Civilian Fire Fatality and the Dangers of Needing a Key to Exit
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA Fort Washington resident removed by firefighters from her burning home has died. At around 8:20 pm,...
View ArticleMEDIA NOTES - PGFD Line of Duty Death Funeral Service on Saturday
MEDIA CONTACT Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department continues to mourn and remember...
View ArticleHistory of PGFD Pink Engine "Courage"
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOAfter a successful campaign promoting “Breast Cancer Awareness” with a pink wrapped fire engine the Prince George’s...
View ArticleHalloween Safety
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe fun and excitement surrounding Halloween can suddenly turn to sorrow and misfortune...
View ArticleRedskins Offer Discounted Tickets for First Responders
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View ArticlePGFD and ASPCA Halloween Safety Tips for our Pets
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOHALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS for PetsHalloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping...
View ArticleUpper Marlboro Female Arrested for Setting Fire to Mothers Home
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA 25-year-old female has been arrested and charged with Arson and other related crimes for...
View ArticlePGFD Fire Officer Placed on Leave After Arrest
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George’s County Firefighter/Medic Lieutenant Sean Christopher Roth has been placed on...
View ArticleTRAINING OP - Stress First Aid for Firefighters and Emergency Services Personnel
TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENTStress First Aidfor Firefighters and Emergency Services PersonnelTrain the TrainerWednesday, November 28 – Thursday, November 29, 2018Howard County Maryland Department of Fire...
View Article34th Annual Public Safety Holiday Food Basket program is underway.
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George’s County Public Safety Assistance Program’s (PSAP) 34thAnnual Christmas...
View ArticleAll PGFD Fire/EMS Stations are Toys for Tots Collection Points
All Prince George's County Fire/EMS Stations, Headquarters and worksites have been designated as Toys for Tots Collection Points. You are encouraged to drop off new and unwrapped toys for children of...
View ArticleThanksgiving Day Fire Safety and Injury Prevention Tips #ThanksgivingSafe
Thanksgiving Week Safety Advice from PGFDMEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer 240-508-7930 mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency...
View ArticleCOUNTY EXECUTIVE-ELECT ALSOBROOKS ANNOUNCES CHIEF DEPUTY APPOINTMENT IN...
Mark E. Brady, Chief Public Information Officer, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOPrince George’s County Executive–Elect Angela Alsobrooks announced the appointment of Tiffany D. Green as...
View ArticleSpace Heater Blamed for District Heights House Fire
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA District Heights family experienced first hand the dangers of a space heater early this morning. At around 2:30...
View ArticleMan Critically Burned in Fort Washington
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOAn adult male sustained critical burn injuries at a Fort Washington auto parts store this afternoon. Just before...
View ArticlePGFD Assistant Fire Chief Receives Professional Designation
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOThe Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department is pleased to announce that The Commission on...
View ArticleExhaust Fan Ignites Fire in Laurel Home - PGFD Safety Tips
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA Laurel, Maryland, home suffered significant fire damage and the family has been displaced after a fire started...
View ArticleArrest Made in College Park Arson
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief PIO, 240-508-7930MEBrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIOA man was arrested for setting fire to a College Park commercial strip center early this morning. Just before 2:00...
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