On October 30th at approximately 0025 hours, Hughesville Squad 2 was alerted to the 3200 block of Old Washington Road in Waldorf for the Commercial Structure Fire. Waldorf Engine 32 was dispatched for an automatic fire alarm. Shortly after arrival, the assignment was upgraded when they discovered smoke throughout the building and a fire in the “Alpha” quadrant. Prior to the arrival if Squad 2, command advised the fire was knocked down. Squad 2 arrived on scene as the second special service and assisted with smoke removal. The crew from Squad 2 also assisted the Charles County Sheriff’s Office with their investigation until the arrival of the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office.





