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2022 - 2023
SMVFA - Meetings
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July 25, 2022
Seventh District VRS
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September 26, 2022
Solomons VRSFD
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November 28, 2022
St. Leonard VFD
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January 30, 2023
St. Mary's ALS
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March 27, 2023
Tenth District VFD
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Convention
April 29-30
Prince Frederick VFD |
All meetings will be in person and a Zoom option will also be offered for those wishing to join Virtually |
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It’s Okay To Say I’m Not Okay
Southern Maryland Volunteers, November 30
The Bay DIstrict VFD will be hosting It's Okay To Say I'm Not Okay by David Lewis MSFA PP on March 8th at 6:00 pm at the Braddock Hall at 46900 S. Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park.
Please sign up below so we can ensure we setup enough chairs for everyone.
It is open to anyone and everyone.
https://www.smvfa.net/apps/public/database/formAdd.cfm?Form_ID=31
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The ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Celebrate National Fire Prevention Week with the Safe Use of Micromobility Products
Consumer Product Safety Commission, October 12
WASHINGTON, D.C. – E-scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards have grown in popularity among Americans in recent years, as a way to get to and from work or school, or for fun. A new report released today by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) finds that emergency room (ER)-treated injuries and deaths with these products are also increasing. In light of the spike in injuries, CPSC reminds ... (Full Story & Photos)
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About Fire Prevention Week
Southern Maryland Volunteers, October 05
Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Fire Extinguisher Training at St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Lieutenant Scot Best, August 23
On Monday evening (August 22nd), Ridge VFD educators were asked by St. Mary’s College of Maryland to teach their new group of Resident Assistants (RAs) about fire extinguishers and fire safety. Very often, major catastrophes can be avoided through the proper use of a portable fire extinguisher. They are intended to be used during the “incipient stage” of a fire (just started and/or is small) when ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Passing of Charter member Edward Kennett
Members of SDVRS, August 22
The officers and members of the Seventh District Vol. Rescue Squad regret to announce the passing of Edward "Eddie" Kennett.
Eddie became a Charter member of the Rescue Squad in 1960. Eddie was an Asst. Engineer for many years and was consistently a top responder.
He was a life member and an inductee into the SMVFA Hall of Fame recognizing his 54 years of service.
Eddie was also active with the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Structure Fire: Melbourne Avenue
NBVFD, August 22
Tower 1 and Boat 1 responded mutual aid to Anne Arundel County at 5:33pm on August 21, 2022, for a vacant house on fire in Deale. Tower 1’s crew was assigned rapid intervention, the role on the fireground responsible for rescuing firefighters who become lost or trapped in a building.
Boat 1 was assigned water supply and used its pump to provide water to the fireground.
Crews remained on the scene ... (Full Story & Photos)
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