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The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association, Inc.
(FCVFRA)
For information to volunteer with The
Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services,
contact Joyce Shry at JShry@frederickcountymd.gov
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Volunteers, access Frederick County online training here.
| Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness MonthFCVFRA, January 15 As we embark on January, recognized as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month, it is crucial to underscore our commitment to comprehensive health and safety practices. Recent statistics from the 2023 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial reveal that 63% of the names added to the wall were members who succumbed to occupational cancer. In response, our collective efforts are vital protocols for cancer prevention ... (Full Story & Photos) |  |
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20 Years Ago Today from the files of The Frederick News-PostFCVFRA, January 08
Saturday January 8, 2005
Two Frederick County fire stations will receive new engines and ambulances by February and several other stations are slated to purchase new equipment this year.
The county bought a new $329,000 pumper for the Westview Fire Station. The New Market District Volunteer Fire Co. substation in Green Valley is set to receive a new ambulance in February. The Green Valley station ... (Full Story)
| Icy Road Winter Driving TipsFCVFRA, December 23 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) |  |
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| Winter Heating Safety MessageFCVFRA, November 06 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) |  |
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Portable Heater SafetyFCVFRA, November 01
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.
Recent ... (Full Story)
| Winter Storms and Extreme Cold….Do you know what to do?FCVFRA, November 01 Winter Storm WARNINGS can be life-threatening and severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours. Winter storms create higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning and heart attacks from overexertion. Winter storms and blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds. Winter storms can: last a few hours to several ... (Full Story & Photos) |  |
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Volunteers NeededMember Joyce Shry, October 01 Do you have what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter? Our selection criteria require that volunteers:• Be at least 16 years of age.• Have a valid driver’s license.• Be healthy and in good physical condition.• Complete basic fire or EMS training• Live in close proximity to the fire station.• Have a clean criminal record.• Meet the minimum ongoing training requirements.• Respond to a certain ... (Full Story & Photos) |
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Move Over Slow Down LawFCVFRA, October 01
Maryland State Police Reminding Motorists Move Over Law Expanded To All Vehicles Beginning 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)
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GEAR UP! Join the Excitement today! Volunteer with usGear UP, October 01 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) |
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| Babysitting Safety Fire TipsFCVFRA, September 27 Whether you work full time outside the home or are simply going out for the evening, you want the best possible care for your children while you are away from them. Before you hire anyone to watch over your children, make sure they are a mature, experienced, capable individual who truly cares about the welfare of the children. Babysitting can be a great money earning opportunity but it comes with ... (Full Story & Photos) |  |
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Do YOU Know When and How to Properly Wash Your Hands?FCVFRA, September 12 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) |
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| The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services Internship ProgramFCVFRA, September 01 Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services wants YOU! The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services Work-Based Internship Program is offered to high school juniors and seniors by Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services. If you have or know of anyone that's interested in getting some great training, obtain life skills and are either a company volunteer member in need of classes or ... (Full Story & Photos) |  |
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Car Safety Seat HotlineFCVFRA, September 01 Is Your Family Riding in a Safe Manner? Protecting children in cars requires a long-term commitment. Field experience during child safety seat checkpoints show that 9 out of 10 child safety seats are not being used or installed correctly. Children progress through the use of infant seats, toddler seats and finally booster seats before they are of the proper age, height, and weight to wear the vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos) |
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| Schools Are In Session – Motorists Be Alert!FCVFRA, September 01 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) |  |
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