As many of you are aware, I have written that the fire station of the United Steam Fire Engine Co. NO. 3 at 79 South Market Street is the oldest continuously operating fire station in the United States. I have been in recent communications with Paul Vincent, a firefighter in the City of York, PA, historian and Trustee of the Laurel Fire Company in York. He has been doing some extensive research and, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Whatever is beautiful, Whatever is meaningful, Whatever brings you happiness, May it be yours.
Warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year from the Executive Committee of The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association.

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The winter holiday season is traditionally a festive and eventful time of year. Celebrations, family gatherings and visits from house guests traditionally increase in number during the season. Statistics show that the incidents of home fires and electrical accidents also typically increase during the winter holiday season.

Festive celebrations, flickering lights and winter greens are hallmarks of ... (Full Story & Photos)

100 Years Ago Tuesday November. 24, 1925

Fire this morning early wrecked brick houses on West Sixth street belonging to Frank V. Staub and occupied by several families, and damaged four adjoining frame structures, owned by Mrs. Johanna Brightwell. The fire broke out at about 2 o’clock this morning, and spread rapidly through the brick dwellings. The three fire companies responded. Several hundred ... (Full Story)

Joe Lenhart of the New Midway Volunteer Fire Company is presented with a 50 year award for service at The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association meeting in Rocky Ridge. Presenting the award are New Midway VFC Chief Bryan Pescatore on the right and Deputy Chief Michael Rabaiotti in the center.... (Full Story & Photos)

Attached, are some holiday fire safety tips.
Please stay safe this holiday season as you enjoy it with friends and family.
Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving, A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association
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Each year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, also known as MADD, kicks off the holiday season with their “MADD Tie One On For Safety Holiday” Campaign. This annual effort kicks off the festive season by reminding us to drive safe, sober and buckle up throughout the holiday season. This year the Tie One On For Safety campaign is promoting alternative drink options that won’t get you intoxicated.

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We live in a part of the country that gets snow and ice. Winter driving isn’t solely about dealing with snow, ice on the road is a bigger threat. Black ice, in particular, is very dangerous because it’s invisible. Are you prepared to drive in these conditions?

Planning and preventative maintenance are important year-round—but especially when it comes to winter driving. We have attached for your ... (Full Story & Photos)

As winter and colder weather approach, the use of portable heaters increases. Electric or gas heaters are very handy to supplement insufficient heat in offices, homes, and other areas; however, they can create hazards if not used properly. Without careful monitoring, heaters can create an electric shock hazard, burns to users, carbon monoxide poisoning, fires, or possibly even explosions.

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As the seasons change, prepare for the heating your home safely by following some simple safety steps.

Have you chimney cleaned and checked before using fireplace or woodstove.

Have you furnace checked and cleaned.

Make sure you dispose of all coals and embers in water, never in plastic bags, paper bags or cardboard boxes. Embers can remain hot for several days. Do not store embers inside of house, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Maryland State Police Reminding Motorists Move Over Law Expanded To All Vehicles on Oct. 1, 2022

(PIKESVILLE, MD) – The Maryland State Police are reminding motorists that on October 1, 2022, the Move Over Law in Maryland expanded to require motorists to make a lane change or slow down when approaching any stopped, standing, or parked vehicle displaying warning signals – including hazard warning ... (Full Story & Photos)

Frederick County Schools are in session! Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services would like to remind motorists to be alert when travelling through school zones and neighborhoods where children are present. Children are difficult to see and are the most unpredictable pedestrians. Children are usually very comfortable in their surroundings, whether they are running and playing with friends, or ... (Full Story & Photos)

Keeping hands clean through improved hand hygiene is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. If clean, running water is not accessible, as is common in many parts of the world, use soap and available water. If soap and water are unavailable, use ... (Full Story & Photos)

Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services wants YOU!

The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services High School Work-Based Learning Internship Program is offered to Frederick County high school juniors and seniors by Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services. Local volunteers may attend this program also by registering using the attached student application.

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Our volunteers are dedicated and professional gearing up everyday!

We are mechanics, bankers, retail store employees. We are in real estate, car sales and the fast-food industry. We build houses, farm and drive trucks. If you need a shirt embroidered, we can do that too. We are students and educators. We work on the beach selling necklaces. We are married and divorced. My family does this with me. ... (Full Story & Photos)