Cold Weather Fire Safety, Injury Prevention and Warming Center Locations
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIORecord lows and "dangerous" wind chills are forecast for tonight and throughout the day on Tuesday.The...
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Inter-Agency Awareness Program Between Fire/EMS Department and Public Safety...
By: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, Prince George's County Fire/EMS Departmentmebrady@co.pg.md.us 240-508-7930 @PGFDPIOInter-Agency Awareness Program Between Fire/EMS Department and Public...
View ArticleLive "Ice Rescue" Training on Thursday
Live "Ice Rescue" training will be conducted on Thursday, January 9, 2014, from 1 pm until 3 pm. Career and volunteer members of the Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department will be hold a "Ice...
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VFW Firefighter and Paramedic of the Year Recognized
Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA pair of Prince George’s County Firefighter/Medics were recently were bestowed with awards and distinctions by the...
View ArticleWUSA TV 9 News Coverage of PGFD Ice Rescue Training
Raw Helmet Cam Video by Kurt Brooks, WUSA TV 9 News
View ArticlePGFD Captain and Technician Promotions
Prince George's County Fire/EMS Chief Marc S. Bashoor announced the promotions of 39 personnel yesterday. In announcing the promotions Chief Bashoor stated, "With the recent promotional process...
View ArticleLaurel House Fire Sends 3 Occupants to Hospital
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThree residents of a Laurel home were hospitalized after a fire damaged their home this morning. At about...
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WARNING: Hoax Suspected in "Fire Inspection" Scheme
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department has been made aware of a...
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Early Images of New PGFD Ambulances
Images of one of two new ambulances being built. The new ambulances were purchased from DPC Emergency Equipment and will be assigned to Baden Fire/EMS Station 836 and St. Joseph's Fire/EMS Station...
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Two Firefighters Injured at Accokeek House Fire - Gardner Road
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOTwo firefighters were injured and 3 occupants displaced after a fire damaged a home in the 16600 block of...
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Line of Duty Death Announcement - James "Doc" Brooks
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us Twitter: @PGFDPIO"Doc" BrooksIt is with deepest regrets that the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical...
View ArticleStatement from County Executive Baker on Line of Duty Death of PGFD Volunteer...
Press ReleaseFor Immediate Release:January 18, 2014For Information Contact:Scott L. PetersonDeputy Manager of Communications/Press SecretaryOffice of Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker,...
View ArticlePGFD Safety Reminders - Staying Warm and Healthy During Cold Weather
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOIt should not be a surprise to anyone living in Prince George's County and surrounding jurisdictions that...
View ArticleViewing and Funeral Arrangements for James "Doc" Brooks - LODD
Funeral arrangements for James "Doc" Brooks of the Volunteer Marine Fire Rescue are as follows:VISITATION and VIEWINGWednesday, January 22, 2014, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pmLee Funeral Home, 6633 Old Alexandria...
View ArticlePrevent Frozen Sprinkler Pipes Now - More Arctic Air on the Way!!!
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe National Weather Service has forecast another Arctic blast of freezing temperatures this week. A...
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Knights of Columbus Recognizes Fire Fighter and Paramedic of the Year
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us Twitter: @PGFDPIOTwo Prince George's County employees were recognized by the Knights of Columbus in Bowie for their...
View ArticleTRAFFIC ADVISORY for Thursday Morning - LODD Funeral Procession
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOTraffic Advisory for Thursday Morning, January 23, 2014.The Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical...
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