First-Due Fire Photography

09/03/2026

" Pride Of Toano " James City - Bruton Vol. Fire Department ( James City Co. ) Tower 1 - 2019 Pierce Velocity 7010 (100' rear-mount).

09/01/2026

08/30/2026

The past couple of weeks have been incredibly peaceful, providing the perfect opportunity to dive into station documentation. I'm excited to wrap up my work at York Station 5 and gather the final pieces on firehouses 6 and 7. Once I complete that, I’ll move on to uncover the rich history of the firehouses in Newport News.

08/17/2026

The Mangohick Volunteer Fire Department had an amazing turnout for the traditional truck push-in ceremony to welcome their new aerial device! A huge thank you to the Mangohick community for inviting us to be a part of this special event—it was a joy to capture the excitement!

As soon as the truck rolled in, the team got straight to work, diving into training on their new apparatus. They had a great time brushing up on the basics of truck operations, focusing on ladders and how to throw them effectively!

08/13/2026

At 6:36 PM, emergency response teams were dispatched to address a report of a tree fallen on a vehicle, trapping an individual inside, in the York County Station 1 area. Subsequent information indicated that two trees were, in fact, on the vehicle. Upon arrival, Engine 1 encountered multiple downed trees, which hindered access to the vehicle. The initial storm had caused a significant microburst in the region, resulting in a substantial influx of storm-related emergency calls.

Chief 1, along with other senior administrative officials, promptly mobilized additional resources to effectively manage the surge in calls. Engine 1 conducted an initial assessment and determined that the situation would necessitate an extended operational response. The trees had severely compromised both the back and front seat areas, entrapping the individual beneath the steering column and dashboard. Given the size and diameter of the fallen trees, a rapid lift-and-slide extrication was deemed impractical.

Following the arrival of Battalion 1 and Chief 3, the teams engaged in coordinated efforts and requested the assistance of the Newport News Technical Team, as well as Squad 3 from the northern region of the county. Once both teams were on scene, the crews formulated a plan that involved the use of stabilization equipment (para-techs) and a mobile crane to lift the tree pinning the patient.

As operations commenced, additional storm activity ensued, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall. Nevertheless, the York County crews persisted, ensuring that the patient remained comfortable throughout the extrication process. After two hours and thirty minutes, the patient was successfully assisted out of his seat and safely placed onto a backboard. He departed the scene in a positive state of mind.

Strong work by everyone.

08/11/2026

York County Fire Department had not 1...but 2 strong lined storms come through the lower end this evening. A tech rescue call came from one of the storms, resulting in a pickup truck being crushed not by one tree but by two trees. Strong work by everyone involved, and photos will be out soon showcasing the hard work that the crews did tonight.

08/09/2026

Williamsburg Fire Crews conducting some on the air training at the Former Williamsburg Police Station. ( Captured 3 Weeks Ago )

08/07/2026

Yesterday afternoon, crews from the James City County Fire Department in District 5 were alerted to a structure fire involving a recreational vehicle (RV). Engine 51 arrived on the scene to find a van-type RV fully engulfed in flames. Due to limited water supply, the James City-Bruton Volunteer Fire Department's Tanker 1 was called in to shuttle water from a hydrant down the road. However, it was cleared shortly after the fire was brought under control. Great job by all involved!

08/06/2026

Strong work by the James City County Fire Department for a fast fire knock on a fully involved Class B RV camper van. Photos will be posted shortly.