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Timberville Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. |
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P.O. Box 101, 217 S. Main St., Timberville, Virginia 22853 |
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The Timberville Fire Department was formed in 1948 and has provided more that 60 years of continuous volunteer service. We are the only true volunteer Fire Company in Rockingham County providing service for this length of time. The employers in our area who allow the firefighters to respond to emergencies have made this accomplishment possible. The department provides emergency services to over 55 square miles and a approximite population of 5500 people. The Fire Department serves the Town of Timberville and surrounding Rockingham and Shenandoah Counties. There are 35 active members including 12 life members each serving more than 25 years. The Fire Department has been assisting the squad with First Responder service for 16 years and is certified by the State of Virginia to provide this service. The Department also works closely with the Broadway Volunteer Fire Department and New Market Volunteer Fire Department on emergency calls and training. A response to a structure fire, as well as other types of fire calls, will involve either or both departments to ensure adequate manpower and equipment to control the situation. The fire station houses 2 fire engines, 2 1500 gallon tankers, a 4 wheel drive brush truck, a first responder vehicle and a utility van. The station also has offices, a training room, lounge and kitchen. The Department also conducts an annual lawn party on Hollar Circle usually in the first full week of June, which is the major fund raising activity. Chicken and beef barbecues throughout the rest of the year are other fund raising activities. During Fire Prevention Month in October, the department mails letters to the citizens in our service area requesting donations. These donations, along with fund raising and funding from Rockingham County, the Town of Timberville and the State of Virginia, provide the necessary income for operating and updating equipment and supplies.
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