We have volunteered close to 60 hours at standby events including the YMCA Triathlon Event, the Hardy Elementary School Career Day, and the Smithfield Wine and Brew Festival. We enjoy these events because of the opportunity for community outreach and education. See us at Springfest at the Isle of Wight County Fairgrounds from April 26th-28th!... (Full Story & Photos)

The Rescue Squad offers BLS for healthcare providers classes every second Wednesday of the month from 6:00-10:00 PM. A description and link of the class is provided below. Refer to the left side of the website for information on ACLS and PALS classes as well. Contact Dep. Chief of Training, Mindi Ellis (trainingiwvrs@gmail.com), for more information.

The AHA’s BLS Course is designed for healthcare ... (Full Story & Photos)

Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad is always looking for new members!

To become a member, you MUST be: CPR certified AND EMT certified (Emergency Medical Technician certified or higher) or CPR certified AND EVOC certified (Emergency Vehicle Operations Certified). Unless you are applying for Jr. Membership which is 16 years of age to 18 years of age, please inquire about that membership option ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, along with Chief Humphries and many other Isle of Wight employees and friends, I had the privilege to
attend the Virginia Fallen Firefighter and EMS memorial in Richmond, VA. It was truly a great honor to attend this
service, where Robert “Bobby” W. Nelms was recognized for his faithful service to Fire and EMS. Bobby received
his was recognized under the Virginia Line of Duty Act for his bravery ... (Full Story & Photos)