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Welcome to the Official Website for Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire Rescue
Since its establishment in 1975 the Department has
provided invaluable fire and rescue protection,
navigation sustainability services,
fire prevention education, and other services
to maintain a safe boating environment
to the greater Smith Mountain Lake community.
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A Heartfelt Thank You to our Community for your Donations and Support
SMLMFR News, July 09
The Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire Rescue Department extends its appreciation to everyone who has contributed donations and materials to support the ongoing dock project at headquarters. Community generosity has played a crucial role in making this project possible.
The project is not yet complete. Fundraising efforts continue to install the roof and boat lifts. Updates on the progress ... (Full Story & Photos)
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AEP Donates to SMLMFR Dock Fund
Member Joe Nunley, November 11
Rob Mann from American Electrical Power presents a check to Smith Mountain Lake Marine Fire and Rescue Chief Todd Ohlerict to assist with the construction of a new dock at the firehouse. Also pictured are SMLMFR President Frank Geovannello and Vice President John Honaker.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Boating Safely
Member Joe Nunley, July 07
For anyone hoping to take a boat out this summer, take a safety course. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources shares some of the ways you can take those courses at the URL below.... (Full Story)
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SMLMFR Anniversary and Ribbon-cutting
Member Joe Nunley, June 03
The Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department held its 50th anniversary on Saturday in Moneta.
To celebrate, they held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new building while christening their newest fire boat.... (Full Story)
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Dock Stray Voltage
Member Joe Nunley, February 20
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WSET) — Residents across Smith Mountain Lake say stray voltage is an issue at many docks in the area, but tragedies like Thursday's electrocution of an 18-year-old are preventable with the help of something called the Shock Alert.
The Assistant Chief of Smith Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Ray Talley, said they have nine fire boats assisting folks on the lake daily, ... (Full Story)
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Dog Rescued After Falling Through Ice
Member Joe Nunley, February 20
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Tuesday night in Franklin County, the Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department saved the life of a dog from the waters of the frozen lake.
Chief Todd Ohlerich said his department got a call reporting a dog had fallen through the ice about 800 feet across the lake from the Horseshoe Bend Campground around 5:30 p.m.
“We’ve had a few dog rescues. ... (Full Story)
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