1:20 p.m. today, 911 center received a call for a "reported house on fire" in the 1600 blk of Boarman Court in the Bannister Section of Waldorf. CCSO o/s reports "smoke showing with one female occupant with burns to her hands". E-33 with 6 volunteers reported on the scene confirming smoke and stretched a hose line into the dwelling finding a "kitchen fire". Within minutes, E-33 reports fire in out, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Everyone, my last official day will be July 16, 2019 and I just wanted to pass on to all the volunteer departments throughout the county my many thanks for the dedicated help to me over the past 30 years. Your dedication to help keep the roads passable and safe during any weather events was surely appreciated.

Thank everyone for the assistance to Charles County Public Works

Sincerely ,
Ronald Wright ... (Full Story & Photos)

The officers and members of the Indian Head Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Inc. sadly announce the passing of Life Member, Past Assistant Fire Chief and Past Vice President Porter Hamrick. The following is a short clip from the obituary:

He was a member of Indian Head Baptist Church where he served as an usher. Porter was a volunteer fireman most of his life, starting when he was 24. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Thomas (Tommy) Jenkins, 53 of Nanjemoy, Maryland passed on June 11, 2019 at Washington Hospital Center.

Tommy worked at many jobs in his life. Some of his favorites were planting, cutting and cutting tobacco for our neighbors, bailing hay, carpentry work (building houses or making things), being a dispatcher Fire/Ems center. He also loved being a volunteer fire fighter (life member). The fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Nanjemoy Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., regrets to announce the passing of Arwin Vandergrift, Past Chief, Firefighter, and Life Member after a long illness. For over 60 years, he served our Department and community and held numerous ranks within our Department. He could always be counted on to speak his mind and render assistance when needed.

Arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: July 1st ... (Full Story)

Just after noon today, Volunteers from Waldorf, Hughesville, La Plata and Department of Emergency Services responded to a "one car accident with entrapment". HVFD Chief 2 (Herbert) arrived just after dispatch and reported a vehicle with subject inside and "live power lines" on the vehicle. WVFD Chief 3 (Jenkins) arrived on scene, established "command" and requested to expedite SMECO who arrived in ... (Full Story & Photos)

The volunteer associations received a generous donation this morning from Mission BBQ in Waldorf. These funds will enhance our mission in continuing to provide the very best available service to the residents and visitors of Charles County. We sincerely want to thank the owners and staff for their hospitality and generosity for the fundraising event they held for the volunteers in early May. We were ... (Full Story & Photos)

Shortly after noon today, 911 center received a call from a citizen that said "a female was hanging onto her kayak screaming for help". Engine 92, Engine 74, RE113, Boat #4, Air Boat #8, was dispatched to Slaven's Dock @108 Mattingly Ave. and Boat #20 from NDW Indian Head was dispatched to assist per Chief 8 (Hudson). Chief 9A (Higdon) arrived o/s at Slaven's, assumed command requesting all units ... (Full Story & Photos)

At the bi-monthly Charles County Association of Emergency Medical Services meeting on Monday June 10th, County EMS Chief Yesse announced he has been deployed to New York to continue his active duty employment with the Air Force Reserves for the next two years. Reluctantly, he will step down as our County Volunteer EMS Chief effective June 30th to re-locate to his next duty station. We wish all the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Saturday afternoon, while returning from training, Fire Boat 8 was alerted for a boat taking on water in the Potomac River near marker 47. The boat was still at the launch site and was able to get underway immediately. Fireboat 8 arrived within about 3 minutes and found a 21’ vessel actively taking on water. The two occupants were removed and placed on the Fireboat. A de-watering pump was placed in ... (Full Story & Photos)

James Rholand Hayden, Sr., 86, of Bushwood, MD departed this life on June 2, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.

Rholand was born June 9, 1932, was a life-long resident of St. Mary’s County. He was raised on his family farm where hard work was instilled and family stuck together. Rholand met and fell in love with his best friend, and forever love, Mary Ann Hill. They were married on September ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with heavy hearts and deepest regrets we announce the passing of life member and past president, Edward McBride. Ed passed yesterday evening surrounded by his family. Ed has been a pillar in this department for 50 plus years. He will be sorely missed. Please keep the McBride family, and his extended family here at the firehouse in your prayers. Ed, rest easy, we will take it from here.

Funeral ... (Full Story & Photos)

still love this video, never gets old; constant reminder of the sacrifices our volunteer fire and EMS give of their families, neighbors and community. Please share as appropriate... (Full Story)