Albemarle County Fire Rescue (@AlbemarleFire) / X

Albemarle County Fire Rescue

2,427 posts

Albemarle County Fire Rescue

@AlbemarleFire

A unique emergency services system. Volunteer and career personnel cooperatively provide fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to the community.

Charlottesville, VA

Joined October 2015

Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 27
Chicks dig heating safety 🐥🔥 ACFR Assistant Fire Marshal Captain Cowles and Taryn Cowles from the Virginia Cooperative Extension share quick tips to keep your coop warm while reducing fire risks this winter. A little prevention goes a long way for your flock and your family!
00:00
87
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 25
ACFR joins communities across the nation in honoring the service members who gave their lives in defense of our country. As we spend time with family and friends this holiday weekend, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect and remember those who made it possible.
67
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 18
Replying to @AlbemarleFire
Albemarle County Fire Rescue would like to take this opportunity to remind the community to have working smoke alarms and know two ways out of your home. Make and practice your escape plan with resources available at albemarle.org/SafeatHome.
49
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 18
Replying to @AlbemarleFire
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Albemarle County Fire Marshal's Office, but is believed to be accidental.
47
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 18
Replying to @AlbemarleFire
A total of three townhomes sustained damage from this incident. Two displaced residents are being assisted by the Red Cross and family and friends. No other injuries have been reported.
45
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 18
Replying to @AlbemarleFire
The fire suppression apparatus arrived on scene 7 minutes later and found smoke and fire showing from the roof of the middle townhome in a unit. One adult was removed from the structure but sustained no injuries. All other occupants evacuated without injury.
65
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 18
** Information Release ** On Monday, May 18, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., career and volunteer personnel from Albemarle County Fire Rescue were dispatched to a report of a structure fire in the 100 block of Scarborough Place.
170
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 14
ACFR is hiring an EMS Instructor to help train and develop the next generation of EMS providers. If you’re a certified Virginia Paramedic with a passion for teaching and mentorship, we want to hear from you. Apply by May 30, 2026, at Albemarle.org/jobs.
83
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 14
Some collect Hot Wheels; we set ours on fire. 🔥🚗 Firefighter Zack Harpin shows how ACFR aids Fire Investigators class with live burns, teaching fire behavior, safety, and investigation skills.
00:00
191
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 8
To honor May as Mental Health Awareness Month, ACFR personnel wear green on Fridays to raise awareness in Albemarle. 💚 📞 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255) 📞 The Warmline of Virginia: 866-400-6428
70
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 7
Training Alert! 🚒 On May 7, ACFR will be conducting training exercises from 1 pm to 5 pm at Station 4 on Reas Ford Road. You may see smoke, but there is no cause for concern as this is part of our ongoing training to keep our community safe.
65
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 7
Free Car Seat Installation! 🚗 Join us for a FREE car seat installation event hosted by ACFR! Bring your car seat and get it properly installed. No sign-up needed. 📅 May 22 | 10-12 pm 📍3912 Lenox Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22901
56
Albemarle County Fire Rescue
@AlbemarleFire
May 4
Replying to @AlbemarleFire
Albemarle County Fire Rescue would like to take this opportunity to remind the community to have working smoke alarms and know two ways out of your home. Make and practice your escape plan with resources available at albemarle.org/SafeatHome.
54