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Laurel Resident Dies of Burn Injuries Sustained on New Years Day

January 2, 2015, 3:22 pm
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

A female resident of Laurel suffering from burn injuries sustained the night before passed away this afternoon.  At around 9:45 pm, Thursday, January 1, 2015, Firefighters and Paramedics from the Laurel area responded to a 2-story single family home in the 7200 block of Carriage Hill Drive.  Upon arrival firefighters found a burned piece of furniture that appears to have been on fire and extinguished by the occupant, an 80-year-old female.  Firefighters ensured the fire was completely out while medics evaluated the female resident and found her to be suffering from burns covering nearly half of her body.

Paramedics transported the female to the Burn Unit in Washington DC where she survived until just before 4:00 pm, today, January 2, 2015.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld temporarily pending notification of family members.  The cause of the fire remains under investigation, however, appears to be accidental.
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College Park Off-Campus House Fire Injures Firefighter and Displaces Six Students

January 3, 2015, 6:25 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

An off-campus home rented by University of Maryland students suffered significant damage and one firefighter was injured in a fire that occurred at about 4:30 this morning.  Firefighters from College Park and surrounding stations responded to the 7400 block of Dartmouth Avenue and arrived to find a 2-story, 1,600+ square foot home with heavy fire showing from the roof.

Working smoke alarms had sounded a warning alerting and waking up the six occupants in the house.  The occupants escaped the fire prior to our arrival and were not injured.  The County Citizen Services Unit and the American Red Cross was assisting the students with temporary shelter.

Firefighters performed a quick search of the homes interior to ensure all occupants had made it outside. The fire burned so intensely that interior operations were jeopardized and all firefighters were removed to the safety of the homes exterior where the fire fight continued.  Once the bulk of the fire was knocked down firefighter re-entered the structure to complete the extinguishment.  Firefighters had the fire extinguished with 45 minutes of arrival.  One firefighter sustained minor burn injuries to both wrists and was transported to the Burn Unit at Med Star Washington Hospital Center.  No other civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.

Fire Investigators continue their search for the cause of the fire and remains under investigation.  Fire loss is estimated at $200,000.

This image was captured by John Guyton, a volunteer chief at the Adelphi Fire/EMS Station 834


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Colder Weather Coming - Stay Warm Safely

January 5, 2015, 6:34 am
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Cold Weather Coming - Stay Warm Safely



MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Colder temperatures are in our immediate forecast and the men and women of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department (PGFD) want you to stay safe while staying warm.  We are joining the United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind everyone that home fires are more prevalent in cold weather than in any other time of the year. This is due in part to an increase in cooking and heating fires. Holiday decorations and winter storms that can interrupt electrical service and cause people to turn to alternative heating sources also contribute to the increased risk of fire in winter.  This reminder involves the safe use of space heaters and general heating safety tips.

The USFA, NFPA and the PGFD want to remind everyone that fire safety and prevention are especially important during times of cold temperatures.  “Temperatures drop and fires increase,” said Prince George's County Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor.  According to NFPA statistics space heaters account for about one third of the home heating fires yet more than 80 percent of the home heating fire deaths. 



The Winter Residential Building Fires (PDF, 1Mb) report released by USFA in 2010, reports an estimated 108,400 winter residential building fires occur annually in the United States, resulting in an estimated average of 945 deaths, 3,825 injuries, and $1.7 billion in property loss.  

Cooking and heating are the top causes of fires during cold weather. 

“The winter season brings the highest number of home fires than any other time of year,” said Fire Chief Bashoor. “Each winter season, home fires increase in part due to cooking and heating fires. Fire safety and injury prevention must not be lost in an effort to stay warm. Stay warm and do so safely.” 

The men and women, career and volunteer, of the Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department recommend the following safety tips for space heaters. 




Electric Space Heaters



• Buy only heaters evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 




• Check to make sure it has a thermostat control mechanism, and will switch off automatically if the heater falls over. 



• Heaters are not dryers or tables; don't dry clothes or store objects on top of your heater. 



• Space heaters need space; keep combustibles at least three feet away from each heater. 



• Always unplug your electric space heater when not in use. 

  Turn off at night or whenever you sleep.


General Heating Tips
  •  Furnaces, fireplaces and Chimneys should be cleaned and checked each year by an appropriate professional prior to using.
  •  Only use seasoned wood in fireplaces and never use ignitable liquids to start a fire.
  • The 3-foot rule applies to furnaces and fireplaces.  No combustibles items within 3 feet of these heating appliances.
  •  Dispose of fireplace ash into a metal container and store outdoors away from structures on a concrete surface.  Fireplace ash can ignite a fire days after they have been discarded.

Colder weather also increases the potential to carbon monoxide (CO) exposure.  To help prevent illness and possibly death from exposure to CO:

  • Have a certified technician inspect all heating related equipment, kitchen appliances and vent pipes.
  • Purchase and install a CO alarm that has a 10-year battery.
Finally, having a working smoke alarm dramatically increases your chances of surviving a fire. Remember to practice a home escape plan, including 2 ways out of every room,  frequently with your family. 

Residents of Prince George’s County can contact 311 and request a smoke alarm or battery.  A firefighter will install a working smoke alarm in your home; free of charge. 

For additional information from the USFA and NFPA on Winter Fire Safety; click here.
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PGFD Firefighter/Medics Awarded for Life-Saving Actions

January 5, 2015, 2:31 pm
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Several Prince George's County Firefighter/Medics were recognized today for their role in saving the life of a victim involved in a motor vehicle crash.  Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor was joined by Deputy Fire Chiefs Barksdale and McClelland in presenting County Emergency Services Awards and Exemplary Firefighter Awards issued by former Maryland State Delegate Darren Swain.

Personnel receiving awards:

Engine 805

Fire Fighter/Medic Lieutenant Robert C. Kight, Jr.
Fire Fighter Jay W. Johnston
Fire Fighter John A. Princiotta

Ambulance 805

Fire Fighter/Medic Christopher M. DeForest
Fire Fighter Thomas Jacobs

Medic 846

Fire Fighter/Medic Lieutenant Chad W. Smart
Fire Fighter/Medic Tracey J. Daily



The awards were presented at the St. Joes Fire/EMS Station in Springdale.  The following is a description of their actions.


On the evening of Sunday, June 15, 2014, units from Capitol Heights Fire/EMS Stations 805 and Largo Medic 846 responded to the 7600 block of Central Avenue for a reported motor vehicle collision.  Callers to Public Safety Communications (PSC) described the accident as involving a single vehicle, “with possible injuries.”  Crews from Station 805 arrived on the scene to find an SUV that had gone off the roadway onto a grassy area.  It had struck a large concrete curb and culvert leading into a parking lot, incurring moderate front-end damage with airbag deployment.  Ensuring the scene was safe, crews approached the vehicle and observed its driver standing outside and two victims trapped inside.  Immediately, Command was established and additional resources were requested.  A 50-year-old female front seated passenger was pulseless and not breathing, while a 74-year-old female had been ejected from the rear up into the console area.  She was positioned upside down and entangled in the seat belt of the victim seated in the front.  As crews were attempting to place a collar on her, they realized she was no longer breathing.  Following a rapid extrication, without the use of any heavy-duty equipment, the patient was disentangled and removed through the driver’s door.  She was then loaded into Ambulance 805 and ventilations were initiated.  A primary assessment revealed that while she had stopped breathing she had a strong carotid and radial pulses.  

Medic 846 arrived on the scene and took control of the patient.  The crew hurriedly boarded Ambulance 805 and began assisting with patient care.  The critically injured woman was transported to Prince George’s Trauma Center, with Ambulance 805 and Medic 846’s crew working intensely to give her the best possible chance for survival. 

The patient remained unconscious during the ride to the trauma center but was attempting to breathe on her own.  According to hospital staff, she regained consciousness the next day and the breathing tube was removed.  The woman was discharged to a rehabilitation facility six days later, at which time she was alert, oriented, and showed no evidence of any residual significant traumatic injuries.

Tragically, the accident did claim the life of one person and seriously injured another.  However, the organized teamwork and rapid care provided on this incident prevented what likely would have been multiple fatalities.      

While presenting the awards today Fire Chief Bashoor told each of the recipients, "Your performance on the scene of the aforementioned incident significantly contributed to saving the life of a gravely injured patient.  Therefore, you are hereby awarded a Fire/EMS Department Emergency Service Award.  Your actions not only speak well of you personally but also illustrate the excellent caliber of service the Fire/EMS Department strives to provide to the citizens of Prince George’s County."


Fire Chief Marc Bashoor, Fire Fighter/Medic Lieutenant Rob Kight,  Deputy Fire Chief Ben Barksdale and Deputy Fire Chief Jim McClelland Sr.

Fire Fighter/Medic Tracy Daily
Fire Fighter Jay Johnston
Fire Fighter Thomas Jacobs
Fire Fighter Thomas Jacobs
Fire Fighter John Princiotta


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Unit Citation Awarded to Crews for Freeing Childs Hand from Escalator

January 7, 2015, 5:00 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Prince George's County Firefighter/Medics, career and volunteer, and members of the Departments Technical Rescue Team were recognized for their efforts that resulted in the safe removed a child's hand entangled in an escalator mechanism  Prince George's County Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor bestowed a seldom presented and highly prestigious Unit Citation to 24 personnel in a ceremony held at the Silver Hill Fire/EMS Station on Tuesday, January 6, 2015.


The Unit Citation was awarded for an incident occurring on the evening of Tuesday, April 17, 2014, when fire/EMS units from Silver Hill Fire/EMS Station 829, Morningside Fire/EMS Station 827 and the Technical Rescue Team from the Fort Washington Fire/EMS Station 847 responded to Iverson Mall for the report of a child’s hand trapped in an escalator.  Deputy Fire Chief Benjamin Barksdale, Assistant Fire Chief Paul Gomez and Battalion Commander Warren Hughes also responded to the incident based on the severity of the incident.

Crews arrived to find a young boy whose hand was pinned between a metal kick plate and the rubber grab-rail at the bottom of the escalator.  It soon became apparent that crews were facing two challenges: the victim’s position and dismantling the escalator, which was necessary to ascertain the true depth of entrapment.  Due to the age and poor condition of the device, a more unconventional technique was required to free his hand.  Several attempts were made to lubricate the boy’s hand and gently slide it out; however, his response of intense pain made this the least favorable option.  After considerable cutting and prying, it was determined that slicing through the rubber grab rail and employing a jack to lift and remove the drive wheel was the best alternative.  Taking extreme precaution to avoid further harming the child, chains were used to alleviate the weight of the drive wheel and pop the pin that held it in place.  With some assistance, he was able to remove his fingers from the escalator.  The patient was transported to the hospital and placed in the care of emergency room staff.  Following a brief stay in the hospital, he was released in good condition. 

Despite a stressful and lengthy extrication process, the child’s hand was successfully removed from the device.  In making the presentation Fire Chief Bashoor stated, "Due to the dedication, expertise, and excellent teamwork demonstrated on this incident, the child's injuries were minimal.  For your outstanding performance on the scene of this rescue, you are hereby awarded a Fire/EMS Department Unit Citation.  Your actions reflect well on you both personally and professionally, as well as exemplify the caliber of service the Fire/EMS Department strives to provide to the citizens of Prince George’s County."  

A plaque was presented that included incident details and all the members recognized.  This plaque will  be on display on the Silver Hill Fire/EMS Station. 



UNIT CITATION

Awarded to


Deputy Chief Benjamin M. Barksdale
Assistant Chief Paul A. Gomez
Acting Battalion Chief Warren A. Hughes
Fire Captain Robert G. Bilko, 829
Volunteer Captain Michael Williams, 827
Fire Lieutenant Christopher M. Whittington, 847
Volunteer Lieutenant Michael Mavaddat, 827
FF/M Technician David P. Ramdial, 829
FF/M Christie L. Becker, 829
FF/M Jarren T. Hall, 829
FF/M Michael R. Jefferson, 847
FF/M Thomas R. Joachim, 847
FF/M Joseph B. Quade, 847
Volunteer FF/EMT Ryan Kelly, 827
Volunteer FF/EMT Jonathan Slack, 827
FF Tervel I. Butler, 829
FF Daryel R. Dunston, 829
FF Lincoln M. Johnsen, 829
FF Adam P. Metzbower, 829
FF Andrew G. Morrow, 829
FF David W. Smart, 829
Volunteer FF Donald Belfield, 827
Volunteer FF Timothy Collins, 827
Volunteer FF William McCool, 827

Media coverage of the Iverson Mall incident can be viewed here, here and here.


 



 


 
 

 


 
 
















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Departmental Crash in Clinton

January 7, 2015, 9:42 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Just after 9:30 am, January 7, 2015, several Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department units were alerted to a crash with injuries.  Fire/EMS units were responding to 6422 Old Branch Avenue for a 911 report of a vehicle striking a building.

While on the way to this incident the engine from the Clinton Fire/EMS Station 825 was involved in their own crash.  The Clinton Engine had all emergency warning lights on and siren sounding while approaching the intersection of Old Branch Ave and Kirby Road when a civilian vehicle made a sudden lane change directly into their path of travel causing a collision. 

A civilian female occupant was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.  No firefighters were injured.  The driver of the civilian vehicle was cited by the County Police for causing the crash.

Damage to the civilian vehicle is estimated at $10,000.  Damage to the Fire Department Engine is estimated at $20,000 with the majority of damage being to the waterway.  The waterway is the piping or plumbing that allows engines to receive water from a fire hydrant into the engines pump and distributed through hose lines.

The original call for service that Engine 825 was responding to was handled by other units that reported no injuries and no damage to the building.


The firefighter driving the engine, as a matter of standard operating procedure, went through a post-accident screening for drugs and alcohol.
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University of Maryland Men's Basketball Hosts a Hometown Heroes Night

January 8, 2015, 10:05 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

The Nationally ranked University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team is hosting a Hometown Heroes Night next Wednesday, January 14th at 7 pm against Rutgers. All local Hometown Heroes, including the career, civilian and volunteer members of the  Prince George's Fire/EMS Department, will be able to receive a $10 general admission ticket for them and their family. 

To order your tickets follow this link:


$10 Ticket link:  http://ev9.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=PR%3AUMD%3AB14%3AB14%3AHEROES&linkID=umd&shopperContext=&caller=PR&appCode=&prc=HEROES&ppc=HEROES


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Message from Safety Office - Wind

January 8, 2015, 11:59 am
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All Fire/EMS Personnel,

Dangerously low wind chills are expected  over the next few days.  Protect yourself and patients from frostbite/hypothermia by covering exposed skin (hats, gloves, blankets, etc.) 

Also, sustained wind speeds will increase to 15-20 MPH this evening through late tomorrow afternoon (1/9/15).  Factor this into ALL operational considerations (ventilation, fire spread, mode of attack, rehab).

Stay safe,

Sayshan L. Conver-White, Safety Battalion Chief
Prince George's County Fire/EMS Dept.
Risk Management & Safety Office
slconverwhite@co.pg.md.us
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Promotions Announced

January 9, 2015, 9:19 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Several promotions were announced today by Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor.  Recently, two Deputy Fire Chiefs and two Assistant Fire Chiefs announced their retirements.  These retirements coupled with the routine attrition of retiring employees has created an unusual number of movements, especially within our Management Team. 

Chief Bashoor stated, "While there will be additional promotions, including several civilian appointments in the coming weeks, please join me in congratulating the following folks on their promotions and appointments."

The following promotions and appointments with new ranks and assignments were announced today:

Effective Sunday December 29, 2014

Deputy Fire Chief Corey A. Smedley, Administrative Services Command
Appointed by the County Executive

Effective Sunday January 11, 2015

Assistant Fire Chief Dana N. Brooks, Special Assistant to Public Safety Director 

Assistant Chief Mary Crampton, Emergency Medical Services

Assistant Fire Chief Tiffany D. Forest, Fire/EMS Training Academy

Battalion Fire Chief Ava C. Hagood, Office of Professional Standards

Battalion Fire Chief Warren (Tony) Hughes, Emergency Services Command

Battalion Fire Chief Charles (Chuck) Waggoner III, Emergency Medical Services

Fire Fighter/Medic Captain Chad E. Boggs

Fire Fighter/Medic Captain David J. Wilson 

Fire Fighter/Medic Eric R. Zook,

Fire Fighter/Medic Technician Nathan N. Davies 

Acting Assistant Fire Chief  Joseph A. Cardello - Duty Chief Echo

Additional moves associated with these promotions and transfers will be reflected in an upcoming command chart.

Congratulations and best of luck to all promoted!!!

Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor with Deputy fire Chief Corey A. Smedley and the soon-to-be promoted Assistant Fire Chiefs, Battalion Chiefs and a Captain.
Battalion Fire Chief Ava C. Hagood, Office of Professional Standards
Battalion Fire Chief Charles (Chuck) Waggoner III, Emergency Medical Services
Assistant Fire Chief Dana N. Brooks, Special Assistant to Public Safety Director 
Assistant Fire Chief Tiffany D. Forest, Fire/EMS Training Academy
Assistant Chief Mary Crampton, Emergency Medical Services
Battalion Fire Chief Warren (Tony) Hughes, Emergency Services Command
Fire Fighter/Medic Captain David J. Wilson - Administrative Services Command
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PGFD Organizational Chart Includes Today's Promotions and Assignments

January 9, 2015, 2:01 pm
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In addition to todays promotions, effective Sunday, January 11, 2015, Assistant Fire Chief Alicia Francis will assume duties of the Compliance office, which was previously held by Assistant Fire Chief George Michaelides. Acting Assistant Fire Chief Joseph Cardello will assume the duties of Duty Chief “Echo” which has been vacant since Assistant Fire Chief Tommy James was reassigned to the “D” Shift Duty Chief position.

Battalion Chief James Reilly will assume the Battalion Chief duties in the Fire Prevention and Life Safety office, which was previously held by Battalion Chief Dana Brooks. Battalion Chief Reilly will maintain designation as the Departments “METRO Liaison Officer”. Battalion Chief Chris Hunt will be detailed to the Implementation Management position in the Information Management office previously held by Battalion Chief Steve Kling, who bid-out to the 5th Battalion.


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Fort Washington Apartment Fire Displaces 27 - Palmer Road

January 10, 2015, 3:35 pm
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Twenty-seven residents of a Fort Washington apartment building will be displaced after a fire damaged top floor units and the buildings roof.  At around 12:30 pm, Saturday, January 10, firefighter/medics were alerted to an apartment fire in the 900 block of Palmer Road in Fort Washington.  Fifth Battalion firefighters from Fort Washington #847, Allentown Road #832 and Oxon Hill Truck 821 were among the first arriving and found a 3-story garden style apartment building with fire in a top floor unit extending up into the attic area.  The fire eventually burned through the roof of the building before being extinguished.

A precautionary Second Alarm was sounded, however, first arriving firefighters were able to quickly contain and extinguish the fire.  Fortunately no civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.  There are 22 adults and 5 children from eleven apartments that will be displaced.  Complex management is attempting to find vacant units for the displaced.

Fire Investigators determined that a malfunctioning furnace located on a a 3rd floor balcony is the cause of the fire.  The fire extended up into the attic causing the majority of the damage.  Fire loss is estimated at $200,000.






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PGFD Firefighters Battle 5 Home Fires Within 14 Hours - No Injuries

January 11, 2015, 6:53 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

Prince George’s County Firefighters battled five unrelated home fires within 14 hours starting around 12:30 pm on Saturday, January 10.  Four of the home fires occurred within Prince George’s County with accidental causes of the fire and no firefighter or civilian injuries reported.  Prince George’s County firefighters also provided mutual aid to Anne Arundel County on the other home fire.

Saturday, January 10

12:30 pm - 900 block of Palmer Road in Fort Washington.  3-story garden style apartment building - Cause of fire was a faulty furnace on top floor with extension to the roof.  $200,000 estimated fire loss.  No injuries.  27 occupants of fire building displaced.

12:40 pm – 400 block of Deale Road in Anne Arundel County – House Fire.

7:30 pm – 3800 block of Clark Street in Boulevard Heights – 1-story single family home.  Plumber sweating pipes earlier in day ignited combustibles.  $150,000 estimated fire loss.  No injuries reported.

10:30 pm – 6600 block of Chestnut Avenue in Riverdale – 2-story single family home.  Improperly discarded fireplace ashes left in attached carport started fire with extension to house.  $30,000 in estimated fire loss.  No injuries.  2 adults displaced.  A working smoke alarm alerted residents of the fire.

Sunday – January 11

2:00 am – 6700 block of Gateway Boulevard – 2-story single family home – fire in an 2nd floor bedroom caused by a malfunctioning power strip.  A working smoke alarm alerted sleeping residents of the fire.  $10,000 fire loss.  No injuries.

Smoke Alarms and Home Escape Plans

Working smoke alarms save lives.  A exit drill should be planned and practiced identifying 2 ways out of every room in the house and a safe meeting place outside.

We highly recommend the use of 10-year, tamper proof, with hush feature smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, primarily outside of sleeping areas.  If you sleep with your bedroom door closed an alarm should be installed in your room as well.

County residents that need a smoke alarm and can not afford to purchase one themselves should call 311 and arrange for a firefighter to stop by and install one, free of charge.
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District Heights Townhouse Fire Quickly Extinguished

January 12, 2015, 11:25 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

At about 12:30 pm, Monday, January 12, Firefighters from the District Heights area were alerted to a townhouse fire.  Fire/EMS units arrived in the 7000 block of Marbury Court to a 2-story middle of the row townhouse with a working fire.  Initial arriving firefighters had the fire extinguished within 8 minutes of arrival.

As with previous fires over the weekend the structure had working smoke alarms which alerted the occupants.  The occupants evacuated and went to a neighbors house to call 911.  There were no injuries reported.

The cause of the fire is believed to be a candle that ignited furniture.  The fire caused an estimated $25,000 in fire loss to the structure and contents.  One dog was found deceased while another was saved.

One adult and 5 children will be displaced.  They are being assisted by the County Citizen Services Unit and the American Red Cross with temporary shelter.

Smoke alarms save lives.  If you need a smoke alarm and can not afford to purchase one call 311 and a firefighter will make arrangements to install one in your home, free of charge.
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Maryland State Fire Marshal Highlights PGFD Busy Days - "Smoke Alarms Save Lives"

January 13, 2015, 6:30 am
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MEDIA ADVISORY - MLK Day of Service Event - PGFD and the Red Cross

January 13, 2015, 11:42 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930 mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'"
Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities.
The MLK Day of Service is a part of United We Serve, the President's national call to service initiative. It calls for Americans from all walks of life to work together to provide solutions to our most pressing national problems.
On Monday, January 19, the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department will join forces with the American Red Cross – National Capital Region in a “Day of Service” by installing working smoke alarms.
We will start our day with words of inspiration from Fire/EMS Department and Red Cross leaders.
The combined resources will meet at the Oxon Hill Fire/EMS Station and deploy into the communities of Glassmanor and Forest Heights.  Teams will be equipped with fire safety material and working smoke alarms.  In the event a home is visited that is in need of a smoke alarm, one will be installed, free of charge.
The American Red Cross has set a goal of installing a minimum of 75 smoke alarms over four hours of service.
WHAT:      MLK Day of Service Event
WHEN:      Monday, January 19, Opening comments at 9:15 am
WHERE:    Oxon Hill Fire/EMS Station #842, 1100 Marcy Avenue

WHO:        Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor, American Red Cross in the National Capital Region CEO Linda Mathes, Dozens of Red Cross Volunteers and Firefighter/Medics
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DAVIDSONVILLE MAN SENTENCED TO 8 YEARS IN PRISON FOR DISTRIBUTING HEROIN AND OXYCODONE AND ILLEGALLY POSSESSING A PIPE BOMB

January 13, 2015, 2:47 pm
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Hyattsville House Fire Displaces Family of Six - Ogelthorpe Street

January 13, 2015, 6:30 pm
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

A fire that is believed to have started accidentally in a 1st floor bedroom caused an estimated $25,000 in damage and displaced a family of six.  At about 12:15 pm firefighters from the Hyattsville and surrounding area were alerted to a house fire in the 3800 block of Oglethorpe Street.  Firefighters arrived to find a 2-story single family home with smoke showing.  There were a total of 33 firefighter/medics on the scene that required about 8 minutes to extinguish the fire after arrival.  No injuries were reported.

2 adults and 4 children will be displaced and will stay with other family members in the area.  A search of the home failed to find any working smoke alarms.

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Fatal Christmas Morning Fire in Capitol Heights

December 25, 2014, 4:32 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

A Capitol Heights woman died in an early Christmas morning fire.  At around 2:15 am firefighters and paramedics were alerted to a fire in the 900 block of Booker Drive.  Firefighters arrived to find a 2-story duplex with fire showing and a report of a female trapped on the second floor. 

Preliminary investigation indicates a fire started on the first floor.  A working smoke alarm detected smoke and emitted a warning signal to the occupants.  An adult male was awakened by the smoke alarm.  He made attempts to reach his 87-year-old mother, however, the intense heat and thick smoke was just too much and he exited the home.

After the fire was extinguished firefighters discovered the female and she was pronounced deceased.  The cause of the fire is under investigation and fire loss estimates are still being tabulated.

Firefighters will return to the community on Friday afternoon to conduct a Post Incident Neighborhood Intervention Program (PINIP).  Firefighters will go door-to-door in the Booker Drive neighborhood and answer any questions residents may have about the fire and check to ensure everyone is protected by a working smoke alarm and has a home escape plan.

The Booker Drive PINIP will be the second one conducted on Friday.  Firefighters will also be returning to a Bowie neighborhood at 11:00 am where an 83 year old man lost his life in a fire on Christmas Eve.  Fire Chief Marc Bashoor will provide comments and updates on both fires at the Bowie PINIP.
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This Morning - MLK Day of Service with PGFD and ARC

January 19, 2015, 3:30 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930 mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'"
Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities.
The MLK Day of Service is a part of United We Serve, the President's national call to service initiative. It calls for Americans from all walks of life to work together to provide solutions to our most pressing national problems.
On Monday, January 19, the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department will join forces with the American Red Cross – National Capital Region in a “Day of Service” by installing working smoke alarms.
We will start our day with words of inspiration from Fire/EMS Department and Red Cross leaders.
The combined resources will meet at the Oxon Hill Fire/EMS Station and deploy into the communities of Glassmanor and Forest Heights.  Teams will be equipped with fire safety material and working smoke alarms.  In the event a home is visited that is in need of a smoke alarm, one will be installed, free of charge.
The American Red Cross has set a goal of installing a minimum of 75 smoke alarms over four hours of service.
WHAT:      MLK Day of Service Event
WHEN:      Monday, January 19, Opening comments at 9:15 am
WHERE:    Oxon Hill Fire/EMS Station #842, 1100 Marcy Avenue

WHO:        Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor, American Red Cross in the National Capital Region CEO Linda Mathes, Dozens of Red Cross Volunteers and Firefighter/Medics

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Medics Recognized for Excellence in EMS Care

January 20, 2015, 7:26 am
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us     @PGFDPIO

A pair of paramedics that recorded two "saves" were recognized for their Excellence in EMS Care.  On Monday, January 15, Prince George's County Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor met with the two medics at the Laurel Fire/EMS Station #810.  Firefighter/Medic Shawn C. Miller and Paramedic Amanda H. Garrett were presented with Emergency Services Awards for their actions that occurred over two consecutive shifts.

On Sunday, September 7, 2014, Laurel Medic 810 was dispatched to 14200 Laurel Park Drive for the report of a person in cardiac arrest.  Upon receiving the aggressive medical treatment rendered by the pair of medics the patient’s heart resumed beating prior to arriving at the hospital. 

Four days later, the same team responded to a working code in the 300 block of Compton Avenue.  Again, the medical care provided to the victim enabled the resumption of cardiac activity before reaching the hospital.    

A “save” is always the ultimate goal of the Fire/EMS Department.  In too many instances, unfortunately, the outcome is tragic.  However, the cohesive efforts of Miller and Garrett and the rapid prehospital care provided in the aforementioned cases saved two lives.                     

While making the award presentations Fire Chief Bashoor stated, "Congratulations on receiving a Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department Emergency Services Award for Excellence in EMS Care.  For your outstanding performance on the scene of both incidents, you are hereby presented an Emergency Services Award.  Your actions speak well of you personally and professionally and illustrate the excellent caliber of service the Fire/EMS Department strives to deliver to the residents of Prince George’s County."

Fire Fighter Medic Shawn Miller, Fire Chief Bashoor and Paramedic Amanda Garrett




   
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