Washington County Fire Rescue provides Public Education and Fire Prevention to the assigned first due jurisdiction. We provide fire extinguisher training and CPR classes to local churches and businesses as requested. 

Keeping the public informed is a critical component of fire prevention. Through social media news releases, radio and television interviews, we ensures that the latest information is released to the appropriate target audience.

If you are a media representative in need of information, please email wcfrstation100@hotmail.com.

Burn Law

Washington County, Virginia does not issue Burn Permits.

The Virginia Department of Forestry requires that any open burning from February 15 through April 30 of each year, within 300 feet of woodland, brushland, or field containing dry grass or other combustible material leading to woodland, be done between the hours of 4PM and midnight.

Anytime that you decide to burn make sure that the weather is appropriate such as no/low winds and that you remain with the fire at all times. If the fire happens to get out of control, call 9-1-1 immediately to avoid further spread

Smoke Detector Installations

Washington County Fire Rescue is proud to be partnered with the American Red Cross to check and install smoke detectors to help keep you and your loved ones safe. To schedule for your detector to be checked please call us at 276-669-1411.

To inquire about new smoke detectors go to www.redcross.org, scan the QR Code below, or call 423-341-8471.

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