The Lake Jackson VFD held another public education and community service event this past weekend. All the Kids and parents loved to see the Fire and Rescue personnel from Lake Jackson as well as a visit from Fire Pup!

The Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department is all paws to announce we have deployed pet oxygen delivery devices on our units to better serve our community's furry little friends! To hear more and see it in action, watch this news artcle done by WJLA:  http://wj.la/GEnKxk

A mobile home was donated to Lake Jackson VFD for training. On Saturday the 17th we had several drills with the mobile home. The last drill we set it a fire and had a good time with this drill. Everything went well and everyone did a good job with this burn.

It is with great sadness that Alexandria Fire Chief Adam K. Thiel announced the death of Paramedic Joshua Weissman at 4:25pm today. While responding to a car fire on Interstate 395 near Glebe Road on the evening of February 8, Paramedic Weissman fell from the roadway, where he suffered a severe head injury. He was rescued by City of Alexandria and Arlington County Firefighters and Paramedics, with assistance from the City of Alexandria and Arlington County Police Departments and the Virginia State Police. Despite valiant efforts by the medical team at the Washington Hospital Center, Paramedic Weissman’s injuries proved to be fatal.

For more information please see the Alexandria City Fire Department webpage at: http://alexandriava.gov/fire/info/news_firedisplay.aspx?id=57228

Lake Jackson VFD Auxiliiary will be hosting another Super Bingo on Saturday March 31, 2012. Click here for more details.

The ACTS Shelter in Dumfries needs your help! The Angel Tree inside the shelter is still almost completely full and we are closing in on the holiday season quickly! The tree contains gift wishes such as fuel gift cards, pajamas, toy cars, and other misc items.
    The wonderful group at ACTS [Action in Community Through Service] has been serving the Greater Prince William Area, including the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, since 1969. Through the years, they have expanded to include a food bank which recently ran into a shortage due to the recent flooding of Holley Acres MHP. In addition to meeting the hunger needs in the community, they also include a whole-family comprehensive domestic violence prevention and intervention program.
    In addition to the recent displaced families due to flooding, they still have to support the homeless community due to the economy. Whether you can drop by to donate a few presents, wrapping paper, or food items or whether you can adopt a family- every little bit helps. If you are in the area, stop by and see if you can give or even donate time!

17866 Main Street
Dumfries, VA 22026
    (703) 221-3188

On Saturday, December 10th, Santa was able to swing by the Lake Jackson Volunteer Firehouse for an extra special visit. Friends, family, and the community were able to spend time with ole' Saint Nick and deliver their Christmas wishes. Lake Jackson would like to wish everyone a very Happy Holiday and to remember to stay safe during this festive time!

Lake Jackson VFD is a drop off for The United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots program. So please bring a new toy or toys for the children that are waiting to have a Merry Christmas.

On Monday November 28th, the Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department ran a 5 car auto accident on Dumfries Road and Lake Jackson Drive. Units arrived on scene to find one person trapped. Rescue Squad 6 completed the extrication. There were 3 patient refusals and one BLS transport in total. Units on the call: E507, K507, C516, R506, A516, M507, A518, and E506.

Viewing is Sunday 11/27 4pm - 7pm at Pierce Funeral Home on Center Street in Manassas.

Services are Monday 11/28 at 10am at Pierce Funeral Home followed by burial at Stonewall Memorial Gardens on Route 29.