Crime & Safety

Mount Vernon Estate to Hold Fire Drill Wednesday

If you see a lot of fire trucks, don't be alarmed, there is a drill planned at George Washington's home.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- If you see firetrucks streaming into the Mount Vernon estate Wednesday, don't be alarmed.

Organizers of a fire drill at George Washington's home say that Mount Vernon's fire team and several first responders will be participating in a multi-unit drill with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday.

The drill will be conducted at Mount Vernon's wharf, organizers of the drill said.

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