Meade.

CPR/AED CLASSES

Fort Blackmore Fire Department provided AHA CPR Classes for 14 Scott County 911 dispatchers during January and February of 2013.  The dispatchers took part in the CPR classes during two different training days.  AHA CPR/AED is comprised of adult and child CPR and AED, including choking hazards.  Also, infant CPR with choking hazards was taught in case the dispatchers came across an infant in distress.  All the Scott County 911 dispatchers passed their tests and were awarded with CPR cards.  The classes and cards were made possible through a grant from Fort Blackmore Fire Department Chief Eric Ross.

Elections 2013

Elections 2013 were held in December, 2012.  The results for line officer are as follows:

New Line Officers for 2013

Office                                      Name                              Body Number
Chief               Eric Ross       - 700
Assist. Chief       Jason Perry     - 710 
1st Captain         Donnie Ray Saul - 755 
2nd Captain         Jim Currier     - 760/721
Lieutennant         Josh Williams   - 765

Contact: Fort Blackmore VFD
11181 Veterans Memorial HWY
Fort Blackmore VA 24250
Station:    276 995 2035
Fax:          276 995 1156
Dispatch:  276 386 9111
Web Site: www.fortblackmorefire.com
Email:  fbvfd@mounet.com


For Emergencies dial 9-1-1

Possible Buyer

Maxim Pumper 703

 

SOLD 

 

Fort Blackmore Fire Department has a possible buyer for their 1987 Maxim Pumper Truck.  Communications continues between the Department with a truck purchaser that sends fire engines to the Dominican Republic.  More information to follow.

 

Flag of the Dominican Republic





Elections for Line Officers 2012

Elections for 2012 will be held the 2nd Monday in December at 1900 hrs at Fort Blackmore Fire Department. Board members and Firefighters are urged to attend. Interested civilians in the Department's District are invited to attend.

Volunteers are always needed, no matter what their abilities or talents. Volunteer firefighters go through a 90 day period before they are voted on by the Board and general Firefighters. Training is provided through the Department towards Firefighter general knowledge, driver training and certification, first aid, CPR, AED, motor vehicle extrication basics, water supply, Engine/Tanker basic knowledge, and other topics.

Come be a volunteer with Scott County's Bravest: Duffield Fire and Rescue, Dungannon Fire Dept., Gate City Fire Dept., Hiltons Fire Dept., Nickelsville Fire Dept., Nickelsville Rescue, Weber City Fire Department, Fort Blackmore Fire Dept., and Scott Co Life Saving Crew.

 

2012 FBVFD Current Officers:

Chief Eric Ross

Assistant Chief Jason Perry

1st Capt. Donnie Ray Saul

2nd Capt. Jim Currier

LT Josh Williams

 

Contact Information:

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept

11181 Veterans Memorial HWY

Fort Blackmore VA 24250

276-995-2035

Emergencies: 911

www.fortblackmorefire.com

fbvfd@mounet.com

Fire Prevention Week

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept

The Fire Department will conduct it's annual Fire Prevention Week program to Fort Blackmore Primary School on Wednesday, 10 October, 2012.  It all starts at 2pm. The Program will consist of : [time permitting]
1.  Introduction to the program and Thank You to Dr. Johnson, Principal
2.  Introduction of Firefighters to students
3.  Discussion of Theme: "Have 2 Ways Out"
4.  Question:  "How many ways should you know to get out of a room in your house 
     filled with smoke?"
5.  Check List of Topics to cover briefly with students:
     a.  smoke alarms
     b. home fire escape plan
     c. two ways out of every room
     d. family fire drill 2x's a year
     e. know how to call 9-1-1
     f. "get out and stay out"
6.  Fast Facts
     a.  half of all home fires are started by children five years old or younger
     b.  2 out of 5 home fires start in a bedroom
     c.  matches and lighters are for adults only
7.  Activity:  Smoke Blanket Relay
8.  Activity: Meet a Firefighter in full turn out gear, shake his hand, don't be afraid
9.  Truck Crawl Through outside the school
10.  Thank you for your participation; fire prevention materials will be given out to
       students at their classroom
11.  Conclusion and return to classroom

CANDY STAND-BY 31 OCT 2012

Pierce Fire Trucks, 2001

Candy Stand-by 2012

Candy Stand-by this year may not be on 31st October.  This traditional day lands on Wednesday.  Candy Stand-By may occur on Saturday, 27th October, so as not to conflict with a school night.  Firefighters will meet at Fort Blackmore Fire Dept around 1600 and hand out candy until it's gone or there are no more children coming into the station.  Children from Fort Blackmore Primary School and Dungannon Intermediate School and Head Start are welcome to come by the station at 11181 Veterans Memorial HWY in Fort Blackmore, at the intersection of Fire Drive and Veterans Memorial HWY.  Please be sure to bring a smile.  Firefighters are asked to assemble around 1600 to bag candy and make the station presentable.  See you then.

Devil's Fork Search and Rescue 23-24SEP2012

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept. and Duffield Fire & Rescue participated in Search and Rescue operations in the Devil's Fork Area of north-western Scott Co, VA. Members from both departments conducted command center and ground search for 3 missing teen-agers.  On the 23rd and 24th of September, 2012, members participated with Scott County Sheriff's Department and Virginia State Police to locate the subjects in the Three Forks region of the National Forest.  Med Flight 2 was employed twice to help pinpoint the location of the missing.  A Total of 7 teams were deployed, with the final two teams in search mode, on foot and ATV, at approximately 0200 on Monday morning.  The missing teenagers returned to command staging at exactly 0700. Incident Commmand secured at that time.  Fort Blackmore Fire wishes to thank all those who participated.

For Sale

1986 Maxim 6-man Cab Detroit Diesel Pumper -

for Sale



 

Contact Fort Blackmore Fire Department for pricing.

276-995-2035 Station

276-995-1156 Fax

fbvfd@mounet.com

www.fortblackmorefire.com

 

Fire Department Schedule - 2012

Fort Blackmore Fire Department's Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 1900 hrs.  All Scott County residents are encouraged to attend.  The Training Division meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month, at 1900 hrs.  Those wishing to join the deparment are asked to come by the station during the posted times above.  We desire that all residents of Fort Blackmore check out their Fire Deparment and are asked to submit applications for membership to the line officers.  You can also leave a message at 995-2035 or email us at fbvfd@mounet.com

Association News

Fire Departments of Scott County : Association Schedule
All Times 1930 hrs



06 September 2012   - Dungannon
04 October 2012       - Gate City
01 November 2012   - Hiltons
06 December 2012   - Nickelsville
03 January 2013       - Weber City
07 February 2013     - Fort Blackmore
07 March 2013         - Duffield Station Nr 1
04 April 2013           - Dungannon
02 May 2013            - Gate City
06 June 2013            - Hiltons
04 July 2013             - Nickelsville [Date TBA]
01 August 2013        - Weber City Station Nr 1
05 September 2013  -  Fort Blackmore
03 October 2013      - Duffield Station Nr 1
07 November 2013  - Dungannon
05 December 2013  - Gate City

703 - 2010 4-Guys Engine 1251 GPM - 1000 Gallon Pumper

703 entered the livery of Fort Blackmore Fire Department last year, 2011.  She is a fully equipped class 'a' pumper built by 4-Guys Fire Trucks of Pennsylvania.  She has been baptized in fire and performed as expected. 

First Responder Goes by the Way-Side

Fort Blackmore Fire Department had a first responder vehicle and EMT's to man the fire deparment.  When our EMS ticket ran out, we had no OMD.  Our OMD did not have his VA EMS OMD certificate.  Therefore, we were waiting for the Doctor to recertify.  During that interlude, we got another OMD to sign for us, but our time period had run out.  Therefore, VA EMS for South Western Virginia decided to drop us from our certificate.  Also, manpower became slim and far between.  Our heart was there, but the timing was all bad.

New Pumper Expected

Our new 1st due pumper, 703, is expected to be ready from 4-Guys Fire Trucks, in PA, around the 16th of August, 2011. It has an International chassis, and equipment box made by 4-Guys. Department members went to PA recently to do the punch list, noticing some things that needed to be addressed.

First Responder Update

We are in the process of renewing our agency paperwork through VAEMS. We have created a new update for our OMD, informing him of the changes we have made to our First Responder program and training that we hope to accomplish. We have also gotten most of our mutual aid sheets signed by the 3 other rescue squads in Scott Co., VA. Our First Responder-711 has been restocked and cleaned and is ready for inspection. We need to get our OMD to sign off on us and get our inspection done. Hopefully, this will be accomplished in the next few weeks.

Any people out there who wish to join us should call the Department and leave a message: 276-995-2035 or email us at fbvfd@mounet.com . EMTs and First Responders will be welcome, if they live within our Fire District, and others will be considered. Drivers and EMT/FR's must get their EVOC training, or already be certified by another Department within Scott County. A background check through VSP will also be done.

Resting

Assistant Chief Jason Perry

Clinchport Hot House Training

Logo - Shirt patches 2002

Chief Carter created this shirt patch to be issued to all new members, and to be worn proudly on their dress shirts. Created and customized in 2002.

FBVFD - Original Logo - 1992

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept

Original Logo

Created from a Kindergarten coloring book,

borrowed from Dungannon Intermediate School

Logo found on the original truck 701, and on 702, 703, and 704

Moto: "Integrity, Service, Community"

702 - Utility Van - Retired

Originally used to carry Darley Skid Unit

Replaced by 707

Hot House Training 2007

FBVFD Training

Clinchport Hot House

701

Engine 701 Retired

1986 Maxim Custom 6-man Pumper
1000 gpm Hale pump, 750 gallon
Orignally belonged to Long Creek FD, TN
First Due Pumper
Sold to Dominican Republic Fire Depts

711

1992 Ford E350 Ambulance - For Sale

Non-Transport First Responder
Agency Nr 1256
Fort Blackmore Fire Dept
Contact Chief Eric Ross 276 995 2035 or email fbvfd@mounet.com

709

Engine 709 - Retired

1975 Hahn Pumper-Tanker

Hale 750 gpm 1000 gallon

Given to another Volunteer FD in Virginia.

704

First Due Pumper - 704 - Retired

GMC 537ci 5-speed gasoline

750 gallon, 750 gpm

Inherited from Colts Neck NJ Fire Dept

707

Utility Vehicle - 707 - Retired

Former First Responder

Now used primarily as personnel/equipment mover

1992 Chevrolet Ambulance

705

Brush 705 - Purchased in 2000

• 1992 Ford F350 Flatbed-dump
• Darley Slide-in Pump
• 250 gallon poly tank
• Brush gear includes blowers, saws, rakes

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept.

706

Tanker 706

1800 gallon eliptical tanker
500 gpm pto pump
Cummins 330
Allison Transmission
Purchased Sept. 2001

Fort Blackmore Fire Department

VA Dept of Fire Programs - EVOC Class

Those Firefighters interested in an Emergency Vehicle Operators Class through VDFP should contact the Chief at Fort Blackmore Fire Department 276-995-2035 and leave your name and phone number and organization.You can also email the Chief at fbvfd@mounet.com

Helicopter Crash

Remember in your prayers members of the Armed Forces who were in a helicopter crash in Virginia Beach. It is believed that a young man from our area was in that crash, but is safe and well. "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength and mount up with wings as eagles." Pray also for the Army families at Fort Hood, TX. , and all the service men and women in combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Pray for our President, to make the right decisions, and to do the right thing. [Chaplain Jim]

Seasonal Flu and 'Swine' Flu

Seasonal Flu shots were available for all responders in Scott County on 10Nov09 between 1300-and-1800 hrs. Many responders [firefighters, EMTs, police, deputies, and medical workers] took advantage of this offer. The shots were available at the Scott Co Dept of Health building below the 911 center. The Swine, or H1N1, Flu shot/spray will be available for responders when a sufficient supply is obtained. Contact SCDH for more information.

All Firefighters should consider getting their flu shots, since they are often called upon to help the public in their moments of need.

Santa Train

2000

Santa Train is set to run through Fort Blackmore on 21Nov09 about 10:00am-11:00am. Everyone try to be civil to each other, and remember why we have Christmas. Christmas represents the birth of the Lord Jesus who came to earth as a child, who became a man, Who came to take away the sins of the world. Those that believe that He is the risen Savior, and confess their sins to God, will meet Him in the air not too long from now. Everyone come out and have fun at the Santa Train. And bring some Good Will. [Chaplain Jim]

Scott Co Firefighter Association

Upcoming SCFA meetings: [Assocation meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 1930 hrs [7:30pm] on a rotating site basis]

December 2009.....Weber City Fire Dept.
January 2010.......Fort Blackmore Fire Dept.
February 2010......Duffield F&R Sta. 1
March 2010..........Dungannon Fire Dept.
April 2010............Gate City Fire Dept.
May 2010.............Hiltons Fire Dept.
June 2010............Nickelsville Fire Dept.
July 2010............Weber City Fire Dept.
August 2010.........Fort Blackmore Fire Dept.
September 2010....Duffield F&R Sta. 1
October 2010........Dungannon Fire Dept.
November 2010....Gate City Fire Dept.
December 2010.....Hiltons Fire Dept.

First Responders Needed at Fort Blackmore

Volunteer EMS-First Responders and EMTs are needed at Fort Blackmore Fire Department. Training provided through VA Dept of Emergency Services. Certification involves 40 hrs+ of classroom and practical training. CPR-AED training is covered first. A written test is given followed by Practicals. Practicals for First Responders include CPR/AED and Trauma. First Responder candidates will be sent to class, usually at MECC in Big Stone Gap, VA. Or, Volunteer Firefighters can also opt for the EMT class, and be certified in Virginia as an Emergency Medical Technician. These EMT classes are often taught at Scott Co Life Saving Crew in Gate City.

Our Department runs a non-transport ambulance fully equipped to Virginia Dept of Health and VDES standards. Volunteers are needed to help respond to trauma and medical calls within the Fort Blackmore Fire District.

Please Volunteer today. You must be 18 years of age or older, hold a current VA driver's licence, and have a good background check through the Virginia State Police.

Contact the Chief at 276-995-2035 and leave a message. Or you can email us at fbvfd@mounet.com . We also hold board meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month at 1900 [7pm] . Our address is 11181 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Fort Blackmore.

Elections

Elections for 2010 will be held the 2nd Monday in December at 1900 hrs at Fort Blackmore Fire Department. Board members and Firefighters are urged to attend. Interested civilians in the Department's District are invited to attend. Volunteers are always needed, no matter what their abilities or talents. Volunteer firefighters go through a 90 day period before they are voted on by the Board and general Firefighters. Training is provided through the Department towards Firefighter general knowledge, driver training and certification, first aid, CPR, AED, motor vehicle extrication basics, water supply, Engine/Tanker basic knowledge, and other topics.

Come be a volunteer with Scott County's Bravest: Duffield Fire and Rescue, Dungannon Fire Dept., Gate City Fire Dept., Hiltons Fire Dept., Nickelsville Fire Dept., Nickelsville Rescue, Weber City Fire Department, Fort Blackmore Fire Dept., and Scott Co Life Saving Crew.

Christmas Party and Parades

Christmas Dinner:
The Annual Christmas Party for FBVFD will be held on the 19th of December at 1800 hours. Turkey will be deep fried and a spiral ham will be consumed, also!! If you wish to be part of the 'chinese' christmas gift exchange, bring a wrapped gift (worth a minimum of $10.00) to be exchanged as each Firefighter/Guest draws lots.

Parades:
Gate City Christmas Parade will be 05Dec09 at {?} time. {Subject to GCHS Football Playoff picture]
Nickelsville Christmas Parade will be held : TBA
Dungannon Christmas Parade will be held 21Nov09 at 1800 hrs.

Fire Standby

FBVFD Firefighters stood by the the Station during the children's night out on 31OCT09. Firefighters from the Department handed out candy to 58 children. Last year we had less than that, but in some previous years we have had over ninety come and visit us. We hope all the children stay safe, wear their seat belts in the car, plan for emergencies with their parents/guardians, and remember their promise as Cadet Firefighters to never play with matches or lighters.

EVOC Instructor

Fort Blackmore Fire Dept now has an EVOC Instructor. Plans are to have a state EVOC class at the department. Currently, the Firefighters would be certified "lifetime" through the VDFP EVOC class certification. Fort Firefighters also supplement their driving skills with the VFIS Emergency Vehicle Driver Training program. However, it has come to our attention that once again the Virginia Department of Fire Programs may not certify the EVDT program through VFIS Insurance, causing the Deparment to make sure all of their Firefighters were certified under the Virginia Department of Fire Programs Emergency Vehicle Operators Course.

Engine 701

Engine 701 is finally paid off, thanks to the efforts of Scott Co Board of Supervisors and the citizens of Scott County, VA. We no longer owe on any vehicles.

Firefighter I

Firefighter I candiates at Fort Blackmore Fire Dept receive their certifications through ProBoards and Virginia Department of Fire Programs. Congratulations to Assist. Ch. Jason Perry and 1st Capt. Eric Ross for sticking with the plan and seeing it out to the end. Jason had a particularly hard time trying to get his certifications back from Richmond, but finally got it. The Department thanks them for their time and effort in learning basic firefighting techniqes and applying them to the real world rural fire department.

Aerial Class Held

Aerial Operator class was held at GCVFD in October. Aerial candidates learned stabilization, placement, aerial safety, and aerial maintenance. Practicals were held the last day. Scenarios included rescue from 2nd floor Middle School window, Roof work, Roof rescue. Instructors from Roanoke taught the class. Fort Blackmore sent 1 student, Gate City sent approx 5, Abingdon sent 2, Hiltons FD sent 3, Duffield sent 3, Bristol VA FD sent 4 students. [these nrs are approx.]

Nominations for Line Officer - Nov09

2010 Nominations for FBVFD Line Officers, held Nov09 meeting:
Chief
[1] Eric Ross
[2] Jim Currier
Assistant Chief
[1] Jason Perry
[2] Roger Brickey
1st Capt
[1] Eric Ross
[2] Jim Currier
2nd Capt
[1] Donnie Saul
Lieutennant
[1] Lynn Brickey
[2] ShortyWilliams
Elections to be held 2nd Monday in December, 2009 ar 1900 hrs.

2009 Line Officers

The 2009 Line Offers for Fort Blackmore Fire Dept are:
Chief . . . . . . . . . . Jim Currier
Assistant Chief . Jason Perry
1st Captain . . . . Eric Ross
2nd Captain . . . . D-Ray Saul
LT . . . . . . . . . . . . Shorty Williams
Rescue SGT . . . . Chief Officer until further notice

Fort Blackmore Fire Department Web Site

Fort Blackmore Fire Department's website can be viewed at www.fortblackmorefire.com . Information can be sent for posting on the sight at fbvfd@mounet.com .

HazMat Class

Hazardous Materials [HazMat] Class will be held in mid-March at Gate City Fire Dept. The class is still open and there are some student spots still available. It will be a 32 hr/2 weekend class built into the Firefighter I schedule. The FFI class is continuing at Duffield Primary School. Any firefighter that wishes to take the HazMat class can still sign up for it at the VA Dept of Fire Programs web site www.vafire.com .

E911 Appreciation

Christmas Gift Cards

The Christmas Gift Cards received by 911 Dispatchers was a great hit. They were very appreciative, and conveyed their pleasure to me. The 911 Dispatchers and Staff wished to thank the Association for the very kind gifts that the Scott County Firefighters Association gave to them for Christmas, 2008.

QRP Field Day

QRP Field Day is 07Feb09 SAT. This is a low-power ham radio Field Day conducted by Amature Radio men and women and kids throughout the world. Be listening for KJ4ADV Jim on 7.285 Mhz QRP SSB Calling Frequency, and 7.040 Mhz CW Call Frequency in the 40 Meter Band. He'll be trying to contact other QRPers throughout the world. If the weather doesn't get too bad he's going to try and make some contacts from High Knob, VA. 73.

VA Dept of Forestry Firefighter I at Fort

VA Dept of Forestry conducted a VDoF Firefighter I class at Fort Blackmore Fire Department on 02Feb09 at 1900. The class included Fire Behavior, Fuels, Fire Triangle, Tools, etc. A video on Fire Shelters was viewed and the Firefighters practiced deploying a Fire Shelter out between the Engine 701[a] and Tanker 706 at the Station. Thanks to 2500 who conducted the class; your effort on our behalf is much appreciated. Thanks also to the 6 Firefighters with our Department that stayed for the whole class.

Firefighter I - VDFP

Firefighter I began 30Jan09, SAT, at 0800 in Duffield. The 100+ hours of instruction will be held each SAT and SUN. The Lead Instructor is the Department Chief from GCFD. Fort Blackmore sent 2 Firefighters to attend the class, who should be graduating in April. The written test and practicals will be followed the next day with live fire instruction at the Coeburn Burn Building. Make-ups may be held, time-date-place TBA.

VA Forestry FF I - Ground Operations Class

Fort Blackmore Fire Department will have a Virginia Forestry class on 1st Monday night in February, 2009, at 1900. All members and non-members are urged to attend. The class will consist of VA DofF Firefighter I Ground Operations. It will last approximately 2-3 hours. Training in fire tent deployment and use may also be incorporated into the training, time permitting.

Fire Fighter I

Fire Fighter I through VDFP to be held at Gate City Fire Department. First meeting is the weekend of 15Jan09. Three [3] firefighters are currently signed up to participate. Approximately 100 hours of classroom and handson; class to include HazMat Awareness and Healthcare Professional CPR through AHA. Contact the Chief for further information.

Flood Warning - Tuesday 06Jan09

Flood Warning for Scott County until 0545 tomorrow morning. Standby at your residence until called upon. Stoney Creek residents may need help moving things to dry ground. Contact Chief at 995-2035 for 995-2228.

Upcoming Association Meetings

All Meetings at 1930 hrs on the first Thursday of each month:
January 15 - Duffield Station 1
February - Dungannon Fire Dept
March - Gate City Fire Dept
April - Hiltons Fire Dept
May - Nickelsville Fire Dept
June - Weber City Station 1
July - Fort Blackmore Fire Dept

CPR / AED

Thanks to those firefighters who made it through another CPR / AED recertification. Your attention to detail is appreciated. Thanks for all you do for the Department.

Association Meeting

Scott Co. Firefighters Association meeting at Fort Blackmore this Thurdsay at 1930 hrs. All FBVFD firefighters are requested to attend if possible.

Christmas Party

Plan for the annual Christmas Party for Firefighters on Saturday 20th December.

EMT Class and Recertification Class

An EMT Class will begin on 20OCT08 at 1800 at Scott Co Life Saving Crew in Gate City. Those interested should contact Assistant Chief Perry.

An EMT Recertification Weekend will begin Friday, 19Oct08 and will be held at Nickelsville Rescue Squad. Those EMT's who wish to attend this recerticiation weekend should contact Capt. Marshall with NVRS in Nickelsville. The class will contineu on Sunday daytime and finish on Monday evening.

Upcoming Association Meeting Locations

2008-2009 Scott Co Firefighters Association meeting times and locations are listed below:

All times 1930 hrs:
Oct 02 - Nickelsville Fire Department
Nov 06 - Weber City Fire Deparment
Dec 04 - Fort Blackmore Fire Department

Holmatro Tools

An inspection of the Holmatro tools will be done at 1300 on Friday, 19OCT08, by the Rural Development Coordinator from Lebanon, VA. Any Officer that is free that day should report to the hall by 1245 hrs.

CPR Recertification

A CPR REcertification will be scheduled in the near future. It is hoped that this training can be done in October. Contact the Chief Officer for more information.

Candy Stand-by

Stand-by at FBVFD 31OCT08 1600-2000

FBVFD will sponsor a candy-giveaway at the Station on the date listed above. Firefighters are urged to attend. Members are requested to be on stand-by during the week-end as it is usually a high activity slice of time. Contact a Department Officer if you cannot attend.

VDFP Meeting

The Virginia Department of Fire Programs, District IV, coordinator, Mr. Dennis Price, will be at Gate City Fire Department on Tuesday , 14OCT08, at 1900. All Departments are requested to send a respresentative.

Fire Prevention Week

Fire Preventio Week is October 7-13, 2008. The Department will be presenting a program to the Fort Blackmore Primary School on Friday, 10OCT08 at 0900. All Department members are requested to attend.

Cake Walk

Cake Walk to be held June 14th. It may be held at one of two places: Front Porch Store or Fort Blackmore Primary School. Contact the Department for information. 276-995-2035

Chief on the Move

The Chief at Fort Blackmore VFD must go to his mom's out West to help her transition to a new way of life. Her health has taken a different turn. Chief Currier will be gone until late June, '08. Assistant Chief Perry will be the contact for the Department at 276-995-2035 STATION or 276-995-1156 FAX. Chief Currier will leave contact numbers before he goes West.

A Personal Note

I would like to take this space to thank all those volunteers at Fort Blackmore Fire Department who took time out of their busy schedule to stand-by at the Station during May 10th's County-Wide Exercise. I was very proud of the way you all did that. It is unfortunate that word did not filter to the Exercise Coordinators that you were available for that Exercise. I would like to take the rest of this space to remind Scott County that there are Seven fire departments inside the county boundaries, and there are actually Four EMS Providers in our county, which includes Fort Blackmore VFD First Responders. We may be small, and we may be far out in the countryside, but our hearts are just as big, and we volunteer our time and talent just like everyone else...

CPR Class

A recertication class for CPR will be held in May. Those interested, contact the Chief or Assistant Chief.

County-Wide Full Scale Event

The Scott County Department of Emergency Management will be holding it's 2nd annual Full Scale Event in May, 2008. Those firefighters who wish to attend should contact Chief Currier or Assistant Chief Perry for further information. Others who are not participating are requested to stand-by their radio in case of a fire department incident, or at the station.

Holmatro Extrication Tools

Tools and class for new extrication equipment that will be delivered to the Department, ref USDA Grant funds, will be held 1600 on 17th April, Thursday. All firefighters are urged to attend.

Pool Fill

Plan for an 18,000 gallon pool fill in the Big Moccasin RD area, Nickelsville, on the week of 12th April, 2008. Any firefighters not working on the day of the fill are requested to participate. Actual date and time TBA.

Vehicle Extrication Class

VA Fire Programs Vehicle Extrication Class to be held at Jonesville Training Center - Lee County, on Saturday 26th April, 2008. All Firefighters are urged to attend this training.

EVOC 3

Emergency Vehicle Operators Course : to be held in Roanoke on 12-13 April, 2008. Four firefighters from FBVFD will attend, staying overnight near the city.

Holmatro Extrication Tools

Our USDA grant to receive $17,500 through USDA Rural Development was approved in 2007. Currently, we are waiting on delivery. Delivery is scheduled for 15MAY08. We are excited to recieve this grant and look forward to delivery and training. The Holmatro Extrication Tools consist of spreader, cutter, ram, and hydraulic equipment and lines. These tools will aid us in extrication of victims in motor vehicle accidents and any other fire scene that requires extrication. We are trying to be patient, but the excitement builds.

EVOC CLASS HELD AT DUFFIELD STA3

EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATORS CLASS was held at Duffield VF&D's Station 3 over the weekend of 09FEB08. The class Instructor for VA DEPT OF FIRE PROGRAMS held the classroom portion on Saturday and the driver portion in the cold and blustery Sunday of 10FEB08. Twenty-six firefighters from Hiltons VFD, Gate City VFD, Fort Blackmore VFD, Abingdon VFD, Nickelsville VFD, and Duffield VF&R participated. When the Class 3 testing was completed, the Instructors allowed the firefighters to also take their Class 1 & 2 EVOC cone course test. Firefighters that attended the class, if certified, will be able to drive Class 1,2,&3 vehicles for their Departments. At this time, this certification is a lifetime certification through the VDFP. This lifetime certification may change in the future: an additional re-cert class may be in the works for Fire Programs EVOC certified firefighters. Congratulations to all.

EVDT vs EVOC

EVDT {Emergency Vehicle Driver Training} through VFIS is no longer accepted by VA Dept of Fire Programs. Our insurance carrier is in a scramble to have this driver training course re-certified. Currently, FBVFD is in the process of getting its drivers certified through EVOC and not EVDT. For those interested in taking EVOC {Emergency Vehicle Operators Classes}, contact the Training Officer.

EVOC

EVOC 3 through the VA Dept of Fire Programs will be taught at Duffield Fire & Rescue Station 3 on Sat-Sun 9-10 FEbruary, 2008, time 0800.

FBVFD Receives USDA Rural Development Grant

Fort Blackmore VFD received $16,500 towards extrication gear. The Holmatro Extrication Equipment is being ordered as we write this. Training and shipping are including. Our end of the Grant is approximatly $5500

New Line Officers

New Line Officers were elected on the 2nd Monday in December:
Chief . . . . . . . . Jim Currier
Assist Chief . . Jason Perry
1st Captain . . Eric Ross
2nd Captain . John Harvey
Lieutenant . . D-Ray Saul
Line Officer nominations were held on the same night due
to no quorum of board members in November. Nominations
were heard from the floor, and then elections began.

Elections

Department elections will be held the 1st monday in december at 1900 hrs; there was no quorum last month, so nominations from the floor and recommendations from the election committee, including elections, will be held. Those interested in running for line officer must attend. Elections will be held; elections include Chief, Assistant Chief, 1st Captain, 2nd Captain, Lieutenant, Truck Maint., and Building Maintenance. Chaplain and Rescue Sergeant will be appointed by the Chairperson.

Please support your department by turning out for E L E C T I O N S ! !

Christmas Parade

Christmas Parade will be this Saturday, 01dec07; lineup will be at 1730 so as not to conflict with the g.c.football game ... go blue devils!!! ... parade will begin at 1900; those interested in taking a truck or riding contact an officer or call the station at 995-2035

Updated Line Officers

List of New Line Officers were given to E-911 to represent our changing rolls.
As of October 2007 these are our Line Officers {soon to be changed during elections}:

Chief Jason Perry
Assist Chief Eric Ross
1st Captain Lynn Brickey
2nd Captain Jim Currier
Lieutenant Donnie Ray Saul
Rescue Sergeant Stephanie Perry

Record Number of Calls

We are over 85 calls at this juncture. Most have been EMS related calls. For those who would like to participate more, contact the Training Officer for important information on "First Responder" and "Emergency Medical Technician" classes.

Nominations - Elections

Nominations will be held in November. Elections will be in December. Be sure to attend in December so that your vote will count. On-going training on 1st and 3rd Monday nights at 1900; maybe an extra training or two during the week for those who can make it. Contact the Training Officer for further information.

EVDT Class

The Emergency Vehicle Driver Training class was held at FBVFD in May. A 90%+ attendance rate was achieved. All current operational drivers were recertified, and three new FFs were also certified as reserve drivers. For more information on becoming a Firefighter at FBVFD, contact the station at 995-2035 and leave a message.

First Responder: Celebrates First Year On-Line

Unit 711 celebrated her 1st year on-line as Fort Blackmore VFD's First Responder vehicle. Presently, she ran approx 40+ calls in her first year of service. 711 has run everything from Patient Check to Fatalities. For more information on the First Responder or becoming a First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician, view our website at www.fortblackmorefire.com.

700 Resigns

Chief Roger Brickey resided his Chief Officer position in June of 2007. Jason Perry became the Acting Chief. Chief Perry will be Body Number 700. You may email Chief Perry for congratulations or questions.

New Line Officers for 2007

Fire Departments of Scott County

New Line Officers Nominated at FBVFD for 2007

Chief - Roger Brickey - 700
Assist. Chief - Jason Perry - 710
1st Capt. - Lynn Brickey - 755
2nd Capt. - Eric Ross - 760
Lt. - Jim Currier - 765[721]

Firefighter Classes

Fire Departments of Scott County

Training Information:

Firefighter II Class: Gate City FD, 21 Oct '06, 0800 -- 40hours

Firefighter I Class: Fort Blackmore FD, TBA -- 99hours

Fire Departments of Scott County

Fire Departments of Scott County

Training Available

Our Department training is conducted on the 1st and 3rd Monday nights of each month at 1900 [7pm]. The following is a partial list of training available in our County and in neighboring fire districts:

HazMat Ops - Wise CO - 16 SEP - 0800 - 2 full weekends
MayDay - Wise CO - 16 SEP - 0800 - 16 hours
Rural Water Supply - Scott CO - GCFD - 23-24 SEP 16 hrs
Firefighter II - Scott CO - GCFD - 21-22 OCT 40+ hrs
Regional Fire Schools - go to www.vafire.com for more info.

Also:

EMS District 9 Meeting/Picnic - Natural Tunnel State Park - hosted by Scott Co Life Saving Crew

Contact UnklJim for more info. 276-995-2035 {Station}

Fire Departments of Scott County

Fire Departments of Scott County

Fort Blackmore VFD becomes an EMS Agency for BLS Non-Transport

FBVFD Became an EMS Agency today, 06-27-06. This had been in the works since 2000. We had purchased a Chevy Ambulance {707} and had it lettered and striped for service. Then another Ambulance became available. We purchased it and equipped it for service. We went through a lot of tape to get where we are today, but we think it was worth it. Our meeting with the Southwestern Virginia EMS Coordinator went smoothly: we were able to show that the vehicle was ready to roll and that our paperwork was ready. Our Rescue Sergeant did a top knotch job of getting things ready for inspection. We went ON LINE as a Non-Transport BLS Provider for Scott County, VA, at 1530 hrs. Congratulations to the Department for a job well done, and to our Rescue Sergeant, many thanks.

Fire Departments of Scott County

FBVFD

Live-Fire Training

Saturday, 13 May,2006
0900

Fire Departments of Scott County

EVDT Class

For: Fire Departments of Scott County

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training Class to be held at the Fort Blackmore station

[1] Saturday, 22 April, 2006, 0900, Classroom**
[2] Saturday, 29 April, 2006, 0900, Behind-the-Wheel

**Change: those FF's interested in staying on SAT 22nd and taking your Driver's Proficiency Test [Behind-the-Wheel Portion] : we will take any FF's that wish to take their Behind-the-Wheel after lunch.

Fire Departments of Scott County

Fire Departments of Scott County

NFIRS class

Highlands CC Saturday 01 april, 06.
Contact Jim