MVC Vehicle Vs Pole on Courthouse Hwy.

December 26th 2006 - SVFD responded to a report of a vehicle accident with injuries in the 14000 block of Courthouse Hwy. Engine 52 (J. Stallings) arrived to find one vehicle that had struck a utility pole. There were no occupants inside the vehicle. The Utility pole sustained moderate damage enough that REA was called to the scene to start repairs. No one was injured in this accident.


 

Truck 51 Returns to Service

December 10th 2006 - The "Big Dawg" had been out of service for over two weeks waiting on parts and repairs. Truck 51 returned home this evening and was quickly returned to service after having a main outrigger cylinder replaced and preventive maintenance performed by AerialScope of Richmond, VA.

Merry Christmas from the SVFD

December 10th 2006 - SVFD members finished holiday decorations on the 50 House this evening and it just wouldn't be right if we didn't share the holiday lights with our website visitors as well.

Merry Christmas...

From our family to yours!

From the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department


 

Virginia Wright Passes

December 10th 2006 - Station 50 received word today that Virginia Wright died early this morning of natural causes. Virginia was the first dispatcher for the Town of Smithfield when the department first started radio dispatching. Her service to the citizens of the Town of Smithfield and Isle of Wight County will never be forgotten. She was the wife of SVFD Member "Bear" Wright and mother of SVFD Life Member Bobby Wright.

Visitation will be Monday December 11th 2006 at
 7:00PM at the Trinity United Methodist
Church Activity Center in Smithfield,VA

Funeral Services will be conducted at St. Lukes Church (Smithfield, VA) on Tuesday, December 12th 2006 at 11:00AM
 

Fatal Accident on Benn's Church Blvd.

December 7th 2006 - The SVFD responded to a report of a vehicle accident with injuries on Benn's Church Blvd. 502 (Asst. Chief Barlow) assumed command. Engine 52 arrived to find two vehicles on their sides, SUV vs. car. The driver of the SUV (Vehicle #1) was quickly extricated by Rescue 51. The driver of the car (Vehicle #2) was found in serious condition. Engine 52 performed the extrication of Vehicle #2 and Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance was dispatched to the scene. Landing zone OPs were established by 509 (Savage). Crews from Station 60 (IOWVRS) and Nightingale worked to stabilize the driver of the car, but the driver died due to the extent of the injuries sustained in the collision. CVFD Rescue 10 also responded.
 

Two MVCs and a Structure Fire make a Busy Evening

December 1st 2006 - Friday night was busy for the 50 house. First, an accident on Scott's Factory Road that was quickly handled by Engine 52 and Rescue 51. Then another accident on Battery Park Rd. at Gatling Pointe Pkwy with entrapment. A quick door pop by Rescue 51 allowed IOWVRS to transport two patients. Finally, a structure fire in the Wellington States Subdivision that was caused by electrical wiring, that was handled by E52, R51 & Support50.

Electrical Problems Displaces 2 Families

November 26th 2006 - Station 50 was dispatched to a possible structure fire in the 300 block of Church Street, in the Town's historic district. Engine 52, Rescue 51 and Engine 53 responded along with Car 51 (Chief Chapman). Engine 52 arrived on scene first to find a two story balloon frame with nothing showing. Upon further investigation, the crew of E52 determined the cause to be electrical in nature and Dominion Power was called to the scene to secure power to the building. Two families were displaced.
 

Mini Van Crashes, Two Trapped, One Fatal

November 23rd 2006 - An accident in Surry County early Thanksgiving morning called out a special assignment for the crew of Rescue51 and the SVFD. A mini van with three occupants drove into a section of washed out road and dropped 15 feet down into a ravine created by storm damage. Surry Volunteer Fire Department and Rushmere Volunteer Fire Department responded to the accident and special requested Rescue51 to assist with the extrication. One passenger was fatally injured in the crash and another was critically injured. The driver sustained minor injuries.

Click Here to watch Wavy TV-10 Coverage

Vehicle Fire Benn's Church Blvd at Southern Foods

November 20th 2006 - Station 50 responded to a report of a vehicle fire on Benn's Church Blvd. at Southern Gas Station. Car51 (Chief Chapman) arrived on scene to find a car well involved next to an exposure. Engine 52 (D. West) arrived on scene and put a quick stop to the fire. No one was injured during this incident.

(BROADBAND) Click Here to watch the Video

(DIAL-UP) Click Here to watch the Video
 

Field Trip to the 50 House

November 20th 2006 - First thing this morning the 50 House had a few special guests drop by the station. FF Dave Harper gave a presentation on fire safety and handed out fire helmets to the kids.

MVC S. Church Street @ Hardee's

November 18th 2006 - The 50 house was banged out for a report of a MVC with injuries in the 1500 block of S. Church St. While enroute to the scene, dispatch advised that one vehicle had overturned numerous times and a victim was laying in the street. Nightingale was placed on standby but was quickly called off by the responding personnel on Medic 63. Engine 52 handled hazard clean up. Units on scene: Support 50 (J. Stallings) Car 51 (Chief Chapman) Engine 52 (W. Britt) Medic 63 (IOWVRS) and Smithfield PD.

MVC Route 10 and Cypress Run Dr.

November 17th 2006 - Engine 52 responded to a report of a MVC with unknown injuries. Engine 52 (J. Stallings) arrived on scene to find a tractor trailer and a compact car involved in a rear end collision. The driver of the car was transported to the hospital. Engine 52 handled hazards. Medic 63 (IOWVRS) handled patient care.

Suspicious Vehicle Fire on Bowling Green Rd.

November 8th 2006 - The SVFD responded to a report of a vehicle fire in the area of Bowling Green Rd. 501A (Chief Stallings) arrived on scene to find one vehicle, 700 feet off of the roadway in a cotton field, fully involved. Brush 51 was special assigned to this call to gain access to the vehicle and Engine 52 established water supply. The cause is under investigation at this time. Anyone with information please contact the Isle of Wight Sheriff's Department at (757) 357-2151.
 

Photo Shoot with "Maude" and Rescue

November 7th 2006 - The photos just came in today for last week's photo shoot with "Maude", our 1938 Ford/Oren engine, and special guest Rescue the Dalmatian. SVFD member Kent Johnson setup the photo shoot and got some great photos of the first motorized piece of fire apparatus in Isle of Wight County. Maude is still used for parades today. This is just a little piece of the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department's rich history.

Structure Fire on South End Brings Engine 52 to Windsor

November 5th 2006 - A large house fire in Carrsville called in multiple companies from Isle of Wight County, the City of Franklin, Hunterdale & Sedley. The fire started in the garage which was attached to the house. Heavy fire was showing from the attic of the house and quick knockdown was achieved by the veteran crew from Station 20. Engine 52 was called to backfill the Windsor fire district.

Accident Shuts Down Route 10 for Over an Hour

November 4th 2006 - The SVFD responded to a two vehicle accident with entrapment on Route 10 in Rushmere that tied up traffic on the main artery for over an hour. Two people were injured in this accident with one air transported to Norfolk General Hospital. Units Responding: E32, E31 (RVFD) E52, R51 (SVFD) S10 (CVFD) M63, Z60 (IOWVRS)

Engine 52 Brings Home the Gold

November 3rd 2006 - Members from the 50 House were present at the 2006 Urbanna Oyster Festival and Fireman's Parade this past Friday night. Engine 52 was entered in Best Appearing 1250GPM and over and won the first place trophy for this category.

MAZE TO HAVE EXTENDED NIGHT ON NOV 4th
from 6PM - 11PM!!!

October 29th 2006 - Due to the majority of our scheduled nights being cancelled by circumstances beyond our control, the SVFD has decided that we will have an extended season this year with the final night of the maze to be Nov 4th. Please note the extended hours for this night: 6PM - 11PM.

CORN MAZE RAINED OUT AGAIN, EXTENDED WEEKEND POSSIBLE

October 28th 2006 - The maze has once again fell victim to the wrath of mother nature. Two inches of rain have once again flooded the field shutting down the maze for the weekend. Right now there is a consideration that the maze will be extended one final weekend. Check the Haunted Corn Maze Information Page to see what happens.

Entrapment on Stallings Creek Drive

October 24th 2006 - The 50 house responded to a report of a vehicle accident with entrapment on Stallings Creek Drive shortly after 0630 this morning. Engine 52 (J. Stallings) arrived to find one vehicle overturned. Engine 52 and Rescue 51 responded, par 7. Injuries were minor.

CORN MAZE FINALLY OPENS, BEST ATTENDANCE NIGHT EVER

October 21st 2006 - Three Washed out nights, eighteen inches of rain, and hours of cleanup finally paid off as SVFD members kicked off the SVFD Haunted Corn Maze. Three hundred tickets were sold raising over $2,000 and numerous guests commented that this is definitely a must see event for everyone. The maze will be open the weekend of the 27th and HALLOWEEN NIGHT.

CLICK HERE FOR THE HAUNTED CORN MAZE INFORMATION PAGE

SVFD HAUNTED CORN MAZE WILL BE OPEN OCT 21st @ 7PM!!!

October 19th 2006 - After a washed out opening weekend last week, the 50 House will be kicking off the Second Annual Haunted Corn Maze Fundraiser this Saturday, OCTOBER 21st at 7PM!!!

TICKETS ONLY $7!!!

CLICK HERE FOR A MAP TO DARDEN'S COUNTRY STORE & The SVFD Haunted Corn Maze

Former Virginia Governor's Wife Visits 50 House

October 14th 2006 - There was a lot to do and see in Smithfield today. The Town & Country Day started off with the downtown Farmer's Market where we were invited to bring an engine and we promoted our Haunted Corn Maze Fundraiser and did Fire Prevention. There was also a car show over at Smithfield High School where we took "Maude" and showed her off to the public. When we returned to the station a special guest showed up and it was no other than Susan Allen, wife of George Allen, Former Governor of Virginia. We were pleased to have Mrs. Allen stop by.

 



Susan Allen (Center) Stops By 50 House

MVC on the Bypass Sends One of Our Own to Hospital

October 14th 2006 - Station 50 responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident at Route 10 and US 258. Engine 52 arrived on scene to find two vehicles involved with moderate damage, no injuries. FF Cory Little was attempting to secure the electrical system on a truck that was involved in the accident when he was shocked by the vehicle's battery. He was treated and released from Obici Hospital and will be returning to duty tomorrow. 

Morning MVC on the Bypass

October 12th 2006 - Station 50 was banged out for an accident with injuries located on Route 10 at Berry Hill Rd. Engine 52 arrived on scene of a two vehicle MVC with two patients injured. Rescue 51 handled hazards while E52 handled patient care until IOWVRS Medic 61 arrived. First responding on this accident was Chief Liebold of the Newport News Fire Department.

23 Rescued by 50 House when Nor'easter Wrecks Havoc on
Isle of Wight County

October 7th 2006 - It all started around 0730 this morning with a report of a house that was flooded on Great Springs Road. This turned into a major incident and twelve people were rescued from multiple houses at this scene. Some residents were rescued from their second story windows. During this rescue operation, Station 10 (Carrollton VFD) responded to a lightning strike to a residence in the Moonefield subdivision of town. While these two incidents were being mitigated, we received word that there was flooding with people trapped on Commerce Street by the Pagan River. Seven people and two animals were rescued at these townhouses. Another report of flooding with people trapped at Stallings Creek. Three people and one animal were rescued there. There were reports of propane tanks floating down streets, venting gas. We even had caskets unearthed and stuck in trees that were recovered by 50 house personnel. (Yes... I said caskets) During the height of the flooding Station 50 was called out to rescue a woman in labor who turned out to be no other than the wife of Brian Carroll, Captain of Station 60. (Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad) We are pleased to announce the birth of Susan and Brian's happy and healthy daughter. (Congratulations!!!) Even the US Coast Guard was called in and SVFD FireFighter Doug Darden was tasked with flying with the helicopter crew to perform an aerial survey of the county. While he was airborne in "Air 50" they initiated a rescue on Jonestown Road where a man was stranded with his vehicle in rising flood waters. The Chesapeake Fire Department provided one of their "high water" trucks (Truck 15) to assist and the VMRC made their resources available to the department. The local news channels reported 12 inches of rain, but residents in the area reported as much as 16 inches in some locations. Except for a fire alarm activation at Westside Elementary School, there wasn't anything routine about today. WAVY TV 10 NEWS COVERAGE

Structure Fire - Church Manor Apartments

October 4th 2006 - Station 50 responded to a report of structure fire reported at 513 Main Street Apt E4. Units marked on scene with a two story multi-family dwelling, smoke showing from the second floor. Crews quickly went to work and found the source of the fire to be food on the stove. No injuries were reported at this incident. SVFD Engine 52, Truck 51, Rescue 51, Engine 53 and Car 51 responded. Station 10 (Carrollton VFD) was dispatched and responded as the second due company.

SVFD Haunted Corn Maze to Open Saturday the 21st

October 3rd 2006 - It's been a quiet few days around here, so I'll take this opportunity to let everyone know that our 2nd annual SVFD HAUNTED CORN MAZE will open on Saturday the 21st.

BUT WHAT IS THE SVFD HAUNTED CORN MAZE???

A seven acre corn field that has a maze cut through it and starting
Saturday, October 21st, and running every Friday and Saturday Night
from 7-11PM the 50 House will be taking over the Maze.

The best way to describe it, "It's a Haunted House in a cornfield."

We had over 1,000 visitors last year and this year is 3 TIMES LARGER!!!

Tickets are ONLY $7 and proceeds benefit the SVFD.
OPEN HALLOWEEN NIGHT!!!

HELP US GET THE WORD OUT!!! DOWNLOAD, PRINT & POST
THE 2006 SVFD HAUNTED CORN MAZE FLYER

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

SmithfieldVFD.com reaches 10,000 Hits

October 1st 2006 - In just six short months, SmithfieldVFD.com has reached 10,000 hits!!! The website has been featured on www.VAFIRENEWS.com and we have received hits from around the world. Thank you to everyone for checking us out and keep comming back for more up-to-date content from the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department.

-- Clay