Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad is pleased to announce the acquisition of a new 2023 Chevrolet Express 2500 12 passenger van.

This will serve as a replacement for our 2001 Ford Econoline Passenger Van. This apparatus plays an important role in the City of Virginia Beach’s energy response system (ERS) as it has the largest passenger carrying capacity of any vehicle in the ERS fleet. Van 1 has served the residents and visitors of Virginia Beach for 22 years on many incidents, special events and training courses.

This project was made possible by the hard work and dedication of the Officers and Executive Board of the squad, along with the great customer service from RK Chevrolet and the Virginia Sheriff’s Association. Funding for this project was possible through our gracious donors and most importantly, the grant funding made available from the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad Foundation.

Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad is proud to announce that is has earned the Candid (formerly Guidestar) Platinum Transparency rating for the year of 2023. This puts OPVRS in the top 0.1% of nonprofits globally.

This shows the commitment our organization puts forward when it comes to providing clear information regarding our mission, programs and priorities. All of this reflects on how our mission of providing free emergency prehospital care to all is impacting the community.

​Future and current donors now have the ability to see in depth financial and corporate information about how Ocean Park makes their gifts work HERE. OPVRS is committed to maintaining the highest level of transparency to its donors, the community and its partners in public safety.

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

​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

​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

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.​