Fire and EMS crews responded early Saturday morning to a house fire in the 49800 block of Airedele Road in Ridge after multiple callers reported smoke and flames coming from a two-story single-family home.

The incident was dispatched on the 4-06 Box at approximately 2:58 a.m. on May 9 for a reported house fire with possible entrapment. Initial callers reported heavy fire conditions, including fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighters from the Second District Volunteer Fire Department and several assisting agencies responded late Wednesday night to a significant boat fire at a marina in Drayden that caused an estimated $125,000 in damage and resulted in heat damage to two nearby vessels.

The fire was reported at approximately 11:03 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, in the 46500 block of Dennis Point Way in St. Mary’s ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department (BDVFD) were recognized for their outstanding service and commitment to the community during the recent Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen's Association Annual Convention, held at the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad & Fire Department.

BDVFD proudly earned 1st Place, Class V, 1st Place Overall, and the prestigious W. David Gott Memorial Fire Prevention ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, April 23, 2026, at approximately 5:40 p.m., units from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department responded alongside several neighboring agencies to the 3000 block of Calvert Boulevard in Lusby for a reported kitchen fire.

Initial 911 callers advised of a fire in the kitchen of a single-family home, noting significant clutter inside the residence. A short time later, an updated report ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 17:48 hours on April 16, 2026, firefighters and emergency medical personnel were dispatched to the 40000 block of Medleys Lane for a reported residential structure fire. Multiple callers reported smoke coming from the roofline of a single-story home, prompting a rapid and robust response.

Fire and EMS units from Hollywood, Mechanicsville, Leonardtown, Seventh District, Hughesville, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Bay District Volunteer Fire Department proudly announced the arrival of its newest frontline apparatus, Truck 3, a 2026 Pierce Arrow XT 107-foot Ascendant Tractor Drawn Aerial. The addition marks a significant investment in both firefighter safety and the department’s ability to serve the community with advanced emergency response capabilities.... (Full Story & Photos)

On April 11, 2026, at approximately 4:52 p.m., units from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department and mutual aid companies were dispatched to the 22700 block of Laurel Glen Road in California, Maryland, for a reported structure fire.

Multiple 911 callers reported smoke and visible flames coming from a multi-story townhome. Initial information indicated that the fire appeared to be located on the ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at approximately 5:13 p.m., Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Turner came upon a serious motor vehicle collision involving a vehicle that was on fire with the driver still trapped inside.

Chief Turner immediately notified emergency communications and began assisting at the scene. Using a fire extinguisher from his command unit, he worked to hold back the ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 11:47 a.m. today, units from Station 3 and surrounding EMS companies were dispatched to the area of Hermanville Road at Piper Court in Park Hall for a reported motor vehicle accident with unknown injuries.

While en route, Emergency Communications Center personnel advised responding units that the incident involved a truck towing a trailer with fuel leaking. Based on this information, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Bay District Stations 3 & 9, along with surrounding mutual aid departments, responded to a reported structure fire in the 46000 block of Callas Way in Lexington Park on the afternoon of March 28, containing the blaze before it could spread into the main living areas of the home.

At approximately 4:47 p.m., emergency communications received the first 911 call reporting visible flames and smoke. A ... (Full Story & Photos)