Human remains are found at a trailer fire. The cause remained under investigation.
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Fire Caused by Domestic Dispute
Aman flees the scene as Malden crews make an agressive knock on the house fire.
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4-Car MVA
Responders arrive to a four-car MVAwith one of the vehicles sitting on top of another.
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Car Off Bridge Into Creek
Two people are rescued when their car jumps a guardrail into a creek.
See story on page 21
Vigilant Hose Holds Spring Fling
Over 2000 people show up for the annual Spring Fling held in Emmitsburg.
See story on page 27
Long Ride to Honor Vietnam Vets
Hundreds of motorcyclists travel from CAto DC to honor Vietnam vets... and make a stop in Hurricane.
See story on page 28
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Granville Dumpster Fire
Early on May 15, 2025, at approximately 0214 hours, the Glasgow VolunteerFire Department and Cumberland Gap Fire Department were dispatched to investigate a fire in the area of the Glasgow DollarGeneral. Crews found a large dumpsterablaze. Crews quickly extinguished the fire.
- Submitted by Lieutenant Dylan Hackworth
Kentland Truck 33 Hits House Fire in Croom Heights
At 1217 on May 17, 2025, Kentland Truck 33 was dispatched to box 45-01 in the 9500 block of Croom Road forthe house on fire. Upon arrival the members from TK33 threw ladders to side Charlie and reported to division one. TK33 opened up and completed secondary searches before returning to service.
- Photo courtesy of Kentland VFD
2 Men Perish in FaulknerFire
Deputy State Fire Marshals continue to investigate the cause of a house fire that claimed the life of two Charles County residents. On April 17, 2025 at 0615 hours, the Bel Alton VolunteerFire Department, and surrounding departments, were dispatched to Brunswick Road in Faulknerfora structure fire. Upon theirarrival, they observed a twostory house fully involved in fire and received reports that the owners were not accounted for. Firefighters were met with severe hoarding conditions inside the home during suppression efforts. It took 50 firefighters two hours to bring the blaze undercontrol. Firefighters located the second-flooroccupants and owners of the home deceased in the remains of the home. Atenant that resided on the first level of the home was able to escape uninjured. Smoke alarms were found in the home but it is unknown if they were working.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
TrailerFire in Sissonville
On May 13, 2025 at 0027 hours, Kanawha County’s Station 26 Sissonville and Station 3 Malden were alerted fora trailerfire on Broad Tree Run Road in Sissonville. Crews arrived to find a vacant trailer 50-percent involved and worked forabout two hours to extinguish the blaze. Units that responded were Sissonville Engine 263, Tanker262, Tanker 267, Malden Squad 3, Utility 3, KCEAA182.
- Fire News photo by AC Bradley ‘Sparky’Scott, Malden VFD
2 Fatalities at Beckley House Fire
At approximately 0057 hours on April 10, 2025, the City of Beckley Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on South Oakwood Avenue. Engine 1 arrived on scene at 0102 and confirmed heavy fire involvement. Neighbors on scene also reported the possibility of victims still inside. Fire crews immediately initiated a coordinated search and rescue operation alongside active fire suppression efforts. Two victims were located inside the home and rapidly removed by firefighters. Life-saving measures were begun on both individuals at the scene. Both victims were transported by Jan Care Ambulance to separate medical facilities – Raleigh General Hospital and Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital. Despite the efforts of emergency personnel and hospital staff, both victims later succumbed to theirinjuries. The cause of the fire was initially investigated by the Beckley Fire Department Fire Marshal. Due to the fatal nature of the incident, the investigation was turned overto the West Virginia State Fire Marshal's Office.
- Submitted by Chris Graham, PIO
Millington TrailerFire
On April 11, 2025, the Crumpton VolunteerFire Department responded to a reported trailerfire on Dogwood Court in Millington in Queen Anne’s County. The occupant was sleeping inside the campertrailer when one of herpet dogs alerted herto the fire. The occupant attempted to extinguish the fire with negative results. Subsequently, she was able to successfully escape from the burning trailerwith some of herpets. However, two pet cats remained unaccounted for. The adult female was transported to the University of Maryland Medical Centerat Chestertown fortreatment of non-life-threatening injuries sustained as a result of the fire. The occupant was being assisted by family and the American Red Cross.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
Vehicle Fire in Susquehanna
Susquehanna Hose Company (Havre De Grace) responded to a vehicle fire on Lori Lane, in Hartford County on May 13, 2025. Crews arrived to find an involved auto. The fire was quickly knocked down without incident. The cause was underinvestigation by officials.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
Fully Involved Garage on Arrival
The Sissonville Fire Department was dispatched to Presley Drive in the early morning hours fora reported structure fire. Crews arrived to find a fully involved garage fire. Additional resources were called in from TylerMountain, Route 34, Southern Jackson and Ripley.
- Photo courtesy of Sissonville FD
CarFire on Route 60
On May 6, 2025, at 1119 hours,Kanawha County Station 3 Malden was alerted to a vehicle fire on Route 60 west (Kanawha Boulevard) nearthe Malden exit. Rescue Engine 33 arrived at the scene to a working vehicle fire, which crews quickly knocked down. It was determined that a mechanical issue caused the fire. Crews cleared the scene about an hourlater. Units that responded: Rescue Engine 33, Utility 3, Hutch’s WreckerService.
- Fire News photo by Bradley ‘Sparky’Scott, Malden VFD
1 Trapped at DC MVA
DC Fire & EMS crews responded to a single-vehicle MVAat 17th and Connecticut Avenue NW. Crews arrived to find a vehicle on its side with one adult male trapped. The person was extricated from vehicle and transported to a local hospital in serious condition. - Photo courtesy of DC Fire & EMS
Fatality at Earleville Fire
Deputy State Fire Marshals are investigating the cause of a latenight fire that claimed the life of an Earleville resident. On April 16, 2025, 30 firefighters from the Cecilton VolunteerFire Company, and neighboring departments, were called to Kent Road in Earleville at 2210 hours fora structure fire. Upon theirarrival they observed a fire in a mobile home. The fire remained at one alarm but a tankertask force was alerted to help control the blaze. Firefighters were able to control the fire in 30 minutes but did discoverhuman remains during the suppression of the fire. Deputy State Fire Marshals determined the fire originated inside the mobile home but the cause remained underinvestigation.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
CarFire in Sissonville
Just before 0100 hours, the Sissonville Fire Department was dispatched to the area of Sissonville Drive and Old Mill Road fora reported vehicle fire. Engine 261 arrived to find a fully involved vehicle. Crews worked to extinguish the flames, and no injuries were reported during this incident. - Photo courtesy Sissonville FD
Everyday is a Training Day
Members from DC’s Bravest, Engine 1, Truck 2, Engine 13, Truck 10, and the foam unit practice aircraft firefighting skills at Dulles Airport. These units comprise ourfoam unit task force and are responsible forofficial helicopterlandings and takeoffs. Every day is a training day. - Photos courtesy of DC Fire & EMS
West Side Responds on Auto Aid
West Side VolunteerFire Department responded on automatic aid to a reported vehicle fire on the Putnam/Kanawha county line. There were no reported injuries. Units responding were the West Side VFD’s Engine 224 and Tanker223 and Hurricane Fire & Rescue’s Engine 813.
- Photo courtesy of West Side VFD
Structure Fire on Coal RiverRoad
West Side VolunteerFire Department responded to a structure fire on Coal RiverRoad. Upon arrival, there were heavy fire conditions on the front side of the house. Automatic mutual aid was provided by West Side Volunteer FD 2, Station 21 and Jefferson VFD. Lakewood VFD was called to cover.
- Photos courtesy Westside VFD
House Fire Result of Domestic Dispute
On April 21, 2025 at 1835 hours, Kanawha County’s Station 3 Malden, Station 4 Rand and Station 5 Belle departments were dispatched to Orefield Drive off of 5 Mile Road in Area 3 fora house fire. While en route, crews were advised that the fire was the result of a domestic dispute and that a male had fled the scene. Crews arrived and made an aggressive knock on the fire. Law enforcement located the male subject in the woods behind the house and took the suspect into custody. Units that responded were Malden Engine 32, Rescue Engine 33, Squad 3, Utility 3, Rand Engine 42, Utility 4, Belle Engine 52, KCEAA511,155,157,174, KCSD 33,53,59,68, WVSP516 and 535.
- Fire News photos by AC Bradley ‘Sparky’Scott, Malden VFD
Lightning Strike Starts Jarrettsville House Fire
On May 16, 2025, the Jarrettsville VolunteerFire Company responded to SchusterRoad, Jarrettsville, in Harford County fora reported structure fire. Firefighters arrived within six minutes and discovered heavy fire throughout the house. Due to the home’s location, firefighters used numerous tankers to assist with extinguishing the fire. Although the home had sprinklers, investigators determined that fire had most probably originated within the attic, where sprinklers were not located, and rapidly spread throughout the home. Approximately 45 firefighters battled the blaze foroveran hourbefore it was placed under control. The area experienced severe thunderstorms, and surrounding neighbors observed, heard, and felt a lightning strike. Investigators laterconfirmed the home was struck by lightning. No injuries were reported; however, two dogs perished.
- Photos courtesy of the Jarrettsville VFC and the Maryland State Fire Marshal
10 Displaced by WStreet SE Fire
DC Fire & EMS crews operated at a working fire on the 1600 block of WStreet SE. Firefighters arrived to find smoke showing from a two-story detached home. Fire was located on the first floorwith extension to the second floorupon arrival. One dog was rescued. seven adults and three children and one dog were displaced.
- Photos courtesy of DC Fire & EMS
Saint Albans Garage Fire
St. Albans Fire Department and automatic aid companies were dispatched to a residential structure fire in the eastern part of St. Albans. Engine 952 arrived 3-1/2 minutes afterdispatch to a fully involved single-story structure with fire venting through the roof and all windows. Engine 952’s crew immediately initiated the fire attack and Tanker961 and Engine 224 assisted with search and fire attack support. Engine 851 established watersupply, laying out 900-feet of five-inch hose which blocked Kanawha Terrace.
- Photos courtesy of Saint Albans FD
Romney U.S. Military Reserve Base Crew
The crew from Romney US Army Military Reserve Base with theirHemnet manufactured by Oshkosh. - Fire News photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
CraigmoorStructure Fire
At 2031 hours on April 10, Company 3 (Lost Creek VFD), Engines 71 and 121 (Stonewood VFD), and 11 (Anmoore VFD) along with Anmoore EMS were alerted fora structure fire on the 1400 block of Hastings Run Road in Craigmoor. Engine 71, staffed with five personnel, responded in just underthree minutes with Tanker7, staffed with an additional two personnel, following shortly after. Engine 71 advised of heavy smoke visible from Buckhannon Pike. Engines 71 and 31 arrived to find a single-story dwelling fully involved. Command 3 then requested an additional tankerwith Jane Lew VFD Tanker29 being alerted. Engine 71 placed a two-inch attack line in service as well as an 1-3/4 inch cross lay. No occupants were home at the time. The incident was determined to be in Company 7’s first-due area in the 1800 block priorto Sabatelli Drive. Engine 71 laid approximately 600-feet of four-inch LDH. The dwelling was determined to be a singlewide trailerwith additions. SpelterVFD covered. Medic 20 was on scene forstandby with no injuries reported. The West Virginia State Fire Marshals Office was investigating.
- Photo courtesy of Nutter Fort FD
4-Car MVAin
Hebron
On May 23, 2025, the Hebron Fire Department was alerted foran MVAwith injuries at Route 50 and NaylorMill Road. The Salisbury Fire Department, Station 16 was also alerted to help with traffic control. Engine 16-1 arrived to find a four-caraccident with one of the vehicles sitting on top of the others. EMS crews transported two patients to Tidal Health in Salisbury for treatment. One lane of Route 50 westbound was shut down as was NaylorMill Road forthe duration of the alarm. Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police were on scene investigating the cause of the accident. - Fire News photos by Wayne Barrall
2nd Serious MVA in 12 Hours
On May 17, 2025 at 1402 hours, Kanawha County’s Station 3 Malden and Station 40 Charleston were alerted foran MVAon northbound Interstate 77 in the area of the 96 mile post. Utility 3/Chief 3 arrived at the scene advising that the vehicle had left the Interstate and was on its side next to the railroad tracks and Kanawha Boulevard. Crews extricated one male and KCEAA transported him to CAMC General Division Priority 1. This was the second serious crash in 12 hours within a half-mile of each other. Units remained on scene and assisted Hutch’s WreckerService in removing the vehicle and cleared around 1530. Units that responded were Malden Rescue Engine 33, Utility 3, Charleston Engine 456, 420, WVSP539, KCSD 43 & 92.
- Fire News photo by AC Bradley ‘Sparky’Scott, Malden VFD
Carinto House in Sissonville
The Sissonville Fire Department responded to a potential accident following an automated crash notification received by Metro 911. Units were soon informed that a vehicle had hit a house in the 8000 block of Sissonville Drive. Upon arrival, crews found a single vehicle that had struck a residence; no injuries were reported.
- Photos courtesy of Sissonville FD
Carinto House
on East Point Drive
On April 16, 2025 at 1436 hours, Kanawha County Station 3 Malden was dispatched to East Point Drive fora vehicle into a house. Crews arrived and found the vehicle into the house and the driverself-extricated. Medics transported the male driverto CAMC General Division with minorinjuries. Hutch’s Wreckerremoved the vehicle and crews cleared about 45 minutes later. Units that responded: Malden Rescue Engine 33, Utility 3, KCEAA157,511, KCSD 37 & 58.
- Fire News photo by AC Bradley ‘Sparky’Scott, Malden VFD
2 Tractor-TrailerMVA
Nitro Station 80, Rescue/Engine 851, with mutual aid from additional Kanawha and Putnam County fire departments, Tyler Mountain VFD, Poca Community VFD, Teays Valley Fire Department and Bancroft VFD responded to an early morning accident (April 19, 2025) on Interstate 64 between Cross Lanes and
Nitro exits. The fiery incident, involving two tractor-trailers, forced the closure of the westbound and eastbound lanes forseveral hours. Two people were taken to local hospitals. The cause of the accident was underinvestigation. - Photos courtesy Kanawha County Emergency Management and Nitro FD
HikerRescued AfterInjury
Station 80, Rescue/Engine 851, Utility Truck 871, UTV875 and Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority rescued an injured hikeron the trails at RidenourLake. The hikerbroke his ankle on a back trail and the rescue took two hours due to the hilly location. Nitro firefighters used rope lines to get the hiker out. He was transported to a local hospital.
- Photo courtesy of Nitro FD
Caroff Bridge into Creek 2 Rescued
On May 17, 2025 at 0230 hours, Kanawha County Station 3 Malden VFD was alerted foran MVAin a creek at Piedmont Road and Dry Branch Drive with two occupants trapped. While en route Metro Communications advised that the vehicle had plunged overthe bridge from Kanawha Boulevard (Route 60) into the creek below. Crews arrived to find a vehicle partially submerged and a bystanderwho had removed both people, who were both priority 1, to the creek bank. Arope system was set up to bring both people up the hillside to the road. Both patients were transported by KCEAAto CAMC General Division. Crews remained on scene to provide lighting forHutch’s WreckerService to remove the vehicle. Units cleared the scene around 0430.
- Fire News photo by AC Bradley ‘Sparky' Scott, Malden VFD
3-Days of Training forKentland, Others
Members from Kentland, Hyattsville and Berwyn Heights departments participated in a joint training event with @andersonrescuesolution spanning three days. Friday evening was focused on a LODD case study, while Saturday and Sunday were spent at an
acquired structure, courtesy of the Hyattsville VFD. Members focused on firefighterrescue, roof rope rescue, the high ladderkit, and search rope deployment. Great work by all involved.
- Photos courtesy of Kentland VFD
Tim ‘TJ’McDonald
Nominated forDeputy State Fire Marshal of the Year
On May 19, 2025, Timothy ‘TJ’ McDonald was selected as the Lower Eastern Regional Office nominee for Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year. He will join other investigators chosen throughout the state for the 2024 James C. Robertson Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year Award during the Maryland State Firefighters Convention.
Deputy McDonald began his career with the Office of the State Fire Marshal in September 2019. Following his graduation from the police academy, he has served diligently in the Salisbury-based Lower Eastern Regional Office.
Throughout 2024, Deputy McDonald demonstrated exceptional dedication to the mission of fire safety and investigation across Maryland. In 2024, Deputy McDonald completed over 100 hours of specialized training, covering explosives awareness, tactical operations, fatal fire investigations, NFPA921, lithium-ion battery fires, WMD response, and appliance fire investigations. He also recently earned his Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) certification. In 2024, Deputy McDonald conducted 59 fire safety inspections and led 21 fire investigations, resulting in 14 arson-related arrests-an outstanding accomplishment. Notably, his investigation into a string of Molotov cocktail attacks in Wicomico County led to the swift identification and arrest of two serial arsonists.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
Adam Rounds Named 2024 Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year
Senior Deputy State Fire Marshal Adam Rounds of the Western Regional Office has been named the 2024 Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year for the Western Region. He was previously nominated for the same honor in 2022.
Rounds joined the agency in September 2020 after serving more than 12 years with the Garrett County Sheriff's Office.
In 2024 alone, Senior Deputy Rounds led 51 investigations-50 fire-related and one involving explosives, achieving a 100-percent criminal case closure rate, significantly surpassing the national average. He also led the agency in arrests, with a total of 19, including multiple cases of first- and second-degree arson, malicious burning, and 14 incidents involving the destruction of sprinkler systems within Maryland Division of Corrections facilities.
Rounds is an adjunct instructor for Allegany College, teaching Disaster Preparedness.
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Senior Deputy Rounds serves as a field training officer and assistant coordinator of the Office of the State Fire Marshal Honor Guard. He is also a dedicated family man-husband and father to twin boys-a Grantsville Town Council member and a previous 19-year volunteer firefighter with the Grantsville Volunteer Fire Department.
- Photo courtesy Maryland State Fire Marshal
Up Close & Personal
Firefighters from Kentland VolunteerFire Department.
- Photo courtesy of Kentland VFD
Behind the Scene at the NFFFMemorial
Behind the scenes at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial, thousands of volunteers support the various events that take place overthe weekend. Many are active and retired members of the fire service and theirfamilies. (Left) is the crew who supported the meal service for the families of the fallen in attendance.
- Submitted by Kelly Gabliks
All Hands on Prevention in DC
DC’s Bravest conducted the monthly “All Hands on Prevention” in the Chevy Chase neighborhood. Fire Prevention staff and local firefighters canvass the community, providing fire safety literature and testing and replacing smoke alarms when invited into the home.
- Photos courtesy of DC Fire & EMS
Vigilant Hose Spring Fling
More than 2,000 attendees enjoyed an afternoon of great weather, amazing food, cold beverages, live music, and more at the annual Spring Fling hosted by the Vigilant Hose Company in Emmitsburg. Vigilant Hose has been protecting the local community and the National Fire Academy since 1884.
- Fire News photo by Kelly Gabliks
Nitro Cools Down the Kids
On May 15, 2025, members of the Nitro Fire Department provided some cooling off forthe students of the Nitro Elementary School. The firefighters provided an aerial spray from Truck 861 forthe students to enjoy at theirannual field day at Nitro High School Stadium. - Photos courtesy of Nitro FD
MC Riders From California Stop at Hurricane
Each yearhundreds of motorcyclists travel from California to Washington to honorVietnam veterans and the war’s MIAs. Along the route the group stop forovernights in various cities. Recently that stopoverwas at Valley Park in Hurricane, West Virginia. Creating the backdrop forthe event were Hurricane Fire and Rescue and Nitro Fire Department. The departments used their laddertrucks to deploy the American and POWflags. Just anotherexample of local fire departments helping out theircommunities.
- Photos courtesy of Nitro FD
Understanding the “Why” Behind Mental Health in the Fire Service as NFFFPartners with Darley forthe 2025 Fire Service Thought Leadership Essay Competition
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), in partnership with W.S. Darley & Company, is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Fire Service Thought Leadership Essay Contest. This initiative challenges firefighters nationwide to explore the critical yet often overlooked mental health issues within their ranks.
The competition seeks to uncover the deeper reasons behind firefighters’ persistent mental health challenges, beyond the daily high-stakes stress of their lifesaving roles. “Understanding the ‘why’behind the mental health crisis is crucial,” said Garry Briese, a member of the Darley Board of Directors. “This competition provides a unique platform for firefighters to voice their experiences and insights.”
With a focus on introspection and analysis, participants are encouraged to examine various factors contributing to mental health issues, including job stress, firehouse culture, and broader societal impacts that uniquely affect firefighters.
How to Participate:
• Eligibility: Open to active and retired firefighters, both career and volunteer.
• Essay Requirements: Submit a three-tofour-page essay in PDF format, using 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced.
• Submission Period: March 24 - June 2.
“We often hear firefighters say, ‘I’m OK,’masking the true emotional toll of their duties,” said Victor Stagnaro, Chief Executive Officer of the NFFF. “This competition is a call to action for firefighters to express themselves openly.”
Submissions will be peer-reviewed by a panel of fire service and mental health experts, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of the insights presented. For more details on the competition and submission guidelines, please visit https://darley.com/essay-contest.
FAMAFire Apparatus Design Symposium
The Fire Apparatus Manufacturers’Association (FAMA) will be held on Tuesday, October 21 through Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL32819.
It’s an opportunity all fire chiefs, fleet managers and spec committees, to join FAMA’s 1st Annual Fire Apparatus Design Symposium! Afire apparatus is a huge investment for any fire department, and making sure it’s specified properly from the start is critical. Committees spend countless hours developing these specifications and have many questions. There appear to be many resources for getting answers to these questions, but often those answers are integrated into advertisements, and sales pitches from specific manufacturers. All too often, a committee ends up getting a specific opinion from one manufacturer, guiding them towards purchasing their product, instead of fact-based information on the technology, allowing them to make their own conclusions on which product to purchase.
FAMAis a non-profit organization and is recognized as the most comprehensive resource to the emergency vehicle industry. The association consists of apparatus manufacturers, as well as component manufacturers, and has existed for over 75 years. As a Fire Chief or Apparatus Committee, who can better answer your questions than the people who actually engineer, test and produce the products?
This symposium brings together the resources you need to guide you on safety, new technology, and apparatus design in general. By offering presentations delivered by competing vendor suppliers, you can be assured that the information will be fact-based on the technologies, and not a typical sales pitch..
The FAMAFire Apparatus Design Symposium has been strategically scheduled in a location that is easy to access from anywhere in North America, at a top-rate facility, with presentations from industry experts.
If your department wants to stay on top of apparatus tewchnology, and make connections with industry leaders, this is the one event you don’t want to miss!
44th NFFFMemorial
On May 2 through 4, 2025, thousands traveled to Emmitsburg, Maryland to attend the 44th Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend at the National Emergency Training Center. During this year’s ceremony, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation added the names of 140 careerand volunteerfirefighters to the Memorial, 70 who died in the line of duty in 2024, and 70 from previous years. - Submitted by Kelly Gabliks
Sissonville Keeps TheirSkills Sharp
Sissonville’s recent weekly drill was an opportunity formembers to refresh theirskills on hydrant lays, advancing hoselines, and apparatus pumping. It is crucial forthe members to receive training and refreshers to remain sharp in theirskills. - Photos courtesy of Sissonville FD
