Arlington Firefighters Hold Drive For Animal Shelter

ARLINGTON, VA — The Arlington County Fire Department will launch its second annual Operation FirePaws donation drive Aug. 1, a month-long effort to collect pet supplies for the Animal Welfare league of Arlington.

Residents can help out by dropping off non-perishable items from the AWLA’s wish list to any Arlington County fire station. Canned food, collars, toys and even some office supplies are also greatly appreciated, according to a press release. The Animal Welfare League has asked that you not contribute milk bones, boxed hard treats, or homemade treats.

Last year, community members donated more than 600 pounds of pet supplies during Operation FirePaws. Firefighters are hoping to beat that total this year.

Donations will be accepted Aug. 1 through Aug. 31. Drop-offs are encouraged between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. You can drop your donations off in the donation bins located at the front entrance of all fire stations.

The fire stations in Arlington include:

Fire Station 1 – 500 S Glebe Rd
Fire Station 2 – 4805 Wilson Blvd
Fire Station 3 – 4100 Old Dominion Dr
Fire Station 4 – 3121 10th St N
Fire Station 5 – 1750 S Hayes St
Fire Station 6 – 6950 Little Falls Rd
Fire Station 7 – 3116 S Abingdon St
Fire Station 8 – 4845 Lee Highway
Fire Station 9 – 1900 S Walter Reed Dr
Fire Station 10 – 1559 Wilson Blvd

Photos: Arlington County