The purpose of this organization is to promote fire prevention and life safety activities, provide fire suppression and preservation of life and property at fire related incidents, provide emergency medical response, respond to the release of hazardous materials to minimize damage to persons, property and the environment, and to provide other emergency services to the citizens of Winchester, Virginia and surrounding area. Furthermore, the organization's dedicated to support the Winchester Fire and Rescue Department in the completion of its mission, and to ensure the safety of the officers and membership of the department.