VRFA BLOG

Read about current VRFA events, incidents and announcements.

Valley Regional Fire Authority's regional food truck inspection program.

NEW Regional Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle Inspection Program

CALLING ALL FOOD TRUCKS! WE HAVE SOME EXCITING NEWS! On June 1, we introduced a NEW Regional Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle Fire Inspection Program. This program intends to standardize fire inspections for food trucks and establish a program where…

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Valley Regional Fire Authority's wildland urban interface home project of the week focuses on fire prevention and rescue efforts.

Wildland Urban Interface Home Project – Week 5

It is week 5 of our Wildland Urban Interface Home Project of the Week campaign. Week 5 Project: By now, you have probably had to cut your lawn at least once, if not more. As the weather gets warmer and drier, try to keep your lawn hydrated. If it…

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Aaron Martin, the 2020 firefighter of the year, is recognized for his outstanding service in the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

Aaron Martin is the VRFA 2020 Firefighter of the Year

Each year the VRFA recognizes a Firefighter and Fire Officer of the Year, plus awards a member who exemplifies one of the organization’s core values: selfless service, integrity, and grit. Recipients are chosen by their co-workers. Firefighter Aaron…

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2020 fire officer of the year - Valley Regional Fire Authority battalion chief Bill Mack.

Battalion Chief Bill Mack is the VRFA 2020 Fire Officer of the Year

Each year the VRFA recognizes a Firefighter and Fire Officer of the Year, plus awards a member who exemplifies one of the organization’s core values: selfless service, integrity, and grit. Recipients are chosen by their co-workers. Battalion Chief…

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Jeremy Eliott, a dedicated firefighter, receives the 2020 VFA Grit Award for his exceptional service and rescue efforts.

Firefighter Jeremy Elliott Chosen for 2020 VRFA Grit Award

Each year the VRFA recognizes a Firefighter and Fire Officer of the Year, plus awards a member who exemplifies one of the organization’s core values: selfless service, integrity, and grit. Recipients are chosen by their co-workers.  This week we…

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Home project of the week campaign organized by Valley Regional Fire Authority for promoting fire safety and rescue awareness.

Wildland Urban Interface Home Project – Week 4

We are on week 4 of our Wildland Urban Interface Home Project of the Week campaign. Hopefully you have had the opportunity to get outside and check off a few or all of the previous projects. Week 1 – Declutter Week 2 – The roof Week 3 – Prune…

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