Lorton Volunteer Fire Department Fire Station 19 is one of 12 private, non-for-profit fire companies working in partnership with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, to provide emergency and non-emergency services to protect lives, property, and the environment across our community and the county.  Our volunteer Firefighters, EMT’s and administrative personnel who take pride in serving their community.  We are always hoping to find more volunteers to join our family.  Learn about the basics of volunteering and apply now!

Since 1954 the Lorton Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad has been a proud cornerstone of the Lorton community. We have been the home for hundreds of unpaid volunteers EMTs and firefighters who support our 24/7 career staff and operate on our own fire and medical apparatus. Last year our station responded to over 5,000 calls in Lorton, Fairfax Station, Mason Neck, Gunston, Fort Belvoir, Springfield, and along I-95. These emergencies included fires, car accidents, natural disasters, hazardous materials, medical emergencies, and terrorist attacks, among many others.