Founded in 1967 by the Dale City Civic Association, the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department (DCVFD) is a fire and rescue organization comprised of approximately 250 dedicated volunteers. The volunteers of the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department (DCVFD) provide more than 2,500 volunteer hours per week to the community. The DCVFD is consistently one of the busiest and most active volunteer fire organizations in the state, averaging approximately 20,000 runs per year. The DCVFD serves the community of Dale City, Virginia in its first due. Located approximately 25 miles south of Washington, DC, Dale City is a growing suburban community and is home to approximately 75,000 residents and many commercial areas. DCVFD volunteers respond to fire and medical emergencies throughout Dale City, including Potomac Mills Mall and portions of I-95. In addition, the DCVFD provides services to surrounding communities, as needed through mutual aid agreements.