What sets VBFD apart? It's our state-of-the-art training facility, equipment, and instructors who train our firefighters daily to hone their skills in responding to calls for service. Our bi-monthly Sims training allows us to exercise how we would respond to everyday emergencies. Because the summer season is upon us, this month’s training was centered around water rescues, as Virginia Beach is surrounded by more than 29 miles of scenic waterways, 28 miles of public beaches, and 38 miles of shore