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At 1735 Hours on Saturday November 1st, Squad 2 and Tanker 2, along with multiple surrounding companies, responded to a reported structure fire located on Bridgett Lane in Laplata, MD. Squad 2 arrived on location first and immediately initiated fire attack with Squad 2's pre-connected 200ft 1 3/4" attack line in an effort to knock down and slow the growth of the fire in the home until an engine ... (Full Story & Photos)
On July 19, 2014 around 4:51 pm, units from Hughesville Fire and EMS were alerted to the intersection of Mohawk Drive and Three Notch Road for a reported Motor Vehicle Collision. Squad 2 and the Paramedic Ambulance 28 arrived to find a single vehicle overturned just south of the intersection into St. Mary's County. Upon arrival, the driver of the vehicle was treated and transported for routine evaluation ... (Full Story & Photos)
WASHINGTON, DC – June 4, 2014, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) announced that the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad has been awarded $161,975 in federal grant funds to improve operations and safety through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program.
“Today’s announcement of grant funding for the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad is excellent news ... (Full Story & Photos)
This weekend, the Southern Maryland Volunteer Fireman's Association celebrated their 67th Annual Convention and Parade. The convention and parade mark the changing of the President of the Association for the upcoming year. The weekend was hosted by Solomons Island and Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department of Calvert County.
The parade ventured through Solomons Island today, where Hughesville Volunteers ... (Full Story & Photos)
At 0453 hrs, Hughesville volunteers were alerted to 2906 Henry Court in Waldorf Company 3's first due for a reported house fire. Chief 3 arrived on scene with a two story single family dwelling fully involved with fire. Engine 22 arrived 4th on the scene and was instructed to hit a hydrant and pull a hose line to the 'Charlie' side of the residence. The fire was placed under control by several surrounding ... (Full Story & Photos)
Reflective 911 Address Signs
The reflective address signs clearly mark your address for all emergency personnel toidentify easily both day and night. Made of the same tough materials as road signs these home address signs are so reflective in the dark that ambulance or fire crews don't have to struggle to read your address at night. Help us help you! Order one today $20.00 installed.
To order simply fill out the online order form print it and mail it back to to us OR you can email your order to signs@hvfdems.org and someone will be in contact with you.
N.D. Fire Departments Expect Hiring Challenges
As the Grand Forks Fire Department works to hire 12 new firefighters, officials expect recruitment challenges amid a growing need for firefighters across North Dakota.
Transition in Ambulance Standards Can Be Confusing
A lot is changing in the world of ambulance standards and EMS providers are facing confusing and conflicting information about what ambulances need and how they should be built.
Iowa Lawmaker Wants to Reimburse Firefighters For Training
Congressman Dave Loebeck stopped by the West Burlington Fire Department Friday afternoon to discuss new legislation that would create a tax deduction for volunteer first responders, which includes firefighters.
Boy Saves Brothers From Ky. House Fire
A 13-year-old boy from Glasgow is being credited with his four younger brothers from a house fire that damaged the apartment fire.
Maine Fire Chief Says Alarm Averted Deadly Fire
A fire that damaged a Mechanic Street home early Saturday morning had similarities to one that killed six people in Portland in November, Rockland's fire chief said.
Ohio Teen Arrested For Stealing Fire Truck
A teen allegedly broke into the Rush Township Fire Department, stole a fire truck and drove through town with lights and sirens being pursed by police.
Pa. Fire Marshal Ends Prison Fire Investigation
The state fire marshal probing the Northumberland County Prison fire has ended his active investigation but will not be releasing the building because he has not determined a cause.
Former Maine Firefighter Indicted in Arson
A former East Dixfield firefighter was indicted Friday, charged with torching the Countryfolk Music Theatre on Route 2 last year while he was a caretaker there.
N.C. Apartment Fire Displaces 20 People
A fire at Timber Hollow Apartments that displaced 15 adults and five children started in apartment A, according to the Greensboro Fire Department.
Maine Rescue Chief Out, Fire Chief Sworn In
Lebanon's rescue chief has resigned just days before a new fire chief is sworn in giving the town the opportunity to look at joining the two departments.
Calif. Firefighters Revive Man on Flight
Two Orange County firefighters are being credited with saving a man's life Friday morning after they revived him midair on a flight from John Wayne Airport to Houston.
Conn. Firefighter Charged With DUI Resigns
A firefighter who has a history of alcohol-related trouble and was arrested again on drunken driving charges Friday has resigned from the Hartford Fire Department.
Arrests Made in Mississippi 'Fire Cult'
Investigators believe a woman was bored working at a Clermont Volunteer Fire Department and began setting marsh fires and an abandoned structure and got others to join her.
Ohio Deputy Fire Chief, Clerk Held at Gunpoint
Toledo's deputy fire chief was in uniform, investigating a fire at a convenience store when a robber pointed a gun at the clerk and the deputy and demanded money.
Firefighter/Paramedic
The City of Monroe is accepting applications for future full-time firefighter/paramedic job vacancies.
Dealing with Difficult Deaths
Firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical service personnel, healthcare providers, chaplains, and other clergy regularly encounter people who have died.
Safety Pad Experiences 120 Percent Growth in One Year
OPEN Incorporated, makers of the SafetyPAD Suite of software products, announced it witnessed a 120 percent customer growth since January 2014 with 98 percent of new clients selecting its SafetyPAD for Android solution.
