ATTENTION COLLEGE STUDENTS

 If you are a member of a Fire/EMS Department or will be attending the University of Maryland , College Park campus this summer/fall semester and are looking for a place to live, Branchville Volunteer Fire Company, one of PG County's busiest volunteer Fire/EMS companies, is now accepting applications for the summer/fall semester. For more information email us at info@bvfco11.com

Passing of a Chief AUGUST 09 - Chief CLIFTON E. THRIFT (Age 88) CLIFTON E. THRIFT of Rehoboth Beach, DE, died Tuesday, August 5, 2008, at his residence, surrounded by his family. Mr Thrift was a past Fire chief of the Branchville Fire Dept in Maryland in 1942, a Veteran of the U.S. Army during WWII, Company -A's 13th Battalion. Chief Thrift was a member of Branchville's Last Man's club. The Club consisted of a group of members ... (Full Story & Photos)

Early Morning House Fire JULY 26 - Branchville Volunteers had their sleep interupted for a house fire in Co. 841's area on Elton Rd. near the County line. Units from Montgomery County, reported on the scene with, "fire through the roof." Company 11 was initially assigned to be the RIT company. They secured a hand line and other tools for that job and placed a few precautionary ladders. Command re-assigned them to finish off the fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

Passing of a Member JULY 17 - It is with great regret that I inform you of the passing of James J. Ferreira, member of Branchville Volunteer Fire Department on Wednesday July 16, 2008. A fund has been set up in JJ's name to help Christina, Alyssa, James, and Antonio. Donations can be made at any Bank of America to the James John Ferreira Memorial Fund. Service details are as follows: Public Viewing Tuesday 22 July 1500-1800 ... (Full Story & Photos)

Unattended Cooking Caused a Two Alarm Fire JULY 15 - Just before 12:30 this morning Branchville firefighters were alerted 4th due for a reported apartment building fire in the 8600 block of Greenbelt Road. When units arrived on the scene they encountered an advanced fire with heavy fire conditions from a top floor unit of a three-story garden apartment building. Branchville found a position on an adjacent street, stretched a supply line through ... (Full Story & Photos)

HYDRANT JULY 09 - As usual Past Chief Hughes says it best: Passing of Hydrant ...... I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hydrant. I was unaware she had become sick, but grateful she's not suffering anymore. She's in a better place. In my 31 years, we NEVER had a dog who was more beloved than she was. I'm sure I speak for the company when I say we loved her very much and that she will forever ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fireworks on the Road JULY 04 - At 2055 hours just prior to the beginning of the fireworks at UMCP units from 811 responded to a three vehicle accident at the intersection of University Blvd and Metzerott Road. Engine 811 staffed with 5 personnel and Chief 811-A operated on the scene for approximately 30 minutes. Three patients were transported to area hospitals; one patient by Medic 812 to Shock Trauma and two patients by Ambulance ... (Full Story & Photos)

Engine 811 First Due at Beltsville Mass Casualty Incident JUNE 29 - Just after 11:30PM, units from Branchville Station 811 along with an ambulance from Beltsville Station 831 were dispatched for a reported sick person at a local multiplex movie theatre. According to Mark Brady, Public Information Officer for PG Fire/EMS, when units arrived on the scene they reported over two dozen people complaining of symptoms consistent with irritant exposure. Due to the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Engine 811 Special Called to Riverdale House Fire JUNE 29 - Just before 3:30 this morning, Branchville Engine 811 was special called to a house fire on Baltimore Ave in Riverdale. The crew from Branchville completed fire extinguishment and conducted extensive overhaul before returning to service. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Another Fatal on I-95 JUNE 27 - On the morning of June 27, there was another fatal accident on I-95. Units from Branchville were alerted to I-95 north of Powder Mill Road for a vehicle accident. Upon the arrival of C-811A, communications was advised of a single vehicle into a tree with one person trapped and trauma code. The female patient succumbed to her injuries.... (Full Story & Photos)

Beltsville Loses One of its Own JUNE 27 - The Officers and members of Branchville Volunteer Fire Department send their thoughts and prayers out to Beltsville VFD. Life member and Prince George's County Police Corporal Richard Findley, a 10-year veteran of the force. He was killed in the line of duty Friday morning in Laurel during an altercation with two men suspected of driving a stolen vehicle. He is survived by a wife and two young daughters. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Corporal Richard Findley, killed in the line of duty

Fatal Accident On Capital Beltway JUNE 24 - On June 24, units from Branchville were alerted to the Capital Beltway for an accident involving a tractor trailer and an overturned pickup. First arriving unit advised they had an overturned pickup with one ejected. The patient succumbed to his injuries on scene. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Branchville makes the OC paper... JUNE 24 - Branchville made the paper! The Ocean City Today newspaper shows a front page picture from the MSFA annual parade. The picture is of the Budweiser Clydesdales and in the background is our very own Jimmy Crisman driving the "poop cart", the Branchville Ladies Auxiliary marching, and the award winning 1969 Open Cab pumper. Way to go Branchville! http://www.oceancitytoday.net/ ... (Full Story & Photos)

What an act to follow... Picture from the Ocean City Today newspaper.

The Branchville Volunteer Fire Company & Rescue Squad Inc., is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the provision of quality Fire and EMS service to our response area and beyond. The corporation is governed by a dual system. The administrative functions are handled by the Board of Directors which includes the financial and political aspects of the company. The operational functions are handled by the Chief with the help of the Chief Officers and the Line Officers.