Fire & Rescue

Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department Station 831 Staff Relocated Due to Firehouse Safety Concerns

Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department Station 831 Staff Relocated Due to Firehouse Safety Concerns

On Wednesday, January 24, 2024, Prince George’s County Fire Chief Tiffany D. Green, and Command Staff hosted a community meeting, held at Station 831 with the residents, volunteer leadership, and elected officials to discuss the need for the temporary relocation of assigned career and volunteer personnel. A complement of 20 career firefighters and 18...
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Woman Transported to Hospital with Leg Injury After Being Struck by Vehicle in Lexington Park

Woman Transported to Hospital with Leg Injury After Being Struck by Vehicle in Lexington Park

On Saturday, January 27, 2024, at approximately 9:15 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Pegg Road and Spring Wood Court in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Crews arrived on the scene to find an adult female was struck by a vehicle and was...
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Baltimore Woman Charged with 10 Counts of Attempted Murder Following Violent Crime Spree

Baltimore Woman Charged with 10 Counts of Attempted Murder Following Violent Crime Spree

The Prince George’s County Police Department located and arrested a suspect who committed two stabbings and several additional violent crimes in the county Thursday evening. The suspect is 31-year-old Tanay Stallings-Brown of Baltimore. On January 25, 2024, at approximately 5:05 pm, PGPD officers were dispatched to Forest Park Drive and Ritchie Road in Capitol...
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Police Investigating Attempted Murder in White Plains, Multiple Residences Struck by Gunfire

Police Investigating Attempted Murder in White Plains, Multiple Residences Struck by Gunfire

On Friday, January 26, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the 3000 block of Amberton Court in White Plains, for a possible shooting. The 911 caller was hysterical and could not provide much information other than a male subject was shot and actively being driven to an area...
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VIDEO: Four Transported to Hospital After Collision in Lexington Park

VIDEO: Four Transported to Hospital After Collision in Lexington Park

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Great Mills Road and South Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park, for a serious motor vehicle collision with one trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find three vehicles involved with one subject trapped in the SUV. Firefighters extricated...
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Bay Bridge Westbound Span Still Closed Due to Serious Motor Vehicle Pileup Involving Over 13 Vehicles

Bay Bridge Westbound Span Still Closed Due to Serious Motor Vehicle Pileup Involving Over 13 Vehicles

As of 12:10 p.m.; westbound lanes remain closed – east and westbound traffic are alternating on the eastbound span. There is currently no estimated time for reopening. Tow trucks are on the scene however, drivers are asked to delay travel in the area or move to the side of Route 50 to allow emergency...
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CSM Celebrates 2023-2024 Graduates Pursuing Health Care Careers

CSM Celebrates 2023-2024 Graduates Pursuing Health Care Careers

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students who have chosen to pursue careers in health care were celebrated Thursday, Jan. 11 at the Health Career Readiness Recognition ceremony. Seventy-eight students who completed programs to become clinical medical assistants, certified nursing and geriatric nursing assistants, dental assistants, phlebotomy technicians, paramedics, nutrition coaches and personal trainers in...
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Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Gifts New Life-Saving Equipment to Fire Department

Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Gifts New Life-Saving Equipment to Fire Department

By RVFD Vice President / Lieutenant Scot Best; Throughout the year, our Auxiliary holds multiple fundraising events to raise funds for the support of the RVFD organization. At our January Business Meeting, members of the Auxiliary, including President Debbie Fairfax and Vice President Jessica Snyder, presented several important firefighter life safety items to RVFD...
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One Transported to Trauma Center After Rollover Collision in Mechanicsville

One Transported to Trauma Center After Rollover Collision in Mechanicsville

On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at approximately 6:12 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 27534 Old Village Road and Reeves Road in Mechanicsville, for the motor vehicle collision with one overturned and unknown injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to report one vehicle in the roadway and one vehicle...
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Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department to Host Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department to Host Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

(Vote passed with no nays) On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department requested authorization from St. Mary’s County Commissioners to hold a public hearing and meetings to discuss a Fire Tax rate increase. This increase would go from the current rate of 0.024, to $0.056 which equates to $111.54 per household...
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Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

(Vote passed with no nays) On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department requested authorization from St. Mary’s County Commissioners to hold public hearings and meetings to discuss a Fire Tax rate increase. This increase would go from the current rate of .036 to .056, which equates to $48.85 per household or...
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Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Public Hearing to Discuss Increase of Fire Tax Rate

(Vote passed with no nays) On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department requested authorization from St. Mary’s County Commissioners to hold public hearings and meetings to discuss a Fire Tax rate increase. This increase would go from .046 to .056 which equates to $28.18 per household per year, or a $2.35...
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One Injured After Head-on Collision Involving Semi-Truck and SUV in Clements

One Injured After Head-on Collision Involving Semi-Truck and SUV in Clements

On Thursday, January 25, 2024, at approximately 12:18 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the Budds Creek Road and Colton Point Road traffic circle in Clements, for a motor vehicle collision involving a commercial vehicle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a head-on collision involving a semi-truck and an SUV with...
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Jennifer Aubert-Utz Appointed Director of St. Mary’s County Emergency Services

Jennifer Aubert-Utz Appointed Director of St. Mary’s County Emergency Services

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Aubert-Utz as the new Director for St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Emergency Services (DES). “After an extensive recruitment process, we are very pleased to announce Ms. Aubert-Utz as our incoming Director of Emergency Services,” said Commissioner President Randy Guy....
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United Front Against Cancer: IAFF Partners with Firefighter Cancer Support Network to Raise Awareness

United Front Against Cancer: IAFF Partners with Firefighter Cancer Support Network to Raise Awareness

By FREMS Division Erin Ward, January 23, 2024: In a powerful alliance aimed at addressing a critical issue faced by our modern-day heroes, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) joined forces with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) and designated January as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month. Together, they are working tirelessly to...
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St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – January 23, 2024

St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – January 23, 2024

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) began their business meeting with an invocation and the pledge, followed by approval of the consent agenda. For their main agenda item, the Commissioners accepted a check from the Tri-County Council of Southern Maryland for the Barns at New Market. During County Administrator time, the CSMC took...
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One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision in Mechanicsville 1-23-2024

One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision in Mechanicsville 1-23-2024

On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at approximately 12:12 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 37861 Golden Beach Road and Killpeck Creek Court in Mechanicsville, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find two vehicles involved with two patients to be evaluated for...
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Quick Response Saves Home from Further Damage During Attic Fire in California

Quick Response Saves Home from Further Damage During Attic Fire in California

On Monday, January 23, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Leonardtown, Hollywood, NAS Patuxent River and Solomons responded to the 22000 block of Victorian Drive in California, for the reported house fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a one story single family home with light smoke coming from the...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Proudly Introduces New K9 Team DFC Hendrickson and K-9 Atlas

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Proudly Introduces New K9 Team DFC Hendrickson and K-9 Atlas

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the graduation and deployment of one new K-9 team. After an extensive 26-week training program, DFC Sean Hendrickson and his four-legged partner are ready to assist in the mission of protecting and serving the citizens of Calvert County. Canines are a vital tool for law...
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Two Suspects Charged with Attempted Murder of Officer After Police Involved Shooting and 30 Minute Pursuit

Two Suspects Charged with Attempted Murder of Officer After Police Involved Shooting and 30 Minute Pursuit

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Major Crimes Division charged two suspects with the attempted murder of a police officer following an officer-involved shooting in the unincorporated section of Upper Marlboro on Sunday. The suspects are 51-year-old Dennis Burkett of Brandywine and 50-year-old Robert Burkett Jr. of Temple Hills. On January 21, 2024, at...
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Sprinklers and Quick Firefighter Response Save California Residence After Lithium Ion Battery Causes Fire

Sprinklers and Quick Firefighter Response Save California Residence After Lithium Ion Battery Causes Fire

On Friday, January 19, 2024, at approximately 11:05 a.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, and Hollywood responded to the 43000 block of Sweetbay Street in California, for the reported basement fire in a residence. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2-story single-family residence with smoke coming from the front door....
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Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Agenda Meeting Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 to Discuss Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy and County Fire Tax Increases

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Agenda Meeting Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 to Discuss Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy and County Fire Tax Increases

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Meeting – THIS AGENDA IS TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE. Meeting of: Commissioners of St. Mary’s County in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Chesapeake Building, 41770 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650 on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. Meeting agenda includes the following; 9:00...
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Two Flown to Trauma Centers, One Child Transported After Head-on Collision in Park Hall

Two Flown to Trauma Centers, One Child Transported After Head-on Collision in Park Hall

On Saturday, January 20, 2024, at approximately 10:28 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 47851 Park Hall Road in Park Hall, for an automated 911 call from an Apple device reporting a serious collision. Crews arrived in the area to find a head-on collision involving a pickup truck and...
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House Fire in Indian Head Under Investigation, No Injuries Reported

House Fire in Indian Head Under Investigation, No Injuries Reported

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, at approximately 11:20 p.m., firefighters from Teneth District, Potomac Heights, NDW Indian Head, NDW Stump Neck, Bryans Road and additional area departments responded to 6157 Mason Springs Road in Indian Head, for the reported structure fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two-story residence with smoke showing...
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Two Children and One Adult Transported After Vehicle Overturns in Waldorf

Two Children and One Adult Transported After Vehicle Overturns in Waldorf

On Saturday, January 20, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 4316 Leonardtown Road in Waldorf, for the serious motor vehicle collision with multiple trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway, on its side with three subjects trapped. Firefighters...
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