STANLEY, Va. — A detached garage and several valuable items were destroyed in a fire on Saturday evening.
According to a media statement from Stanley Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD) Lt. Ethan Knight, firefighters were dispatched to the blaze at approximately 5:53 p.m. on November 7.
Knight arrived three minutes later and found the garage engulfed in flames and beginning to collapse.
Engine 24 was the first fire engine to arrive, and crews deployed two hose lines to knock down most of the flames.
The SVFD responded with 18 firefighters and six pieces of apparatus.
The Luray Fire Department assisted with a tanker and three additional firefighters.
Crews brought the blaze under control in approximately 15 minutes but remained at the scene for another 75 minutes to conduct cleanup and overhaul operations.
The garage was a total loss, along with a restored Volkswagen Beetle, a new zero-turn mower, a riding mower and other items stored inside.
The Stanley Volunteer Rescue Squad, Page County Fire/EMS and the Page County Sheriff’s Office also assisted at the scene.
How to Volunteer or Donate
Interested in volunteering with the Stanley Volunteer Fire Department?
Email recruitment@stanleyvolfiredept.com or stop by the station on Thursday nights to learn more. Junior members are also welcome.
Find the printable version of the SVFD membership application HERE.
Completed applications may be given to any member or dropped off in the black box in front of the station.
General monetary donations to the SVFD are accepted online via the SVFD web site (click on “donate” at the top of the page). Checks may be mailed to 190 E Main St, Stanley, Va. 22851.
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