You can never train too much! Our volunteers keep their skills sharp with training between calls to make sure they’re ready for any emergency. Do you want to be part of this team? See our link in bio to learn more about becoming a volunteer firefighter or administrative member with AVFRD! instagr.am/p/De64aKpx0MF/

🎃 Halloween Pancake Breakfast, THIS SUNDAY! 🥞 Pancakes 🚒 Station tours 👻 Meet the Ghostbusters 🎟️ Tickets at the door 📍 20688 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147 instagr.am/p/DeNkICXJ1Ca/

🎃 Halloween Pancake Breakfast, THIS SUNDAY! 🥞 Pancakes 🚒 Touch a Truck 👻 Meet the Ghostbusters 🎟️ Tickets at the door 📍 20688 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147 instagr.am/p/DeNiw7PJHvV/

This year’s Open House was one of best! Even with the rain. 🌧️ Over 600 people stopped by to see our station, watch firefighters demonstrations, meet a bomb sniffing dog, go through obstacle courses, and more! We are so grateful for our sponsors and volunteers who made this possible (stay tuned for an incoming thank you post). Let us know if you attended in the poll below. 👇 instagr.am/p/DeHBwpNh-7M/

We can’t wait to see you on Sunday! Bring the whole family to watch live demos, enjoy free kid friendly activities, and meet your local volunteer firefighters and EMTs! Parking and shuttle available at Cedar Lane Elementary. instagr.am/p/DeATxJFpgXG/

Firefighting runs in Sam Byrne’s family, three generations deep. But on shift two, he’s learning about pulling hose lines, like every other probie. Interested in joining our team? See our link in bio to learn more! instagr.am/p/Dd48L-kp3N1/

One week until Open House! Come to AVFRD Station 6, October 4th for our annual Open House! 🚒 Tour the station and climb aboard our vehicles 👨‍🚒 Meet the firefighters, EMTs, and volunteers who serve Ashburn 🧯Watch live firefighter and EMS demonstrations 🚑 Pick up practical fire and life safety tips— including this year’s focus on lithium-ion battery safety (e-bikes, power tools, and phone chargers) 🎉Enjoy activities for the whole family! 📆October 4, 12pm - 4 pm 🚗Parking + shuttle available at Cedar Lane instagr.am/p/DdzQZJzJcN9/

Come to AVFRD Station 6, October 4th for our annual Open House! 🧯Tour the station and climb aboard our engines & ambulances 🚑Meet the firefighters, EMTs, and volunteers who serve Ashburn 🚒Watch live firefighter and EMS demonstrations 👨‍🚒Pick up practical fire and life safety tips — including this year’s focus on lithium-ion battery safety (e-bikes, power tools, and phone chargers) 🤹Enjoy activities for the whole family 📅 October 4, 12pm - 4 pm 📍 Parking + shuttle available at Cedar Lane Elementary instagr.am/p/DdZ16FCpEvz/

Remembering FDNY’s 343. This morning our firefighters took part in the Riverside High School 9/11 Stair Climb, climbing 110 floors in honor of the FDNY members who made the ultimate sacrifice on September. 11, 2001. We will never forget. instagr.am/p/DdP1J47J9wu/

Yesterday our members and neighbors planted 2,977 American flags outside of Fire Station 6 to honor and remember each life lost on September 11, 2001. Please join us Friday at 9 AM at 43765 Ashburn Volunteer Plaza, Ashburn, VA for our remembrance service. We’d be honored to have you stand with us. instagr.am/p/Dc_iXUQFUOP/

Meet EMS Sgt. Alex Quist. She came home from college looking for a way into the medical field and found her second home at AVFRD in the process. Swipe to read her story! Visit the link in bio to learn more about volunteering with AVFRD. instagr.am/p/Dc7TF6oicfa/

Join us October 4th during Fire Prevention Week for a family-friendly afternoon at the station. Here’s what you can do: ✅ Tour the station and climb aboard our engines & ambulances ✅ Meet the firefighters, EMTs, and volunteers who serve Ashburn ✅ Watch live demonstrations ✅ Pick up practical fire and life safety tips — including this year’s focus on lithium-ion battery safety (e-bikes, power tools, and phone chargers) ✅ Enjoy activities for the whole family 📅 October 4, 12pm - 4 pm 📍 Parking + shuttle available at Cedar Lane Elementary instagr.am/p/Dc3pRhSsGki/

Please join Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department as we come together as a community to reflect on the events of September 11, 2001, and honor those we lost, the first responders who answered the call, and the resilience that has carried our nation forward ever since. The service will include: 🙏 Prayer — a time to reflect, remember, and seek peace 🔔 Ringing of the Bell — honoring each life lost and the resilience of our nation ☕ Refreshments — stay after the service for fellowship and community 📅 Friday, September 11, 2026 🕘 Begins at 9:15 AM — please arrive by 9:00 AM 📍 Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, 43765 Ashburn Volunteer Plz, Ashburn, VA 20147 instagr.am/p/DcpLdnepvNi/

Meet Firefighter/EMT Leah Vroom Between work, her family, and everything else on her plate, she still shows up for her community as a volunteer first responder. That’s the kind of person AVFRD is built on. Think you’ve got what it takes? Link in bio t… instagr.am/p/DcMmCbuiVym/

Three years running! 🎉 Digital Realty’s annual golf tournament at 1757 Golf Club has raised $117,300 and counting to support AVFRD, this is the 3rd consecutive year we’ve been the beneficiary of their generosity. Their gift helps us continue to trai… instagr.am/p/DcKNIjviWFa/

Pop Quiz: What’s the name of our fire engine at station 6? A. The Swarm B. The War Wagon C. The Route 7 Express Comment below with your answer! instagr.am/p/Db_vTUqJ95D/

Before the tones even drop, they’re already working. Our Monday crew volunteers train on pulling hose lines every shift to stay ready and keep their skills sharp. Want to join our team? See the link in our bi to learn more. instagr.am/p/DbtoYCYhNY2/

Happy 250th Birthday America! 🇺🇸 We want to wish a happy and safe Fourth of July to our community. As you celebrate this Independence Day, keep these safety tips in mind: 🎆 Sparklers burn up to 2,000°F — never let young children handle them unsupervi… instagr.am/p/DaX3QQ5irud/

It’s never too early to start recruiting! 🚒 All jokes aside, our volunteer firefighters had a great time teaching the students at @openarmsashburn about fire safety, gear, and what it means to be a firefighter. If you’d like to have AVFRD visit your s… instagr.am/p/DaGpgHhpFVc/

Every day, fathers at AVFRD volunteer their time to help make our community safer as firefighters and EMT’s. Their example teaches their own kids what it means to give back, and some of them even join AVFRD. Happy Father’s Day to the dads who serve As… instagr.am/p/DZ2PAfpyov6/