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.