Official page of the Tappahannock-Essex Volunteer Fire Department
Tappahannock-Essex Volunteer Fire Department is an entirely volunteer operated agency, serving Essex County and the town of Tappahannock, Virginia. We serve our community from three stations, located in the north, south, and central parts of our county.
Our department provides fire suppression, fire prevention programs, vehicle extrication, hazardous materials response, Emergency Medical Services assist, and disaster response.
The mission of the Tappahannock Essex Volunteer Fire Department is to provide the highest level of emergency services, non-emergency services, and strategic programs designed to protect the lives, property, and economic well being of the citizens and visitors of Essex County Virginia. Tappahannock Essex V.F.D. is committed to the elimination of any and all threats to life, safety, and property through education and prevention. We provide safe, effective response and recovery activity to fire, medical, environmental, and natural emergencies.