County Fire, Rescue & Police

RoCoPublic Safety03Roanoke County, while being a progressive, forward-thinking community, is also oriented towards its citizens, and their enjoyment, comfort and protection.

About Fire & Rescue

The Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department provides Fire and Rescue Services to over 96,000 citizens within 254 square miles. The department has 15 stations and 12 districts within the county. In 2007, Roanoke County Fire and Rescue respond to more than 15,000 calls for emergency assistance each year. Roanoke County Fire and Rescue has 200 career personnel (paid) and about 200 active volunteer personnel.

New Fire & Rescue Station

The Roanoke County broke ground June 17, 2008 on it’s newest fire and rescue station. Located near the intersection of Hershberger and Plantation Road, the $3 million North County Fire and Rescue station will help to improve emergency response times across the county. Construction of the new North County Fire and Rescue station was completed in October 2009.

Fast Facts

  • Career Personnel: 200
  • Fire and Rescue Stations: 15
  • Volunteer Personnel: 200

About Police

The Roanoke County Police Department has maintained national accreditation since November 1992. Activities such as participating in Neighborhood Watch programs and conducting bi-weekly child safety seat checks and installations keep officers visible in the community. Through this involvement with both the children and adults of the neighborhoods that they serve, the department has earned great praise in the Roanoke Valley and State of Virginia.

New Location

On January 23, 2007, the Roanoke County Police Department moved to its’ new location at 5925 Cove Road, Roanoke, Virginia. The Police Department shares the new Public Safety Center with Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Administrative Offices, Roanoke County Information Technology and The Roanoke County Emergency Communication Center.

Fast Facts

  • Districts: 9
  • Sworn Officers: 140
  • Civilian support staff: 16

Public Education

The Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department and the Roanoke County Police Department frequently participate in cooperative 911 public education and training, geared towards both students and adults.