Welcome to the Official Website for the Hartwood Volunteer Fire Department

Today we mourn the loss of a founding Life Member, and true friend to all, Charles "Duffy" Walker. Duffy is one of many that has given a lifetime to the fire service with only one goal, to serve and protect the citizens of Stafford County. In 1966 he along side a handful of others, formed the Hartwood Volunteer Fire Department after a tragedy that struck our community. Family always came first to ... (Full Story & Photos)

If you are concerned about the Coronavirus outbreak, there are currently no confirmed cases in Virginia. However, here are some basic steps you can take to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses.

1. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. If you are sick, stay home.

2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

3. Wash your hands often with soap and water or ... (Full Story & Photos)

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Orange Volunteer Fire Department in Orange, CT.

From the Orange Volunteer Fire Department in Orange, CT.

“It is with deep regret that the Department announces the Line of Duty Death of Fire Marshal Timothy Smith.

FM Smith succumbed to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident after responding to a structure fire in Orange on Sunday, January 19th, 2020. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Our deepest condolences go out to the Newport News community and the Newport News Police Department during this difficult time. Officer Katherine Thyne was killed in the line of duty yesterday. Please keep her family, friends, and fellow officers in your thoughts and prayers.... (Full Story & Photos)

Santa wants to thank each and everyone of you for helping spread the Christmas Joy! From Santa and all of us at Hartwood Volunteer Fire Department we wish you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!... (Full Story & Photos)