Goochland Professional Firefighters Association

01/23/2025

Members of the Goochland Professional Firefighters, in partnership with the Virginia Professional Firefighters (VPFF), the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association, and professional firefighting organizations across the state, have united to advocate for firefighters in the Virginia House and Senate. Together, they have worked to find common ground and lobby for critical legislation that protects and supports firefighters in every aspect of their profession. Through the VPFF’s tireless efforts, they continue to champion initiatives that enhance safety, improve working conditions, and address the unique challenges faced by firefighters on and off the job.

01/10/2025

Thank you as always to the Metro Richmond Flying Squad for supporting Goochland Fire-Rescue! Companies were busy last night operating on 2 separate structure fires in the Centerville district.

12/25/2024

🎄🚒 Merry Christmas! 🚒🎄

This holiday season, we want to take a moment to wish our community a joyful and safe Christmas. While many gather with loved ones, our brothers and sisters in the fire service are standing watch, ready to respond at a moment’s notice to keep our community safe.

To our fellow firefighters working this holiday—thank you for your dedication and sacrifice. Your commitment ensures that others can celebrate in peace and safety.

Let’s also remember those we’ve lost and honor their service and legacy. Their spirit remains with us, especially during this time of year.

From all of us at local 4865 we hope your Christmas is filled with warmth, joy, and gratitude. Stay safe, and may the new year bring hope and strength to us all.

🚒❤️ Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! ❤️🚒

12/21/2024

Another great addition coming to the Courthouse soon! Thank you to the Goochland County Administration for providing top of the line equipment to best serve the community!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

This Thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for the wonderful community we serve. As you gather with loved ones to celebrate, we hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and delicious food.

While you enjoy the holiday, we want to remind you to stay safe:
• Keep an eye on the stove while cooking.
• Deep frying a turkey? Do it outdoors and away from anything flammable.
• Check your smoke alarms before firing up the oven!

We’re here for you 24/7, so rest assured that your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your continued support and for making our community such a special place to protect and serve.

Wishing you and your family a warm, safe, and happy Thanksgiving!

11/12/2024

Congratulations to FF/EMT Scott Nuessle on his well deserved promotion!

Chief Ferguson is pleased to announce a Lieutenant Promotion effective December 1, 2024. Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant EMT Scott Nuessle.

Lieutenant EMT Scott Nuessle is very deserving of this recognition and has prepared himself well over many years for this promotion. Scott joined Goochland County Fire-Rescue in December 2021, where he has been assigned to Stations 2, 5, 6 and is a member of the Water Rescue Team. He started with Hanover Fire and EMS at an early age in 1992 volunteering at Stations 10 & 6. In 1997 he enlisted in the US Navy where he served as a Naval Air Crewman and reached the rank of AE2, participated in multiple deployments, and was assigned as shop supervisor to the Aviation Electrician shop. After serving in the US Navy, Scott worked for the Newport News Fire Department as a Firefighter Medic, and later became a Police Officer. Scott has attended the US Navy E4 and E5 leadership school and Shop Supervisor School. Lieutenant Nussle regularly assists the Training and Safety Division with instructing fire and EMS classes. He enjoys spending time on the water boating and being outdoors on his days off duty. Scott especially enjoys spending time with family in the Adirondack mountains.

11/07/2024

Congratulations to our member Jason Cox on his well deserved promotion!

Chief Ferguson is pleased to announce a Lieutenant Promotion effective December 1, 2024. Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Paramedic Jason Cox.

Lieutenant Paramedic Jason Cox is very deserving of this recognition and has prepared himself well over many years for this promotion. Jason joined Goochland County Fire-Rescue in January 2020, where he has been assigned to Stations 2, 3, 5, and 6. Jason started as a volunteer in Powhatan County in the summer of 2013, where he obtained his EMT. Jason served as a EMS provider, Captain, and Assistant Chief of the Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad. He then completed his AAS degree in paramedicine, working in Powhatan, Amelia, and Cumberland as an ALS provider with ESS. He earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Virginia Tech in 2010. Lieutenant Cox is cleared RSI Medic, a FTO, and continues to develop his skills in Heavy & Technical Rescue. In his free time Jason enjoys woodworking, hiking in National Parks with his wife Jennifer, and obsessing over rope systems.

10/18/2024

Congratulations to our very own Secretary Mason Mire on his very well deserved promotion to Lieutenant!

Chief Ferguson is pleased to announce a Lieutenant Promotion effective November 1, 2024. Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant EMT Mason Mire.

Lieutenant EMT Mason Mire is very deserving of this recognition and has prepared himself well over many years for this promotion. Mason started in the fire service at 16 years old in May of 2012 as a volunteer in Goochland County at Manakin Company 1. During his time there, he obtained his basic firefighting certifications and EMT. In 2015, Mason graduated from The Steward School and then attended East Carolina University. In Spring of 2019, Mason graduated from ECU with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology. Mason returned home to Goochland and was hired as a Career Firefighter/EMT in August of 2019.

Mason is currently assigned to Courthouse Station 5 A- Shift. Mason has been assigned to stations 1,2,3,4 and is a part of the Water Rescue Team. In the Summer of 2024, Mason Graduated from the Virginia Fire Officers Academy. Mason is a proud resident of Goochland County and enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Haley and dog, Poppy. In his free time, Mason loves attending various sporting events, especially East Carolina University football games. Mason also enjoys traveling to new places and spending time with friends.