Crime, Fire & Rescue

Father and Son Charged with Lexington Park Arson

With the assistance of Troopers assigned to the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, Deputy State Fire Marshals arrested a father and son today on charges of arson..

Fire & Rescue

Suspicious Fire In Lexington Park

The Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal is searching for information about a suspicious fire that engulfed a shed on Ridge Road in Lexington Park..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Maryland State Police Investigating Double Drowning at Greenwell State Park

We would like to remind everyone as the summer comes to an end, to make sure you always have a life jacket when you are in or around the water..

Government & Politics, Fire & Rescue

State No Longer Considering Cuts State Police Aviation Service

During its July meeting, the state’s three-member Board of Public Works (BPW) considered several significant budget cuts in the wake of anticipated revenue shortfalls due to COVID-19..

Fire & Rescue, Community, First Responder Spotlight

Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Announces Passing of Life Member Preston J. “Stink” Downs

Preston will be missed by everyone who knew him, especially those who lived here in the village..

Fire & Rescue, Community

As Summer Comes To A Close State Fire Marshal Offers Outdoor Safety Tips

"These tips will help reduce the chance of a tragedy that could ruin an otherwise fun-filled time of the year,” according to the State Fire Marshal..

Fire & Rescue, Accidents & Traffic

Firefighters Responded to Large House Fire on H G Trueman Road in Lusby

Heavy fire showing through the roof. Tanker task force requested..

Government & Politics, Fire & Rescue

Maryland Delegation Members Announce Nearly $580,000 in Federal Funding for Fire Fighters in Southern Maryland

$576,562.77 total in federal funding for firefighters and first responders in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s Counties..

Fire & Rescue, Community

St. Leonard VFD Announces Passing of Charter Member, Past President, and Past Assistant Chief George David Anderson

St. Leonard VFD Announces Passing of Charter Member, Past President, and Past Assistant Chief George David Anderson.

Fire & Rescue

Small Fire Contained at McKay's in Leonardtown

Employees were clear to return at 1:15 p.m..

Fire & Rescue

Fire Marshal Investigating Vacuum Fire at Amelia's Car Wash in Callaway

The fire marshal has reported the intentionally set fire was from Incendiary. Approximately $2,000 worth of damage resulted from the incident..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters to Shine Bright in 2020

Communities and fire departments urged to participate in a week-long vigil before America’s Tribute to Fallen Firefighters..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Massive Explosion In Baltimore Leaves At Least One Dead; Several Critical Condition

A major explosion has been reported at the 6500 block of Reistertown Road in Baltimore, Maryland, which is said to have left at least one dead and several others in critical condition..

Fire & Rescue

Community Bids A Final Farewell to Chief Wayne Hardesty

This weekend Past Chief Wayne Hardesty took his final ride and was laid to rest..

Fire & Rescue, Accidents & Traffic

UPDATE: Police Investigating Fatal Crash in Huntingtown After High Speed Chase

Units have been dispatched to a vehicle fire in front of Huntingtown High School off of MD Route 4..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Tropical Storm Isaias Brings Tornado And Flooding Across Southern Maryland

Early on Tuesday morning, Tropical Storm Isaias brought damaging winds, rainfall, and flooding to the Southern Maryland region..

Fire & Rescue

Two Drivers Rescued After Attempting to Cross Brandywine Road

First responders rescued both drivers, with one of them being transported by ambulance to University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center for treatment..

Government & Politics, Fire & Rescue

Maryland Delegation Members Announce More Than $600,000 to Support Firefighters in Prince George’s County

“Team Maryland will continue to fight for federal funding to support our firefighters as they serve our communities on the front lines of this pandemic.”.