PGFD Recommendations for 2018 New Year Resolutions
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOAre you having difficulty in choosing your 2018 New Year Resolutions??? The career, volunteer and civilian...
View ArticleResidential and Commercial Building Sprinkler System Freezing Prevention Tips
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George’s County homes constructed since the early 1990’s have a residential sprinkler system...
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PGFD FAQ's About New Maryland Smoke Alarm Law in Prince George's County
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA new law went into full effect on January 1, 2018. This Maryland Law states that a smoke alarm shall be...
View ArticleLocation of County Warming Centers
Location of warming centers in Prince George's County. For additional information visit the County Web Site.Bowie Community Center3209 Stonybrook DriveBowie 20715 Phone: 301-464-1737; TTY 301-218-6768...
View ArticleStatement from DeHaven Family
“Yesterday, Tuesday January 9th, at 8pm, the Prince George's County Police Department informed the family that they located our Dad and he had already passed.We would like to thank everyone for their...
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Reunion of Burn Patient, Infant and PGFD Medics
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThere is no greater award or recognition a firefighter or medic can receive then to meet a patient they...
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PGFD Promotions Announced
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOOn Saturday, January 20, 2018 Prince George's County Fire Chief Benjamin M. Barksdale notified the...
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Images from Recent PGFD Ice Rescue Training
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930, MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department conducts annual recertification...
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PGFD Basketball Team Standing Tall
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George's County, Maryland, Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department were proud to be...
View ArticleHeavy Rain Forecast Prompts Flood Watch for County
Flood Watch for Prince George's CountyMedia Contact: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Prince...
View ArticleDistrict Heights Townhouse Fire with Civilian Fatality - North Hil Mar Circle
MEDIA CONTACT: Alan Doubleday, Assistant Fire Chief, 202-480-4776ACDoubleday@co.pg.md.us @PGFDNewsA female occupant of a District Heights townhouse died after being rescued by firefighters on...
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Firefighter Arrested
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOOn February 13, 2018, A 19 year old Prince George’s County resident and volunteer firefighter, Mr. Tyree...
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Firefighter/Medics Recognized for Rescue of 3 Children from Burning Home
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George's County Fire Chief Benjamin M. Barksdale awarded several Firefighter/Medics this morning for...
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PGFD Graduates 54 Recruits
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBraady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department recently held graduation for...
View ArticlePassing of Judith R. Hoglander
The Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department Department regretfully announces the passing of Judith R. Hoglander, mother of Retired Prince George's County Deputy Fire Chief and...
View ArticleFort Washington House Fire with 2 Civilian Fatalities
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA Fort Washington house fire claimed the life of a husband and wife late Thursday night. Just after 11:30...
View ArticleColmar Manor House Fire with Civilian Fatality
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO“Change your Clock – Change your Battery” is a battle cry from firefighters heard across the Country urging...
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PGFD Deputy Fire Chief Wood Announces Retirement and New Job
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George's County Deputy Fire Chief Dennis C. Wood at 44 years of age and nearly 23 years of service...
View ArticleActing Deputy Fire Chief Announced
Statement from Fire Chief Ben BarksdaleIt is my pleasure to announce on Sunday, April 1st, 2018 Assistant Chief, Brian Frankel has been selected to replace DFC Dennis Wood as the Emergency Services...
View ArticleFour Fires on Tuesday in County - Firefighter Seriously Injured
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George’s County Firefighters battled four structure fires within an 8-hour period on Tuesday. The...
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