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Announcements

Fire Prevention Week™ is October 4–10, 2026. This year's campaign focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer.

Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.

“Charge Into Fire Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower”

Open the Community Risk Manager

Firefighters in full protective gear face a large blaze erupting from a horizontal fuel tank during a training exercise. Intense flames shoot upward as responders prepare to control the fire using hoses. The wooded outdoor setting underscores the high-risk nature of hazardous material response and the importance of coordinated emergency training.

Explore Grants

Strengthening communities by offering a range of grant opportunities that improve fire and emergency services throughout the Commonwealth.

Discover all the grants available to help strengthen your department and community.

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A table is sitting outside with pieces of evidence from a fire with a yellow card read 27. In the background, there is a parking log showing it's a fire training facility.

Obtain a Permit

Obtain permits to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations across the Commonwealth.

Whether you're planning a public event, handling explosives or installing fire protection systems, SFMO permits help safeguard lives and property.

Obtain a Permit

Two firefighters in full gear walk down a residential street, carrying tools and equipment. A yellow fire hose stretches along the pavement, and a fire truck is visible in the background, suggesting an active emergency response or drill.

NERIS Reporting

This reporting enables VDFP to assess emergency trends across the Commonwealth, inform decisions and advocate for resources that strengthen fire services.

Participation is required for the FY2026 Aid to Localities grant program.

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