Today is a special day for the Sterling Volunteer Rescue Squad and the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company. Combined we are a force of over 300 dedicated volunteers. We come from all walks of life, races, and religions. We are teachers, IT engineers, construction workers, park rangers, attorneys, government employees, public safety officers, automotive technicians, stay at home parents, and students.

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With the heat beating down on us for the next few days, here are some simple ways you can prevent heat emergencies.

* Dress for the heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
* Drink water! D rink water even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol & caffeine
* Eat small meals and eat more often.
* Slow down. Avoid strenuous activity. If you must, do it early!
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The officers and members of the Sterling Volunteer Rescue Squad would like to say thank-you to Girl Scout Troop 789 (Lowes Island Elementary School) for stopping by and dropping off Girl Scout cookies for the on duty fire and rescue crews. During their visit, the girls took a tour of the station and were given a quick overview of the station's medic unit. Thanks again for your donation and stop ... (Full Story & Photos)

It’s #EMSWeek, 20-26 May 2018! During this special week, we recognize the dedication of 35,195 EMS providers and 600 agencies in Virginia. We commend their continued commitment to the citizens of the Commonwealth, our community, and to the EMS system.

Want to join the EMS community? Email us at membership@sterlingrescue.org for information. To learn more about EMS Week in Virginia visit http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services/ems-week-2018/ ... (Full Story & Photos)

Sterling Rescue was "taking it to the streets" over the past weekend, providing EMS support to the 91st Annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester, VA from 4-5 May, and participating in the Dulles International Airport Disaster Drill on 5 May 2018.

During the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, the Sterling Rescue Bike team provided roving EMS support for the event, in addition to Utility ... (Full Story & Photos)