I received my first fire monitor for Christmas when I was 14 years old — two years before I was old enough to join the volunteer fire department.

I was already hooked. I wanted to be a dispatcher.

I graduated from high school in 1971. By the end of the year, I was working as a part-time dispatcher. In July 1972, I was hired full-time at Frederick County Central Alarm.

In 1972, there was no 911, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum located at 300B South Seton Av. in Emmitsburg, just north of the National Fire Academy, will open for the 2026 museum season on April 11, 2026.

We are very appreciative the Gladhill family has allowed the display of the 1919 Ahrens-Fox originally purchased for the United Steam Fire Engine Co. No. 3 and was part of the "Buck" Gladhill collection. Other artifacts ... (Full Story & Photos)

Frederick Health Blood Donor Center is currently working to increase awareness about the ongoing need for blood donors. All blood donations collected at our center stay local and go directly toward helping patients in our community. Please help us fill a criticial need by donating today.

For Blood Donation Schedule:

Click this link: https://calendly.com/frederick_health/new-meeting

or See Attached ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please see attached from the state. Thank You!

... (Full Story)

Medication Disposal Event - Scheduled for April 25, 2026

FREDERICK, Md. - On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Frederick County will take part in the Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day”. This semi-annual drive-through event offers Frederick County community members the opportunity to safely get rid of potentially dangerous, expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs. ... (Full Story & Photos)

FREDERICK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL WORK-BASED LEARNING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services (VFRS) High School Work-Based Learning Program

NOW ENROLLING!
Interested in Fire or Rescue? Want real hands-on experience?
This program puts you in the action!

WHO CAN APPLY?
• Frederick County high school juniors and seniors
• Homeschooled students age 16+ living in Frederick County
• ... (Full Story & Photos)

At the meeting of The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association at the New Market District Volunteer Fire Company on Thursday March 19th the Association voted to donate $1,000 to the Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum.

The Museum contains the history of the Fire Service in Frederick County and has artifacts, pictures and early apparatus of the fire and rescue companies that have served ... (Full Story & Photos)

Spring seems to have sprung, finally! Time to start mowing the lawn…and to remind people to keep children away from lawn mowers.

Research shows about 10,000 lawn mower accidents send children to the hospital every year, causing injuries more severe than any other tool or device. Children can fall and slip into the blade, especially if the grass is wet. Please keep children away from lawn mowers.

Attached, ... (Full Story)

Congratulations to Jason Blake for being appointed as Director of Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services! The County Council confirmed the appointment.

“Jason Blake’s extensive background in fire and rescue services demonstrates his expertise in the field and his commitment to serving others,” said County Executive Jessica Fitzwater. “He is an accomplished leader whose experience and ... (Full Story & Photos)

April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month — a month we dedicate to teaching fellow pet parents about providing emergency care to their animals.

The first thing all pet parents should understand is that prevention is the best medicine.

While you can’t stop all accidents from happening, you can take steps to reduce the dangers and risks your pet faces every day.
All pet parents should be familiar ... (Full Story & Photos)

National Volunteer month in the United States takes place in the month of April. Volunteering used to be instilled at a young age within our country. Most organizations within our towns, counties and state would not function without volunteers. In many families, volunteerism is handed down for many generations.

Many fire and rescue departments are staffed by volunteers and career staff. Although ... (Full Story & Photos)

It can be frustrating to have trouble sleeping several nights on end. How do you know if you should start taking a sleeping pill or supplement? Natalie Dautovich from the National Sleep Foundation explains the basics on sleep medication and when to begin using it.

Unfortunately sleep does not come naturally for some people for several possible reasons. Trouble sleeping can lead to drowsiness , ... (Full Story & Photos)

National Volunteer month in the United States takes place in the month of April. Volunteering is still instilled at a young age within our country. Most organizations within our towns, counties and state would not function without volunteers. In many families, volunteerism was handed down for many generations.

April 19 -25, 2026 is National Volunteer Week.

Many fire and rescue departments remain ... (Full Story & Photos)

Did you know that Frederick County Fire & Rescue is a combination department of both career and volunteer personnel? Did you know that Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue operate 33 stations—and 27 of those are volunteer-owned? Our volunteers are the backbone of emergency services, responding to calls, maintaining equipment, and keeping our community safe. As call volumes continue to rise, ... (Full Story & Photos)

BURN PERMIT APPLICATION AND PAYMENT NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick County Health Department's Environmental Health office is excited to announce that the application process for burn permits can now be completed completely online at Health.FrederickCountyMD.gov/BurnPermit.

The process begins when a community member submits an application for a burn permit. Health Department staff ... (Full Story)