WCFR report the death of one in residential fire
Warren County Fire and Rescue (WCFR) report the death of one in a November 24 fire.
Warren County Assistant Fire Chief Gerry Maiatico confirmed by phone the loss of life in a devastating fire.
On Friday morning November 24 Fire Personnel reported to the residential structure fire at 240 Blue Ridge Avenue.
On arrival Firefighters found the home fully involved and were told by neighbors there was a person inside.
The fire was so intense it took time to suppress it to enable first responders to enter.
Once inside the remains of a human were found.
Those remains have been transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office to determine cause of death and confirm the identity of the victim.
The Front Royal Police Department and Loudoun County Fire Marshal’s Office are assisting in the investigation.
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Warren County lifts burn ban; Frederick County’s still in effect
In response to the recent rain, Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services has lifted the burn ban.
Residents are still urged to use caution when performing open air burning activities and to burn only lawful materials.
Open air burning is still prohibited in the Blue Mountain and High Knob communities due to a Warren County Ordinance.
The burn ban was originally put into place the morning of November 16th in response to the extreme atmospheric and drought conditions and the additional smoke in the area from wildfires throughout Virginia and West Virginia which impacted air quality.
Frederick County is still under an open air burn ban.
This prohibits all outdoor fires like bonfires and camp fires.
This does not include barbecue grills, smokers, or any device that uses a chimney or stack.
Violations of burning regulations can result in a Class 1 Misdemeanor which carries a penalty of up to $2,500 and up to a year in jail.
Responsible parties can also be held liable for damages and costs of firefighting operations.
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Warren and Frederick counties issue open air burning ban
Warren County and Frederick County’s Departments of Fire and Rescue issued an open air burning ban.
The decision was in accordance with the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code due to the extreme atmospheric and drought conditions impacting Front Royal, Winchester, Frederick and Warren County.
No one within the county or town limits shall kindle or maintain any open burning during this time.
This includes all bonfires, ceremonial fires, camp fires and barrel fires.
The regulation does not include barbecues, grills, smokers, or any device that emits smoke through a chimney or stack.
Some safety tips mentioned to reduce the chances of fire include the proper discarding of cigarettes, avoiding grass with your vehicle so that the exhaust does not contact dry grass or leaves, and trailers using safety chains should check that they are not dragging on the ground which can create a spark.
The releases also recommend moving anything that will burn away from structures, cutting back or removing dry and dead plants around the home, and notifying the electric company if dead trees or limbs endanger electric wires.
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News Makers Todd Jones and Gerry Maiatico on their friendly Camping for Hunger competition
Scott Bradley speaks with Todd Jones and Gerry Maiatico about their friend competition between Warren County Government and Warren County Fire and Rescue for Camping for Hunger.
There is still time to make a donation for Camping for Hunger by going to one of the many drop off locations throughout town, including at the Warren County Government Offices and the fire station, as well as our main location at the Royal Plaza.
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News Makers Todd Jones and Gerry Maiatico on their friendly Camping for Hunger competition
Scott Bradley speaks with Todd Jones and Gerry Maiatico about their friend competition between Warren County Government and Warren County Fire and Rescue for Camping for Hunger.
There is still time to make a donation for Camping for Hunger by going to one of the many drop off locations throughout town, including at the Warren County Government Offices and the fire station, as well as our main location at the Royal Plaza.
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FRVFD mourns loss of Feldhauser
Warren County Fire Chief Bonzano and the entire Fire and Rescue department were saddened to announce the passing of Ronald “Hoss” Feldhauser.
Hoss was a lifetime member of the Volunteer Fire Department and served with great pride and dedication in a variety of roles.
He will be missed by the department and the community he served.
The family will receive visitors at the firehouse on North Commerce Avenue from 12-1 pm followed by a memorial service starting at 1 pm.
Memorial donations may be made in Hoss’s name to Marlow Heights Baptist church, Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department’s “Truck Fund” or the Boy Scouts of America Troop 52.
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News Maker Brian Foley on the Skywarn weather course
A valley wide Skywarn course is being offered by the Warren County Fire and Rescue and National Weather Service.
This is an attempt to prevent property damage when bad storms arrive.
We spoke with Warren County Fire and Rescue’s Deputy Emergency Coordinator Brian Foley in our latest news maker.
News makers are brought to you by Warren County Together We are Community.
Brian tells us about the course and how it teaches basic weather technology.
He also tells us that the course is free and being held Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Public Safety Building on 200 Skyline Vista Dr. Front Royal.
Brian explains where the course is held in Warren County anyone from neighboring counties is invited to the informative course.
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WCFR reminds residents to dispose ashes properly
Warren County Fire and Rescue personnel recently responded to two significant fires caused by improperly discarded fireplace and wood stove ashes.
One of the major causes of home fires is the improper disposal of fireplace ash.
Warren County Fire Chief James Bonzano reminds citizens to treat all ashes as if they are hot, and wait at least 24 hours before removing the ash.
You should never add live embers to an ash bucket or anything combustible.
Place a lid over the ash bucket to reduce oxygen from reaching live embers and keep ash buckets in a well-ventilated location as live embers can produce carbon monoxide.
Pour water over ashes in the bucket in an outdoor location and allow the bucket to sit for at least three days before disposing of the ashes.
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Multiple structure fire in Frederick County
The Frederick County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a house fire on Zion Church Road near the Warren Frederick County lines.
Warren County Fire and Rescue reports assisting in the fire.
Firefighters arrived to find multiple structures on fire with one building partially collapsed.
The fire which was reported around 4:25 a.m. Nov. 2 appears to have started in a breezeway between a mobile home and a single-family dwelling.
One person was home with no injuries being reported in the incident with firefighters battling to keep the fire from spreading to a third structure.
The firefighting efforts were hampered by water having to be shuttled in by tanker from approximately 4 miles away.
Units from at least 11 locations responded and remained on the scene for as many as 7 hours.
Approximately $35,000 in damage occurred with no injuries reported.
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WCFR respond to an accident with entrapment
A social media post from Warren County Fire and Rescue (WCFR) show an accident that occurred late Saturday night Feb. 5.
WCFR units responded to the single vehicle accident around 9 o’clock near John Marshall Highway and Freezeland Road.
A patient was trapped in the vehicle that struck a tree and sustained significant damage.
Due to the complexity of situation and the patient’s condition additional units were called.
Units from Fauquier County and Marshall joined WCFR on the call.
The patient was extracted from the vehicle and airlifted to the trauma center in about one hour time.
No other injuries were reported in the incident.
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