A Strong Partnership

Maps show how Fire & Rescue volunteers, career staff work together

Fire & Rescue services are delivered by both career and volunteer personnel from numerous locations across Bedford County.

From fire boats on Smith Mountain Lake to fire engines in your neighborhood, volunteer fire departments respond to your calls 365 days a year. Common fire department responses include fires, vehicle accidents, gas leaks, and more. Volunteer fire departments even assist on medical calls when needed.

The map below shows where volunteer fire resources are located. Red icons identify station locations.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is provided by both career and volunteer members positioned throughout Bedford County as well. Career ambulances provide service from stations in Bedford, Big Island, Forest, Goode, Moneta, and Stewartsville. Some of those personnel are also trained and equipped to assist on fire incidents. Bedford County volunteer rescue squads respond to EMS calls for service from nine different locations.

The map below shows where EMS services are located. Red icons show career ambulances. Blue icons show volunteer ambulances.

"Commitment, strong partnership, and great people are key to answering when our community calls," said Ab -

bey Johnston, Deputy Chief of Operations for Bedford County Department of Fire & Rescue. "If you have ever considered volunteering in your local community, there are many ways that you can get involved!"

To learn more or start the process to become a volunteer, contact the fire department or rescue squad in your area. You can find contact information at firerescue.bedfordcountyva.gov.

You can also call the Bedford County Fire & Rescue Administrative office at 540-587-0700.