On Sunday, September 8, 2024, at approximately 4:17 p.m., a serious multi-vehicle collision occurred on the 22000 block of Three Notch Road, just north of Chancellors Run Road. Bay District's Fire Chief 3, J. Gould, was traveling northbound when he observed a red passenger vehicle traveling in the wrong direction, heading southbound in the northbound lanes.

Despite efforts by Fire Chief Gould and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Early Monday morning, multiple fire departments and emergency services were dispatched to a working residential fire at 47758 Sunset Manor Lane, St. Inigoes, MD. The alarm was dispatched at 5:29 a.m. when a Naval District Washington (NDW) Police Officer discovered the blaze and notified NDW Dispatch, who promptly contacted the St. Mary’s County 911 Center.

Firefighters from Bay District Stations ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the evening of Thursday, September 5, 2024, at approximately 9:26 p.m., Bay District Tower 9 and surrounding units responded to a reported technical rescue at Chaney Enterprises, located on Airport View Drive in Hollywood, Maryland.

The 911 call reported an employee who had last been seen atop a silo on the worksite and had been missing for over an hour. Concerns grew after the employee’s vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the evening of Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at approximately 10:06 p.m., Bay District Station 3 and surrounding EMS companies were dispatched to a reported motor vehicle collision near the intersection of Three Notch Road and Forest Park Road in Lexington Park. Initial reports indicated that one individual involved in the incident was unconscious.

Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a single vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 8:37 a.m., emergency medical personnel responded to a residence in the 48000 block of Spring Ridge Road in Lexington Park following a report of injuries sustained from a fall.

911 callers reported that a patient was in and out of consciousness after experiencing a fall. Upon arrival, emergency medical personnel found the male suffering from head injuries and promptly ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday, June 26, the southern end of St. Mary’s County experienced several significant thunderstorms, resulting in a high volume of emergency calls. The Bay District Volunteer Fire Department (BDVFD) responded to 35 service calls within a 24-hour period. The types of calls included automatic fire alarms, outside fires, downed wires and poles, fallen trees, automobile accidents, structural collapse, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The end of an era has begun today. Demolition of the old LPVFD/BDVFD (Station 3 on South Coral Drive) has started this morning to make room for future development.

This station has been a cornerstone of our community, witnessing countless acts of bravery, service, and camaraderie. As we say goodbye to this beloved building, we reflect on the countless memories and the dedication of all the firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 12:47 p.m., St. Mary’s County Emergency Communications sprang into action, dispatching Bay District Station 3 (Lexington Park), NDWFD Engine 132, and surrounding EMS resources to the intersection of North Essex Drive and Saratoga Drive in Lexington Park. The call was in response to a distressing motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.

Upon arrival, Fire Chief ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 6:47 p.m., a significant fire broke out in the 21800 block of Magnolia Drive in California, Maryland. The blaze, reported to have originated in the garage, quickly spread to the attached residence and a nearby camper.

Responding swiftly to the emergency call were the Bay District Stations 9 & 3, Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, ... (Full Story & Photos)

In the early hours of Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at approximately 3:55 a.m. St. Mary's County Emergency Communications alerted Bay DIstrict Stations 3 and 9 to the 17500 block of Whitestone Drive for a structure fire, sending multiple fire departments from St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles Counties into action.

The initial alert came from an alarm company, promptly followed by concerned neighbors ... (Full Story & Photos)