http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/rss News articles published on mvfd.com using RSS 2.0 Thu, 17 May 2012 20:20:20 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1277 Rescue Squad 2 left for its new home today. The Conover Fire Department, located in North Carolina, purchased our 1999 Spartan/Saulsbury heavy rescue and came to complete the necessary paperwork and pick up the unit. Chief Mark Henson and crew arrived at Station 2 at approximately 1015 hours. Members of Conover had been up a couple weeks prior to look over the unit, drive it and made the department an offer a few days later. After a quick overview of the unit to include the use of the cascade system, Apparatus Chairperson Guyther and Chief Henson completed the necessary paperwork in order to finalize the sale. Chief Raley signed over the title to the unit, which sealed the deal. Firefighters pushed the rescue out of the station for its last time with the Fire Chief behind the wheel. We wish the members of the Conover Fire Department the best of luck with the unit and know it will serve the citizens they protect well just as it did here for the last twelve and a half years. Stay tuned for additional pictures of the unit as Conover transitions the unit into their fleet. http://www.rcdphotography.com/Fire-Rescue/Events/Squad-2-Farewell-51612/23015102_bpxc56#!i=1851099709&k=vLz5kN7 http://www.conovernc.gov/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={7F14B54D-7931-408A-85B3-344AC57497BF} Thu, 17 May 2012 11:22:26 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1277 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1276 At 1617 hours, the rescue assignment was alerted to the area of 28220 Thompson's Corner Road, near Millwood Lane for the motor vehicle accident. Initial reports advised of two vehicles head on, with entrapment. This alerted Rescue Engine 22, Charles Rescue Engine 141, Charles Rescue Squad 10, EMS Stations 29, Charles 2, Charles 15 and SMALS Medic 2. Chief 2A arrived on location confirming the information given at dispatch and established the "Thompson's Corner Road Command". Rescue Engine 22 (FF/EMNT Raley) arrived on the scene and went to work stabilizing the vehicle and deploying the HRT equipment for the extrication. Firefighters removed the drivers door and rolled the dash in order to free the trapped driver and command returned Rescue Squad 10, Rescue Engine 141 and Charles Ambulance 158. After assessment, both patients would require aeromedical transport and Trooper 7 was alerted to the incident. Both patients were transported to Prince George's General by Trooper 7 and Engine 23 handled the lnading zone at Millwood Lane and Thompson's Corner. Units operated on the scene for just over an hour. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:37:47 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1276 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1275 Crews worked vigourously over the past week cleaning Rescue Engine 222 and Command 2 to attend the Twin Valley Fire Department Housing and Parade on May 12th. Members became acquainted with Fire Captain Dan Brooks, of Twin Valley, as he is one of several Pennsylvania Firefighters that come fill-in for us at our banquet and other various events that we have held. In return, he asked our company to provide a fill-in overnight after the housing event so their members could have the night off. Crews departed Station 2 at 0500 hours with a three and a half hour trip ahead of them. Units arrived at Twin Valley at about 0900 hours and began the final touches before heading to the judging and registration area. Crews were recieving comments from other firemen and citizens the whole time they we were wiping down. Rescue Engine 222 and the Command Unit were judged and proceeded through the parade at 1300 hours. At 1600 hours trophies were awarded, and "The Deuce" was awarded two trophies, Company Coming the Longest Distance and The Most Functional and Best Equipped Command Unit. Rescue Engine 222 then joined in with all of the other apparatus in the traditional "wetdown" of the station. After the wet down, Rescue Engine 222 handled the "fill-in" with Martins Corner Engine 34-5 for the overnight shift. Crews were alerted to one call but it was cancelled seconds after dispatch. Crews had a great time and would like to congratulate the membership of the Twin Valley Fire Company for a job well done. https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/3rd-Alarm-Photography/208000269315611 http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=4jOiIeTald0#! Wed, 16 May 2012 14:43:50 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1275 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1274 At 1323 hours, Station 5 was alerted to a Hazardous Condition call at the intersection of Budds Creek Road and Colton Point Road. Squad 5 responded on the call and arrived to find a fuel oil transport tanker that had spilled an unknown amount of product in the intersection. Upon further investigation the crew determined that one of the top fills was unsecured on the tank and when the vehicle stopped at the intersection several gallons flowed out of the truck and on to the road. It was also determined that the fuel had traveled into a storm drain which comprimised a waterway. Squad 5 requested the hazmat team and established the command. Reports were also received from motorist that product was on the road in the area of Chaptico. Command then requested Company 2 be added to the call to check that area. Hazmat 18 and Hazmat 13 along with Engine 132 and Rescue Squad 2 responded on the call. Engine 11 was also added for manpower. Once hazmat team members arrived MDE was requested due to the nature of the spill and communications started the State Highway Administration for sand trucks. Crews put down numerous bags of absorbant and ensured the leak was contained at the truck. Booms were placed in a stream that ran to the St. Clement's Bay to contain any oil that entered the storm drains in the area. Hazmat 16 was requested to the scene for the pump off units but they were not utilized. Hazmat 13 team members went to the top of the tanker and pumped the remaining oil into buckets that was in the cat walk. Once the oil was pumped in the buckets the truck was moved out of the road. State Highway spread two loads of sand on the road to eliminate anyfurther traffic hazards. Once the sand was spread the road was opened back up. MDE responded to the scene to oversee the cleanup. **Pics and info courtesy of Seventh District V.F.D.** Thu, 10 May 2012 13:13:58 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1274 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1273 At 1631 hours, Engine Companies 7, 2, 1, 9, Truck 7, Water Supply 5, and EMS Stations 79 and 29 were alerted to 42306 Allison Drive in Sandgates for the reported house fire with smoke coming from the attic. Engine 24 (Lt Cox), and Rescue 2 (AFC Trowbridge) went enroute with ten at dispatch. Chief 7(Brady) arrived to find a one story, single family home with nothing showing but an odor in the house. He advised the first engine and first special service to report to Side "alpha" and no need to drop a supply line as the the fire had already been extinguished. Engine 24, and Rescue Squad 2 arrived simultaneously and went to work investigating both the attic and first floor area for the source. Crews found insulation on top of a light fixture in the attic that had caught fire. The power was secured and the insulation was removed. The house was scanned with the thermal imager as Command scaled teh assignment back to Engine 24, 73, and Rescue 2 for clean-up. Units operated on the scene for approximately thirty minutes. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:43:44 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1273 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1272 At 1824 hours, Stations 22, 2, and EMS Stations 29 and Charles 2 were alerted to Golden Beach Road and Market Drive for the Personal Injury Accident. Units arrived to find a Property Damage Only Accident and returned to service. At 1924 hours, Charles County alerted units to Leonardtown Road in the area of the St. Mary's County Line for the motor vehicle collision reported one overturned, and another on fire. With this, Chief 2 and Chief 2A made the determination to start that way with the Rescue Squad. Seconds later Charles County upgraded the assignment with subjects trapped in the vehicle on fire. Rescue Squad 2 (Sgt Degruy), Chief 2, and Chief 2A made the response with ten personnel and arrived just behind the unitsfrom Hughesville to find three patients in serious condition, a vehicle well-off, another overturned but no entrapment. The crew split and went to work extinguishing the auto fire and assisting with patient care. All three patients would require air medical transport and were airlifted to area trauma centers by Troopers 2 and 7. Units operated on the scene for approximately forty-five minutes. Wed, 09 May 2012 15:06:27 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1272 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1271 In the last few weeks, members have continued training and practicing various skills. On April 26th, members proceeded to Indian Creek Pier in Golden Beach to review surface water rescue operations. Members reviewed water rescue procedures, use of throw bags, and entered the water in the dry suits utilizing recently purchased PFD's and helmets. On Monday night, members drilled on the new forcible entry door trainer. This prop allows the members to learn and practice proper forcible entry techniques using the "irons". It also allows members to practice cutting with the rescue saw. This is a great addition to the deparment for training, and it was put to work on Monday night. Thu, 03 May 2012 22:49:10 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1271 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1270 Serious Motorcycle Accident In Maddox At 1347 hours, Stations 2, 29 and 59 were alerted to a motor vehicle accident, involving a motorcycle on Chaptico Road in the area of Budds Creek Road. As units were responding new information was received that the accident was located at Maddox Road and Notley Hall Road. Company 5 was added to the call. Rescue Squad 2, Engine 23 and Chief 2A responded on the run. Information was received that the patient was seriously injured and a medevac was started based on the information provided. Ambulance 599 along with Engine 23 and Squad 2 arrived on the scene and located a single motorcycle with a single patient in the woods. Based on the injuries the helicopter was cancelled. Chief 2A assumed command until Chief 5 arrived. Crews from Company 2 and Company 5 assisted with removing the patient. Ambulance 599 transported the patient priority one to St. Mary's Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The scene was turned over to the Sheriff's Office and all units went in service within an hour. **The Department extends its condolensces to those affected by this incident** *Pics courtesy of SDVFD* Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:48:33 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1270 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1269 At 1744 hours, the working fire assignment was sent to 28270 Old Village Road in Mechanicsville for the house on fire. This alerted Stations 2, Charles 2, Charles 5, 7, Truck 7, Water Supply 5 and EMS Stations 29 and Charles 2. Engine 23 went enroute at dispatch, reporting a working fire from quarters. Engine 24 was clearing a medevac and responded from the southern end of the first due. Engine 23 arrived on the scene of a three story, single family, laying out from the driveway, reporting heavy fire from side "Charlie". The crew initially advanced a 1.75" making an attack on the fire and as additional units arrived several lines were stretched into the structure. Crews encountered fire on all three divisions, which was stubborn to contain with the balloon frame and lathe and plaster construction. With all crews working, Command requested two additional engines and a special service to the scene for manpower bringing Engine 51 (enroute to fill Station 2) Engine 11 and Truck 1 to the scene. Firefighters worked together to bring the fire under control and completed extensive overhaul. Units operated on the scene for four hours and thirty minutes. Chief 2B (Bellevou) held the "Old Village Road Command" Engine 93 handled the fill in at Station 2. Special thanks to the ladies auxiliary for bringing rehab to the scene. For additional pictures http://photosbydan.smugmug.com/Fire-HazMat-EMS/2012/Old-Vllage-Rd-House-Fire-4-9/22367736_c4cPrc#!i=1788022379&k=dL3qcGz **pics courtesy of John Douglass and Dan Emmart** Wed, 11 Apr 2012 03:20:03 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1269 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1268 At 1251 hours, the engine company was alerted to 102 Charleston Court in La Plata on the second alarm for a townhouse fire. Units arrived with a well advanced fire and requested the second alarm immediately. Engine 23 (Chief 2) made the response and arrived in staging, where we remained for a short time. The crew was eventually sent to the scene where they assisted with overhaul before being placed in service. The engine was back in quarters at 1512 hours. **Pics courtesy of Clark Embrey** Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:22:16 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1268 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1267 The Department has for sale the following unit: USED HEAVY RESCUE FOR SALE SELLER: Mechanicsville VFD 28165 Hills Club Road Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Contact Name: John Raley (301) 672-5722, tbone@mvfd.com Contact Name: Joe Guyther (301) 481-3714, joseph.guyther@verizon.net ASKING PRICE: $195,000 Availability: Immediately or negotiable Submit offers to: Rescue Bid, Fire Chief John Raley, P.O. Box 37, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 SPEC SHEET: Year: 1999 Manufacturer: Spartan Gladiator/Saulsbury Cab and Body material: Aluminum Cab configuration: long four door, air conditioned Body configuration: Walk-around Crew Seating: 7 SCBA seats OAL: 35 ft – 3 inches OAH: 9 feet – 7 inches Wheelbase: 221 inches Body length: 20 ft – 2 inches Engine: Detroit Diesel 60 series, 430 HP/1550 ft-lb Mileage: 47,500 Engine brake: Jacobs Transmission: Allison HD4060 GVWR: 48,500 GAWR: 21,500 front, 27,000 rear Wheels: Alcoa polished aluminum wheels Wheel size: 22.5 x 13 front, 22.5 x 8.5 rear (dual) Brakes: front disc, rear drum Water: 400 gallons Foam: 30 gallons Pump: Waterous 350 GPM PTO Discharges: three, one 2.5", two 1.5" bumper lines Primer: Rotary vane, oil-less Pressure controller: discharge relief valve Overheat Protection: Pump over temp warning sensor and light Pump panel: full complement of NFPA gauges and controls Foam system: 95 GPM in-line eductor Pump hours: 560 Generator: Onan 35 kw PTO Tower Lighting: Will-Burt 30' telescoping light tower, 6000 watt (4 x 1500) Scene Lighting: four 1500 watt side, two LED brow Electric Reels: Two w/150 feet 10-4 and 4 receptacle junction box Audible warning: Federal Q2, 100 watt electronic, siren, Grover air horns Front warning lights: light bar, dual Mars lights, Roto-Ray Winch: 12 volt, 12,000 pound front, two side receiver hitches Breathing air system: six bank, 6000 psi DOT cylinders Fill station: full air panel, dual fill lines, dual frag station Air booster: Haskell, 37 SCBA cylinder fill capability SCBA cylinder storage: eight (4x2) Zico poly air cylinder racks Utility air reel: two with 100 feet air hose Absorbent: 50 pound top storage bin with ground level fill hose Tool boards: 4 double sided slide out detachable Ladders: 24 ft extension, 10 ft folding Wheel chocks: two with underbody mounts MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT INCLUDED: Handlights: six Streamlight Lite Box with charger base Hydraulic power unit: two Hurst Simo Hydraulic reel: four Hurst with 100 feet hydraulic hose Portable cord reel: one 120 volt with 90 ft 12-3, one 240 volt with 90 ft 12-3 Pike pole: two 8 foot, two 12 foot Hardwood cribbing: sixteen 4x4 taper, forty 4x6, two step chocks THE DEPARTMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY AND ALL BIDS Download Spec Sheet and Equipment Included - http://www.mvfd.com/content/front/File/HEAVY%20RESCUE%20SPEC.pdf Video Walk Around of Squad 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C49uKLEXMi0 Thu, 17 May 2012 10:45:30 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1267 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1266 At 1902 hours, Engine 23 had just went on the air in the first due, Charles County Communications alerted the structure assignment to 12045 Provident Drive, in Bel Alton's first due, advising of a deck fire with extension to the house. Engine 23 (FF/EMT McHone) responded with four personnel. Charles County Paramedic Duty Officer 16A was first to arrive advising of heavy fire on side "charlie" with extension into the attic area. Engine 11(La Plata) arrived first advancing a handline to side "alpha" to make a push on the fire. Charles Engine 143, Charles Squad 2, Charles Tanker 1, and Engine 23 arrived simultaneously with Engine 23's crew assisting on side "alpha" with hooks to begin opening up for the attack crew. Shortly after making their way into the structure, "Division One" advised "Command" to sound the evacuation tones as the roof began falling in on the crews. Once outside and accounted for, crews regrouped on side "alpha" and switched to defensive operations and knocked the bulk of the fire before returning to the interior to mop up. Engine 23 was in service at 2203 hours. **photos courtesy of FF Embrey WVFD** Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:56:01 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1266 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1265 At 1942 hours, Rescue Squad 2 and EMS Stations 29 and 19 were alerted to Point Lookout Road in the area of St. Jospehs Church in Morganza for the motor vehicle accident. Rescue Squad 2 (FF/EMT Colomo) responded and arrived to find two vehicles with moderate damage. EMS personnel tended to the injured and upon consult, requested a medevac for one patient involved. One patient was transported to St. Mary's Hospital by Ambulance 296, while Ambulance 298 packaged the second patient and awaited Trooper 7. Engine 23 established the landing site at Margaret Brent Middle School. Units opreated on the scene for approximately one hour. FF/EMT Colomo held the "Point Lookout Road Command". Sat, 10 Mar 2012 06:11:37 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1265 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1263 At 1117 hours, the engine company was alerted to Leonardtown Road in the area of Prince Frederick Road in Charles County for a dumpster fire. Engine 23 (Chief 2B) made the response and arrived to find a roll off dumpster on fire. At this time, the station was re-alerted for Tanker 2. The driver of the trash truck had already dropped the container on the shoulder of the road and the crew from Engine 23 knocked down what visible fire they could. The decision was made to move the container to an open lot and unload it in order to extinguish the fire. Tanker 2 (Chief 2) supplied the scene and utilized the deck pipe to initially knock down the bulk of the fire. Crews then used the handline to mop up hot spots. Units operated for an hour and forty minutes on this incident and the wagon cleared and took in a motor vehicle accident on Prince Frederick Road. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:19:08 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1263 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1264 At 2122 hours, Stations 2, 22, Charles 2, Truck 1 and EMS Station 29 were alerted to 26381 Tintop School Road in Country lakes for the chimney fire. Units from Station 2 went enroute at dispatch and arrived on side "alpha" of a split level, single family with nothing evident. Crews split, going to the roof, attic and first floor and set up ventilation. After checking the residence with the thermal imager, the assignment was scaled back to units from Station 2 and Ambulance 298. Units operated for approximately forty-five minutes. Chief 2 (Raley) held the "Tintop School Road Command". Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:13:55 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1264 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1262 At 0359 hours, Rescue Squad 2 was alerted with EMS Stations 29 and Charles 2 for the motor vehicle accident with personal injury. As additional calls were received, Fireboard Communications advised they had reports of one trapped and upgraded the assignment, alerting Charles Squad 2 and SMALS. A medevac was also started with information received. Rescue Squad 2 (Lt Cox) arrived advising of a pick-up truck in to the rear of a dump truck and investigating. After scene size up, the patient was not trapped and the scecond rescue was placed in service. Engine 24 (FF/EMT Bruner) established the landing site adjacent to the scene for Trooper 7. One patinet was flown to Prince George's Trauma by Trooper 7 and one signed refusal. Chief 2A held the "Three Notch Road Command" and units operated for an hour and half on the incident. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:17:14 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1262 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1261 At 1641 hours, Engine Companies 2, 22, Charles 2, Truck 1, and EMS Station 29 were alerted to 27511 Yowaiski Mill Road for the reported chimney fire in a single family dwelling. Chief 2A(Trowbridge), Engine 23(Lt. Colvin), and Engine 21(FF/EMT Raley) went enroute with ten personnel at dispatch. Chief 2A arrived on side "Alpha" of a two-story split level structure with nothing evident. Engine 21 arrived on side "Alpha", with Engine 23 reverse laying to a hydrant at the corner of Bosse and Yowaiski Mill Roads. Crews advanced a handline to the structure, threw two ground ladders and went to work checking for extension and clearing the firebox on Division 1. Rescue Squad 2 arrived third and threw an additional ladder to the roof, and assisted the Division 1 crews. Command held the assignment with Company 2 units for about forty-five minutes. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:44 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1261 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1260 On Tuesday, February 14th @ 1022 hours, Rescue Squad 2 and Engine 23 responded with an EMS units from Station 29 to a motor vehicle accident on Thompson Corner Road in the area of Ryceville Road. Initial reports of one into a tree. Units arrived to confirm same and the occupant out of the vehicle. One patient was transported and units cleared in under thirty minutes. Chief 22B held the Thompson Corner Road Command. At 0429 hours on February 17th, Stations 2, 29 and Charles EMS 2 were alerted to the southbound lanes of Three Notch Road near the intersection of Golden Beach Road for a motor vehicle accident. Chief 22B arrived on the scene to find a passenger car versus a box truck in a rear end style collision. Chief 2A held the command and found it to be property damage only. One driver had left the scene and Ambulance 299 obtained a refusal on the other driver. Squad 2 controlled scene hazards and returned to quarters. Approximately 5 minutes after returning to quarters Squad 2 was re-alerted to return to the scene. Fireboard Communications advised that a vehicle had struck police vehicles still on the scene of the accident and were requesting scene lighting for accident reconstruction. Squad 2 returned and assisted the Sheriffs Office for approximately one hour. Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:21:11 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1260 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1259 At 1716 hours, Engine Companies 2, 22, 5, 1, Charles 2, Truck 1, EMS Stations 29, and Charles 2 were alerted to 26616 Lawrence Adams Drive for the reported garage fire. Chief 2B(Bellevou) arrived first, moments after dispatch and advised he had a two story split level house, with an attached garage fully involved with extension into the basement and attic. Engine 23(Lt. Colvin) arrived four minutes after dispatch, laying out the 4" LDH from the hydrant. The crew forced the front door, as no one was home, and advanced a 1.75" crosslay to the basement. Once in the basement, crews found the fire to be rolling out from the garage access and forced that door as well. Firefighters extinguished the fire that was impeading on the basement then relocated the attack line to the second floor and extinguished the bulk of the fire on the second floor. Engine 24(FF Copsey) arrived and assisted Engine 23 by advancing a second handline thus bringing the fire under control in ten minutes. Rescue Squad 2(Capt. Barnes) arrived completed searches and opened up. With the fire under control, Command scaled the incident back and held the units from Station 2 and Engine 54 for short time. One firefighter sustained a minor injury and was taken to St. Mary's Hospital. Chief 2B (Bellevou) held the "Lawrence Adams Drive Command" and units operated on the scene for over three hours. Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li3hUqIzH9U&feature=player_embedded Audio: http://www.scanmd.org/index.cfm?fs=audio.audioView&Doc_ID=224 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 05:02:57 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1259 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1257 At 1749 hours, the rescue assignment was sent to Three Notch Road and New Market Turner Road in the area of the Korner Karryout for the motor vehicle accident with entrapment. This alerted Rescue Squad 2, Rescue Squad 7, EMS Stations 29, 79 and SMALS. Rescue Squad 2 (Lt Colvin) arrived, confirming one into a tree with heavy entrapment. Chief 22B (Woodill) arrived and established the "Three Notch Road Command". Crews quickly went to work stabilizing the vehicle and setting up for extrication. Crews off of both rescues and the engine removed the drivers door and roof in order to access both patients. After a quick assessment, there was a priority one, category "A" patient, which a medevac was requested for and the other patient was found to be a priority four. The driver was flown to Prince George's General by Trooper 7. Units from Station 2 remained on the scene and assisted the Maryland State Police with the reconstruction. The Officers and Members extend their condolensces to the friends and family affected by this incident. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:52:09 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1257 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1258 On January 21st, the Department held its annual Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet. The installation of officers was first on the agenda. This year our Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Eddie Stillwell, retired District Chief of the Naval District of Washington. He introduced the new officers of the Ladies Auxiliary and the Administrative and Operational officers as well as the Board of Directors who were then sworn in to their respective office. This was followed by a delicious meal prepared by Rita B's Catering. This year we paid tribute to three members who answered their last alarm in 2011. They were Bobby Cooper, Ray Williams and Gene Copsey. Outgoing Ladies Auxiliary President, Molly Colonna, presented the Department with a check for $26,000 to cover the cost of the social hall renovation and the purchase of a custom dining table to be put in the lounge area. Along with this, the ladies also purchased and outfitted a 2011 John Deere 625i Gator that can be used as a brush vehicle and for removing sick/injured patients from areas not accessible by a regular vehicle. She also presented the Elaine Guy Memorial award to member Lori Greathouse. She awarded the President's Award for 2011, to incoming President Judy Copsey. Fire Chief Raley gave out numerous awards including a Unit Citation given to several members who operated on Squad 2 and Engnie 23 at the mass casualty incident involving an occupied school bus in November of 2011. Jeff Thompson, from the St. County Board of Education Transportation Department was on hand to award these members with a plaque that will be hung in the station. Awards for the top ten runners from Station 2, along with the top five runners from Station 22 were given along with the top ten drivers between both stations. The Junior Firefighter of the Year was awarded to Firefighter jason Tucker. A first for the Department was awarded for 2011 and that was a Rookie of the Year. This was given to Firefighter/EMT Joey Kidwell, who also accumulated the most training hours during 2011. We had two members receive the The Richard S. "Stormie" Combs Firefighter of the Year Award. This award was given to Firefighter/First Responder Brian Copsey and Firefighter/First Responder Kenny Dickerson. The President's Award was awarded to John Montgomery. The Chief's Award was presented to Brian Copsey. Delegate John Wood, Commisioners Russell, Morgan, Morris and Jones presented proclamations and certificates to several members for their service to the Department. The Department would like to thank the fill-in crews from Cobb Island, Seventh District and Past Chief Sam Terry of the Union Fire Company and Captain Dan Brooks of the Twin Valley Fire Company who provided coverage for the first due so our members could have a night off. For additional photos: http://www.rcdphotography.com/Fire-Rescue/Events/MVFD-Co-2-Banquet-12112/21257588_BqkQ3G#!i=1692352819&k=NRvNbcM Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:02:23 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1258 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1256 At 2034 hours, Rescue Squad 2 was alerted with Ambulance 298 and Ambulance 797 to the area of 27073 Laurel Grove Road for the motor vehicle accident reported one in to a utility pole. Chief 2A, Rescue Squad 2 and Engine 23 responded with units arriving on the scene confirming the same. Chief 2A established command and requested ALS for one unconscious, bringing Medic 1 to the incident. A medevac was requested initially for one patient and after further assessment, the decision to fly the second patient was requested and Trooper 2 was alerted. Engine 23 established the landing site at the Laurel Grove Park. Once Trooper 7 arrived, the flight medic assessed both patients and cancelled Trooper 2. Both patients were flown to Prince George's General. Units operated on the incident for just over an hour. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:43:44 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1256 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1255 The Volunteers have been on the street answering several calls for motor vehicle accidents. The latest ones pictured are on Golden Beach Road at Triangle Drive and Three Notch Road near New Market Village Road. Both occupants from the Golden Beach Road collsiion were transported to area hospitals. On occupant from the Three Notch Road incident was taken to St. Mary's Hospital for evaluation. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:45:07 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1255 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1254 Over the last few days, the volunteers have handled several car accidents. The pictures here are from Queen Arbor Court on January 19th and Old Village Road on January 18th. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:35:35 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1254 http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1252 At 0204 hours, Engine Company 2, Charles Squad 2, and EMS Stations 29, Charles 2, 14, and 15 were alerted to Thompsons Corner Road for the personal injury accident. Rescue Engine 222(Lt. Cox) and the Fire Chief(Raley) went enroute and Fireboard Communications advised of a vehicle overturned into a pole. The Fire Chief and Rescue Engine arrived to find the same and went to work assessing two patients for injuries. Both patients would require transport to the hospital and Ambulance 296 arrived and transported them both to St. Marys Hospital. Fire Chief 2 held the "Thompsons Corner Road Command" and units were in service within thirty minutes. Sat, 14 Jan 2012 02:21:04 GMT http://www.mvfd.com/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=1252