Bristol, Va. Swift Water Rescue Team Recognized by Congressman for Work During Helene

Bristol, Va. Swift Water Rescue Team recognized by congressman for work during Helene

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The Bristol Virginia Swift Water Rescue Team was recognized on Tuesday by Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-Va.) for its efforts in responding to emergencies during Hurricane Helene. Griffith visited the Bristol, Virginia Fire Department (BVFD) to speak with crew members and learn more about their personal testimonies from responding during Hurricane Helene. He also provided a copy of his extension of remarks he presented to C…

Preston County Commission approves funding for BBVFD swift water rescue equipment

KINGWOOD, W.Va. (WV News) — Commissioners moved to support Bruceton Brandonville Volunteer Fire Department’s swift water rescue equipment request amid discussion of the commission's funding requests policy.