Be prepared when you hit the trails says Battalion Chief Gene Marrano July 19, 2017 1 minute read Botetourt Fire and EMS search and rescue crews have been getting a workout in recent weeks – helping several hikers near Tinker Mountain. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with a battalion chief about being prepared: Share: Post navigation Previous: Passenger rail arrives in Roanoke October 30thNext: Private College Week offers visits for high school students Related Stories Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0