Roanoke firefighters get new equipment Evan Jones September 11, 2013 1 min read Roanoke firefighters will soon have more equipment to help find fire victims when visibility is poor from darkness, thick smoke or both. WFIR’s Evan Jones reports on this morning’s announcement: About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Cuccinelli apologizes; donates money to charityNext: Martinsville Speedway brings top NASCAR driver to Roanoke Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025