On Tuesday February 24 at 1857 hours (6:57 pm), units were dispatched to the 800 block of Meadow Field Court for a reported house fire. First arriving units encountered fire from the roof of a two story single family dwelling. Occupants of the home were out of the house on arrival of the fire and rescue units. A coordinated interior/exterior attack brought the fire under control in 20 minutes. Units ... (Full Story & Photos)

Heavy snow falls, storms, and high winds, downed power lines, and utility company blackouts can all lead to power outages. Many people turn to a portable generator for a temporary solution. The Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company, NFPA and the United States Fire Administration encourage the public to be aware of the risks of using portable generators and to take due precautions.

Generators should be ... (Full Story & Photos)

Colder temperatures are in the air and space heaters are arriving on a floor or table near you. Ther Mt. Airy Volunteer Fire Company and State Fire Marshal Brian Geraci are reminding Marylanders of the risk associated with the use of portable space heaters.

The risk of fire from portable space heaters is especially high when used improperly. The safety tips listed below will help all Marylanders ... (Full Story & Photos)

Losing power in the dead of winter can be panic inducing, and rightfully so. All the more reason to have a plan, share it with the whole family, and stick to it. Doing so will help prevent a worse situation like CO poisoning or house fires.

Here are the Do's and Don'ts when the power goes out in the Winter.

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1. Check the electric panel for a blown circuit. Simple problem, simple solution.

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As the town and region prepares for another of winter's snow storms, the MAVFC asks that residents and business operaters make sure that fire hydrants on their street, and in front of their homes and businesses, are cleared of snow and ice when these storms occur. Firefighting water is critical, and access to hydrants is difficult when there are snow piles or uncleared hydrants. Citizens are asked ... (Full Story & Photos)