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 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026 ECPI’s Roanoke Campus to Host Summer Resource Festival on June 20th Emma Thomas June 17, 2026 Romeo & Juliet at Bear Theatre, FloydFest lineup is set, one last classical concert this weekend Gene Marrano June 17, 2026