At around 14:15, Engine Company 1, 4 , and Rescue Station 1 were toned out for a grease fire at McDonald's fast food restaurant. Truck 1 and a Medic unit quickly responded with crews. Following them came Engine 15 with a crew. Wagon 4 also responded with a crew to the incident. Once on scene, Chief 1B took command and notified that smoke was showing and all occupants were out of the structure. He then requested NDW Truck 28 to the scene. Crews from Truck 1 and Engine 15 went in with a hand line and extinguishers and quickly knocked down the fire. Crews from Wagon 4 checked the roof and interior for any extension and adequate ventilation. Smoke was removed from the structure and all units were placed in service. Thanks to all units for a quick response and help on scene. Thanks to NDW Truck 28 for mutual aid.

On January 23, while on their way back from a funeral procession in Stafford County, Truck 1 came on a car on fire on the side of Rt. 3 in King George County. Crews pulled a hand line to the car and quickly extinguished the blaze. Shortly after, King George's Engine 11 marked on scene to help with the incident. Thanks to King George Co. 1 for their quick response.

It is with deep regret that we inform the community of Colonial Beach of the passing of Charles N. Robertson, Chaplain of the Colonial Beach Volunteer Fire Department. 

Further details will be provided as they become available.

Our condolences are with the Robertson family, our family at CBVFD, and with the many brothers on and off the job who knew Charlie and experienced first hand what a great guy he was.

There is a link that gives information about the funeral and service

At 17:24 , Engine Company 1, Engine Company 4, and Rescue Station 1 were toned out for a structure fire on Holly Vista Drive in Westmoreland Shores. Wagon 4, Tanker 4, Response 4, and Car 4 quickly responded with a total of 13 personnel. Soon after, Engine 15, Tanker 1, and Utility 1 responded with a total of 11 personnel. Once on Scene, Chief 1 requested a tanker from Engine Company 2. The fire was mostly contained to the garage area, where it was quickly extinguished, placing minimal damage on the house. Thanks to all companies that responded and helped with the incident.

CBVFD held a Firefighter 1 test on November 30. Each participant put in many hours and worked very hard. Good luck to each participant on your written test! 

At 13:52, Engine Company 1 and Rescue Station 1 were toned out for a 2 car MVA at the intersection of Ridge Rd.(Rt. 205) and Longfield Rd. A Firefighter 1 class was being held during the time of this incident, so there was already a crew at the station, ready to respond. Engine 15 quickly responded with a crew of 5. Once on scene, the crews found a car that apparently t-boned another vehicle traveling down Ridge Rd. Though the vehicles were badly damaged, all occupants were out of the cars, and had some minor injuries. Thanks to all units for a quick response and a job well done.

On Saturday, November 21, students and instructors involved in the Firefighter 1 class held at Engine Co. 1 traveled to Spotsylvania County to participate in their Firefighter 1 burn for the end of the class. All who participated had fun and a big thanks to the Spotsylvania County Fire Department for letting us use the facilities for the training.

On one of the regular Tuesday night trainings, a few members took part in a scba training, in which they walked around the town and did various exercises, such as playing on the school jungle gym, running, and playing each other in a few games of pool. We also sent 1 of our younger members over to the 7-11 to get some snacks.

Crews from Engine Company 1 bring home Best Appearing Overall department. The crews traveled to the Urbanna Oyster Festival/ Firemen's Parade in Tanker 1 and Truck 1. Job well done to the boys at Co.1.

On Saturday October 3rd the Colonial Beach Vol. Fire Department will be holding its annual Golf Tournament. If you wish to enter you may do so by downloading the entry form here on the website and mailing it to P.O. Box 212 Colonial Beach VA 22443 or simply drop it by the firehouse anytime. Entries must be received by September 29th. Tournament details are on the entry form. We look forward to seeing everyone October 3rd for the most fun you will have on the Golf course all year.

On June 17th 2009 the Colonial Beach Vol Fire Department took TRUCK 1 to Ocean City for the Maryland State Fireman's parade. TRUCK 1 and it's crew took First Place for Truck 1 and First Place for Company from Virginia. Great job guys!!!!!

On the afternoon of May 4th the CBVFD was dispatched for a working house fire on Ridge road just past the Westmoreland and King George County line. Tanker 1 responded with 5 personnel. Once on the scene Tanker 1's crew knocked the fire in the basement and assisted with ventilation and overhaul. Tanker 1 was placed in service by Chief Moody so they could respond back to Westmoreland County for another emergency call.

16:00 hours the tones dropped for a one vehicle accident,  possible injuries, involving a light pole at the intersection of  Euclid Ave and Sixth St..  E-15 and U-1 marked on scene at 16:05  and found one vehicle that had hit a fire hydrant and then came to a stop against a telephone pole. The driver was out of the vehicle but injured and was transported to MWH. Thanks to public works for getting the water shut down quickly before the pole gave way.

On Saturday May 2ND the membership of the CBVFD gathered at the firehouse to say thank you to some very important people for their assistance with their newest apparatus TRUCK 1. Plaques were given to The Town of Colonial Beach (Mayor Fred Rummage), The CBVFD Ladies Aux (Lori Garrison), and for his time and effort David Robey. Again the Colonial Beach Vol. Fire Department thank all of these individuals and organizations for their support of TRUCK 1

07:20 on Friday, January 23rd the CBVFD was alarmed for a working house fire at 500 Lincoln Ave. E-15 responded at 07:25 with 4 personnel and arrived on scene minutes later with heavy smoke showing on all four sides of a single story, single family dwelling. Water supply was easily established with hydrants 100 ft and 300 ft too each side of the residence. 15's crew made an interior attack and were quickly backed up by E-14's crew of 4 and Chief 1A establishing command. The fire was marked under control at 07:42. Thanks to Truck 28, Engine 4, Engine 21 and KG Tanker 2 for help with salvage, overhaul, and clean-up. Units marked in service at 11:00.