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National Weather Service Alerts for St. Mary's County Maryland
Since 1928, the St. Mary’s County Fire Departments have proudly served our community, offering professional fire and emergency services entirely free of charge. Our commitment to safeguarding St. Mary’s County spans nearly a century, built on a foundation of volunteerism, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to duty. Generation after generation, our departments have been pillars of safety and support, standing ready to respond at any hour, day or night.
As we carry forward this tradition, we remain dedicated to ensuring the protection of life and property for the residents of St. Mary’s County. With pride and purpose, we continue to serve, honoring the trust our community places in us and upholding the values that have defined our departments since their founding.
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Statewide Burn Ban
Maryland Department of Natural Resources , November 01
Dry, windy conditions have increased fire risk across the state and fueled ongoing wildfires
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning, effective today, November 1, in all Maryland counties.
Extremely dry conditions persist across the state and have led to an above average number of wildfires statewide, and conditions are not expected to change ... (Full Story & Photos)
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2 Alarm Fire in Valley Lee
Bay District Volunteers, April 24
At approximately 2:44 p.m. yesterday, a devastating fire broke out at Champion Auto Parts, located at 45864 Usher Lane, sending shockwaves through the community and prompting a swift and courageous response from local fire and rescue teams.
Upon receiving the distress call, emergency personnel rushed to the scene to find the 150×75 building fully consumed by flames. The intensity of the inferno posed ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Photos Courtesy of www.smnewsnet.com
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Winter Safety Tips
St. Mary's County Volunteers, November 17
Heating
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), heating is the second leading cause of U.S. home fires, deaths and injuries. December, January and February are the peak months for heating fires. Space heaters are the type of equipment most often involved in home heating equipment fires, figuring in two of every five fires (40%).
Carbon Monoxide
Often called the invisible killer, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Summer Safety Tips
St. Mary's County Volunteers, May 13
Keep these tips in mind as you and your family enjoy summer vacations, camping, family reunions, picnics and the Fourth of July.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Emergency Vehicle Decontamination
St. Mary's County Department of Emergency Services, May 13
St. Mary's County Department of Emergency Services
In two days, Servpro of St. Mary’s and Calvert County, decontaminated a total of 47 St. Mary’s County Emergency Response Vehicles pertaining to Police, Fire, EMS and Animal Control.
This operation was initiated and lead by St. Mary’s County Government, Department of Emergency Services, EMS Division Chief, Mr. David Stamey. He was assisted by Technical ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Pictured Below (L-R)- Servpro Employees, Mr. Mike Watts, Mr. Shannon Shreve, Mr. Scott Stauffer, followed by St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services employees- EMS Chief, David Stamey and Technical Services Coordinator, Mr. Scott Raley.
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