Category: Rescue Squad

Free Stop The Bleed Drop-In Class

2/2/2023

Learn to save a life. Free. Open To the Public.

FREE Stop The Bleed drop-in training! This course is geared towards the general public and designed to prepare you before help arrives.
February 25th between 9am-12pm.
Take the online training at home at your own pace, email is your certificate, and drop by any time between 9am-12pm for the hands-on lesson and practice with one of our instructors. Walk out knowing you are prepared to save a life.

Visit: stopthebleed.org/training
Email: training@opvrs.com
Show up: Feb 25th anytime between 9am-12pm

Rescue Squad Open House

1/6/2023

February 18th, 2023, 12pm-6pm

Virginia Beach, VA - The Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad will host an open house on Saturday, Feb 18th from 12 noon to 6pm. The building and ambulances will be open to the community. Anyone with an interest in volunteering or learning more about the volunteer rescue squad are encouraged to visit.

"The lights and sirens are always a cool feature of the job, but we want to show potential volunteers there is so much more to volunteering. We offer leadership opportunities, civic engagement, and an opportunity to serve your community in a fast-paced environment" said Rescue Squad President Branan Roughgarden.

The rescue squad will also be hosting other medical and public safety vendors, along with a BBQ truck with more to come!

Tidewater EMS Council sharing information about the new Whole Blood Initiative.
Sentara Nightingale Air Ambulance
Virginia Beach Department of Public Health
Flavor Savor BBQ Truck
Virginia Beach Emergency Communications and Citizen Services

The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required to attend, drop in anytime. The Facebook event can be found HERE

Welcome Ambulance 120!

8/13/2022

2022 Ambulance 120 was dedicated at OPVRS Station 1.

On Saturday, August 13th, 2022, the volunteers of OPVRS and the community welcomed Ambulance 120 home to Station 1. This is the second of three ambulances scheduled to arrive this year.

We were honored to welcome Virginia Beach City Council Members Delceno Miles (Bayside District) and Michael Berlucchi (Rose Hall District) to our dedication. They toured the new ambulance and expressed their gratitude to our volunteers. Additionally, Virginia Beach EMS Chief Ed Brazle joined us to welcome the new ambulance home.

After a dedication announcement on the main dispatch channel, Ambulance 120 was pushed into the garage by the volunteers.

Seeing the two new ambulances side-by-side was breath taking. We anxiously await the third and final ambulance in the near future.

Thank you to every single volunteer, community members, donor, supporter, friends, and family member. Your support drives us to be the best. Without you, we could not do what we do.

Chassis Details:
• 2022 Ford F-550 4x2 Chassis
• Custom Aluminum Center Console Sprayed w/Black Line-X
• Wheeled Coach Type 1 170” Module
• 74” Interior Headroom
• Custom Squad Bench w/Curbside Controls and (2) Drawers
• Per4Max 4-Point Harnesses
• Gray Scorpion Liner Coating in Exterior Compartments
• Cool Bar A/C Condenser
• Hoseline APS-253 Ultraviolet Air Purification System
• Orange Powder Coated Interior Hand and Grab Rails
• Whelen M Series LED Warning and Scene Light Package
• (2) Grover Stuttertone 24” Air Horns
• Whelen Howler Low Frequency Siren
• LED Strip Lights in Exterior Compartments
• Safety Vision (3) Camera System
• CompX 300 Series eLock w/WiFi on Drug Cabinet
• Vanner 20-1050 1,050-watt Inverter w/55-amp Battery Charger
• Stryker #6390 Power-LOAD
• Ferno M200 Lifepak Defibrillator Bracket
• Custom Paint, Lettering and Graphics by Wheeled Coach

Questions or inquiries? Contact information@opvrs.com

Donate Onlne!

Donate By Check!

New Ambulance Inspection Complete

3/12/2022

For Immediate Release.
Your Ocean Park Volunteers successfully completed a final inspection of two new Wheeled Coach Ambulances, in addition a mid-construction inspection of a third ambulance.

The rigorous process includes ensuring these new units are ready to perform to their maximum potential, and satisfy the highest standards set forth by Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad.

We are excited to expect these two new ambulances by the end of March, and will be working diligently to prepare them for service to the Citizens & Visitors of Virginia Beach!

Chassis Details:
• 2022 Ford F-550 4x2 Chassis
• Custom Aluminum Center Console Sprayed w/Black Line-X
• Wheeled Coach Type 1 170” Module
• 74” Interior Headroom
• Custom Squad Bench w/Curbside Controls and (2) Drawers
• Per4Max 4-Point Harnesses
• Gray Scorpion Liner Coating in Exterior Compartments
• Cool Bar A/C Condenser
• Hoseline APS-253 Ultraviolet Air Purification System
• Orange Powder Coated Interior Hand and Grab Rails
• Whelen M Series LED Warning and Scene Light Package
• (2) Grover Stuttertone 24” Air Horns
• Whelen Howler Low Frequency Siren
• LED Strip Lights in Exterior Compartments
• Safety Vision (3) Camera System
• CompX 300 Series eLock w/WiFi on Drug Cabinet
• Vanner 20-1050 1,050-watt Inverter w/55-amp Battery Charger
• Stryker #6390 Power-LOAD
• Ferno M200 Lifepak Defibrillator Bracket
• Custom Paint, Lettering and Graphics by Wheeled Coach

Questions or inquiries? Contact information@opvrs.com

Don's Flagpole at OPVRS

11/8/2021

Help us celebrate Don's 40 years of volunteer service to OPVRS and Va Beach.
What were you doing in November 1981? Don Anderson was joining Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. So, this month we celebrate 40 years of uninterrupted, loyal and steadfast dedication to the Squad. Over the years, one of the things Don has been noted for is taking care of the landscaping around the flagpole which faces Shore Drive. To that end, as we continue to work on the curb appeal of our building, we have a goal to raise $100 per year served by Don and turn that $4000 into a new, fabulous flagpole to be installed in Don's honor. A flagpole to become the centerpiece of that garden and a fixture on Shore Drive for the next 40 years. We have kicked off a little campaign to manage donations to that cause. Don is a living legend. If you haven't seen him recently, take time to chat with him and thank him for all he has done over the years. Click below to donate.

Ambulance Anoucement

4/7/2021

Three Ambulances In Production

You heard us right, three beautiful new ambulances are in the works for OPVRS. You made this happen. Your continued support helped purchase the best and safest equipment for your community.

From: Atlantic Emergency Solutions:

We’re expecting…TRIPLETS!
We are excited to partner with the Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad (City of Virginia Beach) on THREE new Wheeled Coach Type 1 ambulances. Before you know it, this trio will be serving the citizens of Virginia Beach. Thank you for your business and welcome to the Atlantic family!
Jeff Hawkins-Regional Account Manager
Virginia Sales
DETAILS:
• 2022 Ford F-550 4x2 Chassis
• Custom Aluminum Center Console Sprayed w/Black Line-X
• Wheeled Coach Type 1 170” Module
• 74” Interior Headroom
• Custom Squad Bench w/Curbside Controls and (2) Drawers
• Per4Max 4-Point Harnesses
• Gray Scorpion Liner Coating in Exterior Compartments
• Cool Bar A/C Condenser
• Hoseline APS-253 Ultraviolet Air Purification System
• Orange Powder Coated Interior Hand and Grab Rails
• Whelen M Series LED Warning and Scene Light Package
• (2) Grover Stuttertone 24” Air Horns
• Whelen Howler Low Frequency Siren
• LED Strip Lights in Exterior Compartments
• Safety Vision (3) Camera System
• CompX 300 Series eLock w/WiFi on Drug Cabinet
• Vanner 20-1050 1,050-watt Inverter w/55-amp Battery
Charger
• Stryker #6390 Power-LOAD
• Ferno M200 Lifepak Defibrillator Bracket
• Custom Paint, Lettering and Graphics by Wheeled Coach

Building Renovations Underway!

12/18/2020

Station 1 is getting a facelift!

Renovations are underway! The station is temporarily closed while we refurbish. Don't worry! We've moved our ambulances and supplies to First Landing Fire & Rescue at Shore/Great Neck and Chesapeake Beach Fire & Rescue at Shore/Greenwell. Thanks to
Chesapeake Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad for letting us hang out with y'all for a few days. Your Ocean Park Volunteers are still on the job and ready to answer the call for help across Shore Drive and Virginia Beach.

Notice:
1. While volunteer members will be helping with the work, the station is not equipped to handle walk-in emergencies during renovations. For medical emergencies dial 911.

2. The Ocean Park Food Pantry will be closed and temporarily removed to keep it clean and safe. It will return once exterior work is complete.

Plant Sale Fundraiser

9/17/2020

Garden Club to host fundraiser for OPVRS

The Great Neck Point Garden Club will be hosting a fundraising plant sale to benefit Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. These high-quality local plants will come from gardening professionals who can answer all your questions about planting and care. September 26th, 9am-12pm at the Shore Drive Farm Market.
Rain Date: October 5th

Featured Plants include:
Poets Laurel
Fatsia Japonica
Grasses
Bear’s Breeches
Windmill Palms
Lynnhaven Carpet
Lamb’s Ear
Asters
Chive
Plant Contains
Vases
And much more!

AmazonSmile for Mobile Devices

6/11/2020

AmazonSmile available for iOS and Android

AmazonSmile customers can now support Ocean Park Volunteer Fire And Rescue Unit Inc in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.

Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

If you do not have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app, update your app. Click here for instructions.

You Shop. Amazon Gives.
Set up AmazonSmile for your account now.

Emergency Blood Drive, July 2020

6/10/2020

American Red Cross blood supply is critically low.

The American Red Cross has requested an additional Emergency Blood Drive in July. Supplies are critically low and donors are needed more than ever. Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad is known throughout Hampton Roads for having the highest Blood Drive turnout and most engaging community, now we're being asked to help again.

This Emergency Blood Drive will include COVID-19 antibody testing.

Schedule your appointment at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=opvrs

<<Previous

Rescue Squad and Shore Drive News