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2025 Incidents |
Jan | 78 |
Feb | 70 |
Mar | 80 |
Apr | 0 |
May | 0 |
Jun | 0 |
Jul | 0 |
Aug | 0 |
Sep | 0 |
Oct | 0 |
Nov | 0 |
Dec | 0 |
Total | 228 |
Previous Year Incidents |
2024 | 680 |
2023 | 726 |
2022 | 634 |
2021 | 641 |
2020 | 567 |
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***TODAY*** Ladies Auxiliary Hosts 3rd Annual Pancake Breakfast
Lieutenant Jay Saren, April 19
Madison Heights, VA – The Ladies Auxiliary is thrilled to announce that their 3rd Annual Pancake Breakfast is in full swing at the Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, located at 133 Amer Circle, Madison Heights, VA 24572. This community event promises a delightful morning filled with delicious food and great company.
Event Details:
Time: Serving until 12:00 PM Location: Monelison Volunteer Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Firefighters Practice Low Angle Rope Rescue
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, April 15
Madison Heights, VA – With the diverse terrain in southern Amherst County, firefighters must be prepared for any situation, including technical rescues. This evening, Captain S. Daniel, assisted by Firefighter J. Hilty, led a training session for our members on basic low angle rope rescues using various types of rigging.
During the training, firefighters learned about different rigging techniques ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Car Fire on S. Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, April 14
Madison Heights, VA – On April 14, 2025, at approximately 1:26 PM, Monelison Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to a car fire on S. Amherst Highway in Madison Heights, VA. Engine 21, Tanker 21, and Amherst Chief 1 responded promptly to the scene.
Chief 1 arrived within moments of the call and reported that the rear of the vehicle was on fire. Despite attempts to extinguish the flames with ... (Full Story & Photos)
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MVFD Announces The Passing of Former Member Viar
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department , April 04
We are deeply sorry to hear about Joey Viar’s passing. His personality truly captured the essence of the kind of person he was—a selfless and dedicated individual who found joy in being part of a team that valued him. His memory will surely live on through the kindness and service he shared. That smile on his face every day proved to be the example we all should follow. Sending our thoughts, strength ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Drone 21 Responds to Assist in Search for Toddler
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, March 29
Around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 29th, the Amherst County Sheriff's Office was notified that a toddler was in the road close to the Arbor Ct. Apartments on Rt. 163. The caller said that while they were driving, they nearly struck the child, who obviously became alarmed and fled into a wooded area. The following agencies responded: Virginia State Police, Amherst Sheriff's Department, Amherst Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Early Morning Single Vehicle Accident on S. Coolwell Rd.
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, March 25
Madison Heights, VA – On March 25, 2025, at approximately 2:20 AM, the Monelison Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a car accident on S. Coolwell Road. Engine 21 responded and upon arrival, found a single vehicle with moderate front-end damage straddling the ditch line. The vehicle had struck the embankment on the opposite side of the street, causing antifreeze to leak onto the roadway and ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Car Fire Turns into Structure Fire in Amherst, VA
Monelison Volunteer Fire Department, March 25
Amherst, VA – On March 25, 2025, at approximately 4:00 PM, the Amherst Fire Department was dispatched to a car fire on Kenmore Road. Upon arrival, Amherst County Fire and EMS personnel found the fire threatening a nearby residence. Consequently, a county-wide alert was issued, upgrading the incident to a structure fire.
The Monelison Volunteer Fire Department promptly responded with Engine 21, Tanker ... (Full Story & Photos)
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