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Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department Upcoming Events
Betty Mae Therres
Sept 15, 1935 - March 14, 2025
The Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, along with the Ladies Auxillary of the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department, regret to announce the passing of Betty Mae Therres. Betty Mae faithfully served the Ladies Auxillary for over 70 years. As one of the last surviving Charter members, she was integral in the foundation of the Ladies Auxillary. Betty Mae saw the need and a void within the fire service that the Ladies Auxillary could support. The partnership of the fire department and ladies auxillary has been vital to the success of the fire service over the years. She was a fierce leader and President of the Auxillary for over 25 years. Throughout the years, she held the rank of every position within the Hughesville Ladies Auxillary. Her commitment and dedication to the fire service was not limited to Hughesville. In 1980-1981, Betty Mae proudly lead the Southern Maryland Ladies Auxillary as President. She was well known and well respected throughout the fire service in Southern Maryland. Her work on several committees over the years certainly paved the way for the future. For her many years of dedicated service, she was inducted into the Southern Maryland Hall of Fame on May 5, 1993.
Betty Mae was a role model and leader for many women throughout the years, even a pioneer for the development of our Ladies Auxillaries throughout the area. Over the most recent years, Betty Mae didn't make the monthly meetings, but she ensured she called monthly to be excused. Despite her absence, she was proud of the Ladies Auxillary and stayed on top of their work and accomplishments.
The community has felt the positive impact of Betty Mae for many years, and we hope to be able to maintain her legacy for years to come. We extend our sincere condolences to the entire Therres family and send our prayers for healing and peace.
Your local volunteers frequently offer donation opportunities through the mail, but we also have Venmo! Your funds help us to maintain equipment and continue to provide fire prevention in the local community. We appreciate all your support. All donations are tax deductible.
Are you a former or life member that would like to stay connected with the happenings of HVFD or future events? Please reach out to Donna McPherson at dmcpherson@hvfdems.org or Jenna Schoolnick at jschoolnick@hvfdems.org to update your contact information.
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On February 20th at approximately 6AM, Hughesville Volunteers along with the Charles County Hazardous Materials Team were alerted to Leonardtown Road and La Plata Road for the fuel leak after a collision. Squad 2 made the response.
Squad 2 arrived on scene to find a MVC involving a tractor trailer with a ruptured saddle tank. Squad 2 diked the roadway to prevent the fuel from running off road and ... (Full Story & Photos)
On 1/23/2025 Hughesville Volunteers and surrounding departments were alerted to the 9100 block of Leonardtown Road for the motor vehicle collision with reported subjects trapped. Chief 2, Chief 2A, Squad 2, Engine 22, Paramedic Ambulance 28 and Ambulance 27 made the response.
Units arrived on scene to find a two vehicle head on collision. Chief 2A established command and Chief 2 took the extrication ... (Full Story & Photos)
On January 18th, 2025, Hughesville Volunteers and surrounding departments were alerted to Leonardtown Road and Old Leonardtown Road for the motor vehicle collision with entrapment and one on fire. Battalion Chief 2, Squad 2, Engine Tanker 2, Engine 22, and Paramedic Ambulance 28 made the response.
Squad 2 arrived on the scene first and discovered a three-vehicle collision with nothing on fire. After ... (Full Story & Photos)
On January 14th at approximately 0530 hours, Hughesville Volunteers and surrounding departments were alerted to Leonardtown Road and Gallant Green Road for the Motor Vehicle Collision with subjects trapped. Engine 22, Chief 2, Chief 2B, Brush 2 and Paramedic Ambulance 28 made the response. While responding, communications advised all occupants were now reported out of the vehicles. Units arrived on ... (Full Story & Photos)
On January 12th, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 4500 block of Roosevelt Drive in North Beach for the house fire. Engine Tanker 2 and Tanker 2 made the response.
The first arriving units from Calvert went on the scene with a two-story single-family home that had fire through the roof. They estimated the home to be 5,000 square feet or more.
On January 11th, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to Scarlett Oak Road in La Plata for the house fire. Chief 2 and Engine 22 made the response.
The first arriving units arrived to find a fire showing from an attached garage with an extension into the house. Chief 2 arrived on scene shortly after and assumed Incident Command. Engine 22 arrived and established a water supply as the crew reported ... (Full Story & Photos)
Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad would like to extend our condolences to Montgomery County Fire Rescue on the Line of Duty Death of a firefighter while working on the scene of a house fire.
On January 11th, the Prince George’s County Fire Department responded to a structure fire and requested assistance from Montgomery County. Shortly after arrival, a Montgomery County firefighter ... (Full Story & Photos)
On January 9th, 2025, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 4000 Block of Cortona Drive in Calvert County for the house fire. Chief 2A and Engine Tanker 2 made the response. Engine Tanker 2 was dispatched as the 5th die engine company.
The first arriving units found a two-story single-family house well off. Shortly after units began an aggressive fire attack, a partial collapse occurred, causing ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Friday January 3rd at approximately 807PM, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 23000 Block of Aquasco Road in PG County for the Motor Vehicle Collision. Chief 2B, Squad 2, and Paramedic Ambulance 28 responded. While responding the assignment was upgraded to subjects trapped. Units arrived on scene to find a two-vehicle collision with two subjects trapped, one in each vehicle. Squad 2 quickly ... (Full Story & Photos)
On Friday, January 3rd at the Charles County Volunteer Banquet, many volunteers throughout the County were recognized for their countless years of service to the citizens of our County.Two volunteers from Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad were recognized for dedication and commitment in keeping Hughesville, and Charles County, successful and safe.
On December 26th, at approximately 649PM, Hughesville Volunteers and surrounding departments were alerted to Olivers Shop Road and Burnt Store Road in Hughesville for a motor vehicle collision with one on fire. Chief 2B, Squad 2, Engine Tanker 2, EMS Chief 2A, and Paramedic Ambulance 2 responded to the scene.
Chief 2B arrived on the scene to find a two-vehicle collision with one vehicle well off. ... (Full Story & Photos)
Hughesville Volunteers and multiple units from Charles County, St Mary’s County and Calvert Counties are on the scene of a large brush fire in the area of McDonough High School. Forestry has been requested and multiple units be be responding through the area to contain the fire. Please yield to responding emergency vehicles.
Although the Statewide burn ban for Maryland was lifted, citizens are urged ... (Full Story)
On December 7th, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 29000 block of Charlotte Hall School Road in Mechanicsville for the structure fire. Engine 22 and Tanker 2 responded. Engine 22 arrived first laying a supply line from the driveway and finding a two story single family with nothing evident. Investigation revealed a a small fire inside a malfunctioning boiler which resulted in a large volume ... (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.