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National Weather Service Alerts for St. Mary's County, MD
Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.
"Proudly Serving with Pride, Dedication, and Commitment Since 1934"
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Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department accepts applications year-round. There are a variety of positions available for everyone. All training & equipment is provided FREE! Numerous benefits include:
- MD Income Tax Incentive Program
- Length of Service Awards Program
- Volunteer Incentive Program
- Scholarship Programs
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Program
- Fire Science Degree
- & Much More
Submit your information TODAY! Assistance will be provided to help you through the process. We look forward to you joining our team.
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Quick Action Saves Life
St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services, July 08
On July 8th, 2025, bystanders and first responders were recognized for their lifesaving efforts at the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge last month.
On June 17th, Mr. Lloyd Kauffman was at the Moose Lodge when he began experiencing symptoms of a cardiac event.
Two nearby bystanders, one who happened to be a nursing student and off-duty EMT and another who was an off-duty nurse, quickly came to his aid ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Honoring the Life and Legacy of William "Archie" Pilkerton, Jr.
Mechanicsville Volunteers, June 28
William Archie Pilkerton, Jr, 96 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on June 28, 2025 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick, MD. Archie was born on December 21, 1928 and was the son of the late William Archie Pilkerton, Sr and Helen Mae Wood Pilkerton.
Archie is predeceased by wife Mary Phyllis Pilkerton, whom he married at St. Joseph’s Church in Morganza, MD in September 26, 1953. They ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Thank You to Shelly L. and Family!
Mechanicsville Volunteers, June 25
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Shelly L. for her families generous donation of Water and Gatorade!
As summer progresses, it's crucial for our local volunteers to stay hydrated to serve you effectively. No matter where you live, every fire department values and benefits from such thoughtful donations.... (Full Story & Photos)
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Walkthrough Training at New Charlotte Hall Construction Sites
Mechanicsville Volunteers, June 23
This week, Mechanicsville Volunteers had the opportunity to walk through the new Aldi and Weis buildings under construction in Charlotte Hall.
Walkthroughs like these help us better understand building layouts, construction materials, and safety features all crucial for effective emergency response and firefighter safety.
Big thanks to the crews on site for letting us take a look!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Hot Line Demonstration
Mechanicsville Volunteers, June 16
A BIG THANK YOU to SMECO for joining us on drill night to provide an informative Hot Line Demonstration for our members.
This hands-on training was a great opportunity to learn about the dangers of power lines and the importance of electrical safety on emergency scenes!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Auxiliary President Molly Colonna presents winner Mike Emmart with a certificate for the fishing trip raffle.
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Fishing Trip Winner
Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Karen Montgomery, June 10
Congratulations to Mike Emmart, the winner of the Auxiliary Fishing Trip Raffle!... (Full Story & Photos)
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MVFD Congratulates Chopticon Softball on State Championship Victory!
Mechanicsville Volunteers, May 23
The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department would like to Congratulate the Chopticon High School Softball Team on winning the Class 3A State Championship Title last night in College Park. We were happy to provide a send off and grateful for the assistance from Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department and Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department to help bring them home champions as well! Congratulations ... (Full Story & Photos)
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MIEMSS Star of Life Awards
Mechanicsville Volunteers, May 22
Members attended the MIEMSS Star of Life Awards yesterday. 8 members received the Maryland Star of Life award due to their actions on a motor vehicle accident with entrapment that saved a life in our first due last year.
Congratulations to the following members:
Fire Chief Ryan Raley
Assistant Fire Chief Mark Trowbridge
Captain TJ Faunce (Pictured)
Bill Hemming
Keith Hemming
Landon Johnson
Callen ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Motorcyclist Injured in Mechanicsville Crash
Mechanicsville Volunteers, March 30
On Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 1103 hours, Squad 2 responded to a single motorcycle crash on All Faith Church Road in Mechanicsville.
Squad 2, Medic 102, and Ambulance 297 arrived on scene to find one injured occupant. Due to the severity of the injuries, a medevac helicopter was requested.
Maryland State Police Trooper 7 was dispatched, with the landing zone set up at Prompt Care for transport to ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Driver Injured in Charlotte Hall Crash
Mechanicsville Volunteers, March 30
On Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 0832 hours, Squad 2 was dispatched to a high-impact crash near Burger King in Charlotte Hall on Three Notch Road. The gray sedan reportedly rolled multiple times after rear-ending a truck at high speed.
Chief 2, Squad 2, and Engine 23 arrived to find both vehicles upright, with the truck coming to a stop nearly 400 feet down the road. No one was trapped. Chief 2 assumed ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Confined Space Rescue Training
Mechanicsville Volunteers , March 29
On Saturday, March 29th, while Engine 23 was filling in at Waldorf Co. 3, several members participated in a planned drill.
Utilizing our Arizona Vortex and the rope rescue cache on Rescue Squad 2, several members reviewed confined space access procedures and setup for an Arizona "Doortex".
Join our Team @ mvfd.com/join or visit our station on Monday or Wednesday evenings to learn more!... (Full Story & Photos)
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