Local 2068 Health & Safety
Fire fighter occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty death in the fire service.
At the 2023 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, 63% of the names added to the wall were members who had died from occupational cancer.
In partnership with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN), the IAFF has designated January as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month to provide fire fighters the necessary tools and guidance to develop life-saving protocols for cancer prevention and to support those with a cancer diagnosis within their departments.
The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱Yesterday, our members responded to a house fire in the 7900 block of Hill Stream Court in Springfield. Upon arrival, crews encountered significant fire and smoke conditions with flames spreading rapidly throughout the home. Without hesitation, our firefighters launched an aggressive fire attack to bring the fire under control while simultaneously conducting search and rescue operations to ensure all occupants had safely escaped. Once the fire was extinguished, crews remained on scene to conduct salvage and overhaul, carefully eliminating hot spots and preventing any chance of rekindling. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀:𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: Engine 435 (Pohick), Engine 441 (Crosspointe), Engine 427 (West Springfield), Engine 432 (Fairview), Engine 419 (Lorton), Engine414 (Burke), Engine 405 (Franconia)𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀: Truck 422 (Springfield), Truck 441 (Crosspointe), Tower 405 (Franconia)𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱𝘀: Rescue Squad 419 (Lorton), Rescue Squad 414 (Burke)𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Medic 435 (Pohick), Medic 422 (Springfield), Medic 414 (Burke), EMS Supervisor 405, EMS Supervisor 406, EMS Supervisor 404𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱: Battalion Chief 405, Battalion Chief 408, Safety Officer 402, Deputy Chief 402𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Light & Air 437𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: Investigator 10, Investigator 12Thank you to our regional partners from Prince William County, The City of Fairfax, and The City of Alexandria for their assistance! We are grateful for the dedication and professionalism of all our firefighters, paramedics and 911 tele-communicators.Help us keep our community safe, check your smoke alarms and have an emergency plan!📸 Credit: Wes' Sister On Fire #local2068 #faifaxcounty #FCFRD #PublicSafety ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴!Strong work by the C-Shift crews of Firehouse 404 (Herndon) as they recently visited Clearview Elementary School for a community outreach event with preschoolers!Many wonder what your firefighters and paramedics do when they’re not responding to emergencies, community education and outreach is a huge part of our commitment to the communities where we live and work. Engaging with young students helps build trust, teach fire safety, and maybe even inspire the next generation of first responders!Judging by these pictures, it looks like some future recruits are already getting a head start on their training! #local2068 #Fairfaxcounty #FCFRD #FutureFirefighters #FireSafety #IAFF ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲 Yesterday afternoon, our members responded to a house fire in the 8400 block of Briar Creek Drive in the Wakefield area. Crews arrived to find significant smoke and fire at the rear of the home. Due to wind conditions, the fire spread quickly, requiring an aggressive attack to extinguish the flames and search for occupants.As conditions worsened, all personnel were pulled from the home, and crews transitioned to a defensive attack. The fire was brought under control, and units remained on scene to extinguish hot spots and complete salvage and overhaul operations. One occupant was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and no firefighter injuries were reported, Fire investigators are working to determine the cause𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀:𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: Engine 423 (West Annandale), Engine 430 (Merrifield), Engine 414 (Burke), Engine 418 (Jefferson), Engine 408 (Annandale)𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀: Tiller 430 (Merrifield), Tower 408 (Annandale)𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱: Rescue Squad 414 (Burke)𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Medic 430 (Merrifield), Ambulance 408 (Annandale), Medic 408 (Annandale), EMS Supervisor 404, EMS Supervisor 405𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱: Battalion Chief 402, Battalion Chief 408, Safety Officer 403, Safety Officer 401, Safety Officer 402, Deputy Chief 402, Assistant Chief 443𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Light & Air 437𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: Investigator 05, Investigator 08Thank you to our regional partners from @cIAFF Local 2702 City of Fairfax Professional Firefighters and Paramedics : Engine 403, Tower 403 & Battalion Chief 443.A huge thank you to our firefighters, paramedics, and 911 telecommunicators for their dedication and hard work in bringing this incident under control! No matter the day or hour, 24/7/365, we are just a call away, always ready to serve and protect our community! #local2068 #fairfaxcounty #IAFF #FCFRD #VPFF ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝟮𝟰/𝟳 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝘆𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 **𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 are slated for elimination in the advertised FY26 budget.**Last week, a T-bone collision involving four vehicles at International Drive & Chain Bridge Rd left one occupant trapped in their car, requiring specialized extrication by a Rescue Squad.𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝟰𝟰𝟰 (𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝘂𝗻), located just 1.4 miles away (~6 min response time), was already on another call when the crash occurred. Instead, Rescue Squad 418 (Jefferson) was dispatched, 5.9 miles away (~13 min response time). Thankfully, 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝟰𝟰𝟰 (𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝘂𝗻) was able to clear their other call and respond quickly to extricate the trapped patient and allowing them to be transported them without delay.But here’s the problem:Had this crash happened after July 1, 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝟰𝟰𝟰 (𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝘂𝗻) would have been out of service overnight due to the proposed “peak hours” staffing cuts, forcing the patient to wait even longer for rescue.When every second counts, response times matter. Fairfax County must keep these essential services fully funded and staffed.#local2068 #fairfaxcounty #FCFRD #IAFF #gunstonva #lortonva #fairfaxstationva #cliftonva #HerndonVA #tysonscorner ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 **𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 are slated for elimination in the advertised FY26 budget.**We stand firm in our commitment to maintaining the highest level of proficiency and safety in Marine Operations. This specialized unit requires years of training, unique expertise, and a full crew to safely respond to emergencies on the water.The proposed loss of 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟰𝟮𝟬 (𝗚𝘂𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻) will have serious consequences, including:- Reduced crew safety, cutting station personnel from six to four - Limited training opportunities for future boat-qualified personnel- A decline in overall proficiency, impacting operational effectiveness- Loss of the ability to launch a second vessel in emergencies- Decreased subject matter expertise at command levelsOver the past five years, the county has invested $1.6 million in upgraded vessels and equipment. With a new fireboat arriving in 2025, ongoing training is more critical than ever. Yet, staffing reductions continue to weaken our ability to safely and effectively respond.𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝟰𝟮𝟬 (𝗚𝘂𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻) has already shouldered personnel and equipment cuts. Further reductions will directly impact safety. We urge county leadership to reconsider this decision and prioritize the safety of the community we serve and our members. A specialized unit like Marine Operations cannot be treated as just another reduction.Share this with your family, friends and neighbors, and let County leaders know that Public Safety must remain a TOP priority! #Local2068 #FCFRD #FairfaxCounty #gunstonva #fairfaxstationva #cliftonva #herndonva #lortonva #IAFF ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗩𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴!**𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 are slated for elimination in the advertised FY26 budget.**Early this morning, 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟰𝟰𝟭 (𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲), Engine 441, and Truck 441 responded to a vehicle collision just 1.4 miles from the firehouse, arriving in around 5 minutes. But if the FY26 advertised budget passes as proposed, 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟰𝟰𝟭 (𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲) will be eliminated, leaving critical gaps in emergency response.Here’s the problem:Surrounding EMS units, Medic 435 (Pohick), Medic 432 (Fairview), and Ambulance 427 (West Springfield), were already tied up on other calls. If 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟰𝟰𝟭 (𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲) weren’t available, patients in this collision would have been left waiting on the side of the road for transport from a farther unit, like Medic 419 (Lorton) or even potentially a Prince William Professional Firefighters EMS transport unit.When seconds count, every community deserves a fast, reliable EMS response. Cutting transport units puts patient care at risk. We urge county leadership to restore funding and keep EMS units in service!Share this post with your family, friends and neighbors to spread awareness!Contact the Board of Supervisors and demand they continue to prioritize public safety! Let them know these reductions undermine public safety! #Local2068 #fairfaxcounty #FCFRD #gunstonva #lortonva #cliftonva #fairfaxstationva ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 **𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 are slated for elimination in the advertised FY26 budget.**Around 6 PM yesterday, our members were dispatched to a house fire in the 7100 block of Laketree Drive. Upon arrival, they encountered significant fire conditions with flames spreading rapidly. Without hesitation, our members sprang into action, knocking down the fire, conducting searches to ensure all occupants had safely exited, and working tirelessly to prevent further damage.Thanks to their swift and professional response, the fire was quickly brought under control, all hotspots were extinguished, and salvage and overhaul operations were completed. Fortunately, there were no reported civilian or firefighter injuries. Investigators worked diligently to determine the cause of the fire.𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀:𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: Engine 435 (Pohick), Engine 441 (Crosspointe), Engine 414 (Burke), Engine 432 (Fairview), Engine 427 (West Springfield)𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘀: Truck 441 (Crosspointe), Truck 422 (Springfield)𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱𝘀: Rescue Squad 414 (Burke)𝗘𝗠𝗦 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Medic 435 (Pohick), 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟰𝟰𝟭 (𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲), Medic 432 (Fairview), EMS Supervisor 405, EMS Supervisor 406𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱: Battalion Chief 405, Battalion Chief 407, Battalion Chief 408, Deputy Chief 402Safety Officer: Safety 402𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: Investigator 08, Investigator 13𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀: Light and Air 423 (West Annandale) REHAB 413 (Dunn Loring), Public Information Officer 402Thank you to our Regional Partners:Engine 502 (Prince William Professional Firefighters)Engine 403 (IAFF Local 2702 City of Fairfax Professional Firefighters and Paramedics)This incident serves as yet another reminder of the critical role our firefighters and paramedics play in keeping our community safe.Our members are always here for you, 24/7, 365 days a year, ready to answer the call when you need us most.A huge thank you to our dedicated firefighters, paramedics & 911 tele-communicators for their tireless efforts. This incident is just one of the hundreds of calls they responded to yesterday, ensuring the safety of our community day in and day out.#Local2068 #Fairfaxcounty #FCFRD #IAFF #gunstonva #fairfaxstationva #cliftonva #HerndonVA ... See MoreSee Less
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𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆!Thank you to NBC Washington's Jessica Albert TV for shining a light on the devastating impacts of the proposed FY26 budget cuts to Fairfax County Fire & Rescue. These cuts would eliminate ambulances in Clifton, Gunston, Crosspointe and North Point, heavy rescue squads in Lorton and Fair Oaks, as well as reducing 24hr coverage in Franconia and Scotts Run, drastically increasing response times when every second counts.Cuts like these mean longer response times, fewer available units, and increased risk to both residents and firefighters. These reductions will directly impact YOU and your loved ones when timely emergency care matters most.YOUR firefighters, paramedics and 911 tele-communicators stand ready to protect this community, but we need YOUR support. 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡Share this post with your family, friends and neighbors to spread awareness!Contact the Board of Supervisors and demand they continue to prioritize public safety! Let them know these reductions undermine public safety! Join us on April 22 at 3 PM when Local 2068 President Young speaks before the Board, let’s make our voices heard!#local2068 #fairfaxcounty #FCFRD #Gunstonva #cliftonva #fairfaxstationva #herndonva ... See MoreSee Less
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