Take an intimate glimpse through J. Rowcroft’s lens as he photographs the brave volunteer firefighters and first responders in West Virginia. Their bravery, comradery, and selflessness are on full display in twenty-six images that truly captures what it feels like to be on the scene. Volunteer firefighters and first responders are called on night and day to help with fires, vehicle accidents, hazardous material incidents, water rescues, and so much more. Buying this book will allow you to gain a better understanding of the unique and often dangerous situations that these brave men and women need to be prepared to face at a moment’s notice.

J. Rowcroft has been a volunteer firefighter since 2014 at the age of 16. During this time he has responded to thousands of emergency calls. He first decided to volunteer because of his desire to make a difference in the local community. The unique experiences that he has had on the ground inspired him combine his love of photography and service in order to catalog his adventures. All of the photographs in this book span from 2019 to early 2020.