Loudoun fire companies hold October Fire Prevention Events

The Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System will mark October as Fire Prevention Month in partnership with the National Fire Protection Association. This year’s campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” focuses on how to safely buy, charge, and recycle lithium-ion batteries to prevent household fires.

Throughout the month, volunteer fire and rescue companies across the county will host open houses with hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and safety information for all ages. LC-CFRS will also share educational resources online at loudoun.gov/kidsfiresafetycorner and on social media.

Fire Prevention Month Open House Events:

Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company: Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.,500 N. Maple Ave, Purcellville. Meet first responders, tour trucks, see equipment demos, enjoy games and refreshments.
Info: purcellvillefire.org

Leesburg Volunteer Fire Company: Saturday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., 61 Plaza St NE, Leesburg. Touch-a-truck, ladder truck rides, station tours, games, and safety demos. Parking in shopping center behind the station.
Info: leesburgfire.org

Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue: Sunday, Oct. 5, 12 – 4 p.m. 20688 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn. Station tours, ladder challenge, CPR demos, and family activities. Parking at Cedar Lane Elementary with shuttle service.
Info: ashburnfirerescue.org

Lucketts Volunteer Fire Company: Sunday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 42429 Lucketts Rd, Leesburg. Touch-a-truck, station tours, fire safety demos, and refreshments.
Info: luckettvfc.org

Sterling Volunteer Fire Company: Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 104 Commerce St, Sterling. Open house follows morning parade. Fire safety demos, gear displays, vehicle extrication, and bounce house.
Info: sterlingfire.org

Lovettsville Volunteer Fire & Rescue: Sunday, Oct. 12, 12 – 4 p.m. 12889 Berlin Turnpike, Lovettsville. Live demonstrations, equipment displays, AirCare helicopter visit, and family-friendly activities.
Info: lovettsvillefr.org

Arcola Volunteer Fire Department: Sunday, Oct. 12, 1 – 4 p.m. 23675 Belmont Ridge Rd, Brambleton. Truck rides, safety games, AirCare visit, and more.
Info: arcolavfd.org

Child Safety Day & Halloween Monster Mash: Saturday, Oct. 25, 1 – 5 p.m. Villages of Leesburg. Live demos, equipment displays, and meet local first responders.
Info: villageatleesburg.com

For more information on fire prevention and safety, visit loudoun.gov/kidsfiresafetycorner or follow LC-CFRS on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Nextdoor.