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About Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firefighters Association

Over One hundred years ago, fire chiefs from the States of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia met in Chambersburg, PA for the purpose of adopting a uniform hose coupling and to develop a mutual aid system along the Cumberland Valley Railroad.  Today, the CVVFA connects experts from around the country and develops new training and resources for firefighters and the entire responder community.

Crash Responder Safety Week, November 2-6

October 25, 2026

Back to News From November 2 to 6, the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firefighters Association is joining agencies across the country to observe Crash Responder Safety Week. This national campaign is about the firefighters, EMS providers, police officers, tow operators, and highway crews who work on the side of the road, often just feet from moving…

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CVVFA Fall Meeting to be hosted by Aetna Hose, Hook & Ladder on 10/25/2026

October 22, 2026

The Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firefighters Association (CVVFA) will hold its Fall meeting on Sunday October 25, 2026, from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, at Aetna Hose Hook & Ladder Station 8, 401 Ogletown Road, Newark, DE.

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Austin, Sullivan awards inaugural General Joseph F. Boyd Leadership & Visionary Award

August 4, 2026

Back to News   At the 125th Annual Convention Banquet, Director Steve Austin, PP, and Jack Sullivan were awarded the inaugural General Joseph F. Boyd Leadership & Visionary Award. Director Austin was recognized for his distinguished service and visionary leadership in advancing fire service and safety in CVVFA. Jack Sullivan was recognized for his outstanding…

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