MEDIA REPORTS - Hiker Rescued in Bowie Park
DC Breaking Local News Weather Sports FOX 5 WTTGThe following images are courtesy of Local News Service ChopperThe following images are courtesy of Assistant Fire Chief Steve "Country" White
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MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930It seems appropriate that presenting Department Citations for one of the busiest days in the history of the Prince George's County...
View ArticleBefore A Storm Safety Tips
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930BEFORE THE STORM:Stay informed by monitoring local news broadcasts about approaching weather. Sign up to Notify Me- Prince George's and...
View ArticleStay Informed-Stay Ready-Stay Safe with Severe Weather
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930The National Weather Service is forecasting potential strong storms moving through Prince George’s County this afternoon and evening. These...
View ArticleRoadways Known to Flood During Heavy Rains
Areas and roadways in Prince George's County that are prone to flash flooding and flooding days after the storm include:Brock Bridge Road near Laurel-Bowie Road (RT 197) LaurelAreas along Route 1 and...
View ArticlePGFD Hiring Instructor III's (2 Temporary-Seasonal - 1000 hour positions)
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY GOVERNMENTOffice of Human Resources Management1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159Largo, MD 20774http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/Employment/index.asp INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE...
View ArticleSuitland Family Escapes Home Fire After Smoke Alarm Sounds
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930Conditions upon arrival of Silver Hill Engine 829. Photo is courtesy of a member of the community.A Suitland family was alerted to a fire...
View ArticleTIC Assists in Rescue of Trapped Cat
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930A Fort Washington family recently looked to firefighters at their nearby station to help them rescue their dog that was trapped in a deep...
View ArticleA Flying Fire Engine??? TEAM PGFD Competes in September Flugtag
TEAM PGFDFROM: DENTON , MDCOMPETING IN: WASHINGTON, DC GEORGE RABURNPILOT CLINT CARDINALECREW KEVIN "KITTY CAT" HODGESCREW KATIE JOHNSONCREW CHRIS HODGESCREWOur StorySince the Flugtag is being...
View ArticlePGFD PROFILE - Fire Fighter/Medic John Bowman - Giving Back to the Community
byDiane V. Cunningham, Assistant to the PIO, 301-883-5222, DVCunningham@co.pg.md.usFire Fighter/Medic John Bowman, 48, began his career with the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services...
View ArticlePGFD "PINKY" and Fire Chief Attend Congressional Women's Softball Game
Prince George's County Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor and members of his Community Outreach staff joined fans at the well-attended the Congressional Women's Softball Game on Wednesday evening, June 26,...
View ArticleFlugtag Anyone??? Team PGFD Prepares for National Event
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930In their off-duty time, many members of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department participate in various...
View ArticleFourth of July Approved County Fireworks Displays
The Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department wishes everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July. To enjoy holiday festivities we ask that you attend one of the public and...
View ArticleWARNING - All Consumer Fireworks are Illegal in County
Prince George's County is one of three jurisdictions in Maryland that prohibit all consumer fireworks. This law is designed to protect you and those around you.Citizens, businesses and visitors should...
View ArticleJuly 1 - is "Safety First Day of the Month" PLUS New Smoke Alarm Law
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930Monday, July 1, 2013, is Safety First Day of the Month!!!A New Law in the State of Maryland goes into effect today - watch the video...
View ArticleFiery Crash Send Three Teens to Area Trauma Centers
Media Contact: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930Video by: Mark E. Brady, PGFD PIOJust before midnight on Tuesday, July 2, a 2-vehicle crash occurred in the 8400 block of Ardwick-Ardmore...
View ArticleMount Rainier House Fire Claims Life of Occupant
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930Fire Investigators are working to determine the cause and origin of a fire that has claimed the life of a Mount Rainer man. At about 9:45...
View ArticleActs of Compassion by Firefighters Going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930Two recent acts of compassion by firefighters may have been relatively obscure but speak large volumes about of the act of going above and...
View ArticleBowie Man Charged with Arson
Prince George's County Fire Investigators have charged a Bowie resident with Arson in the 1st Degree, as well as other charges, after he is alleged to have set multiple fires inside of his house. At...
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