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National Weather Service Alerts for Bedford County, VA
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Fire Alarm
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 17
At 5:44 PM on 06/17/2026, Company 10 responded to a fire alarm at Pointe O Woods, Huddleston. Following an investigation and gas meter test, it was determined that the alarm was triggered by an expired CO detector, and the resident was notified to replace the device. FR/CO10, FR/MP10, W10.... (Full Story)
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Electrical Hazard
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 17
At 9:39 AM, 06/17/2026, Company 10 (2nd due) responded to an electrical hazard report on Shady Rest Lane, Huddleston. Company 7 (1st due) took command, investigated, and via thermal imaging, identified sparks emanating from a hot plug. The outlet was determined to require replacement, and the homeowner was so advised. The response included units FR/CO7, CO10, FR/RIT1, FR/SQ8, FR/SQ7, FR/M14, FR/CT10, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Fall with injuries
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 15
At 11:29 PM on 06/14/2026, Company 10 responded to a dispatch call at Shangrila Ct, Huddleston, to assist with a reported fall resulting in traumatic injuries. FR/SQ7, FR/FM148, FR/U11, FR/CO10, FR/MP10, FR/A73, FR/FB114, FR/B119, FR/W10... (Full Story)
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Illegal burn
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 15
On June 14, 2026, at 3:36 PM, Company 10 (2nd due) was dispatched regarding an illegal burn located at Tolers Ferry Rd, Pittsville. Company 7 (1st due) responded to the incident, covering the call and canceling Company 10's services prior to their arrival. FR/CO7, FR/MPO, FR/CO10, FR/T7, FR/MP10.... (Full Story)
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Grill on Fire
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 13
At 3:18 PM on 06/13/2026, Company 10 (1st due) was dispatched to a grill fire on Hilltop Drive, Huddleston, which was deemed a small area threat, upon arrival the fire was found to have been extinguished by the renter and the scene was cleared following an inspection. FR/CO10, FR/CO11, FR/W10, FR/U11, FR/T10, FR/FMO... (Full Story & Photos)
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Tent Collapse with multiple injuries
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 13
On June 12, 2026, at 6:46 PM, Company 10 (2nd due) was dispatched to provide assistance to Company 8 (1st due) for a large tent collapse with multiple injuries and possible fatalities at East Lake Community Church located on Timberwood Lane in Moneta.
FR/2CO8, FR/CO10, FR/SQ8, FR/FM148, FR/M141, FR/CT10, FR/FMO, FR/HMAT, FR/SOC, FR/OPEV, FR/ADEV, FR/EM82, FR/R1, FR/MP10, FR/R13, FR/E8, FR/M132, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Fire Alarm
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 13
Company 10 responded to a fire alarm at Gross Point Drive, Huddleston on 06/12/2026 at 5:59 PM. Following an inspection, a faulty detector was identified as the cause. FR/CO10, FR/CO11, FR/MP10, FR/W10.... (Full Story)
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FF1 Class Completion
Secretary Marlene Kane, June 08
Members from Saunders Volunteer Fire Company and students from other fire departments have successfully completed the Firefighter 1 class at Southside Battalion Training Center in Moneta over the past four months. Throughout the course, students participated in a state written exam, live burn exercises, and various practical skill stations. As they await their exam results, Saunders Volunteer Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)
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