A routine morning quickly turned into a life-saving situation for an off-duty member of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department, who sprang into action when a medical emergency unfolded at his own home.

While relaxing in another room, the firefighter was alerted by one of two local contractors working at his residence that the other had suddenly collapsed. Without hesitation, he rushed to the ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Thursday, January 23rd at approximately 7:15 pm, the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department and neighboring departments were dispatched to a trailer fire in the Lord Calvert Trailer Park.

The BDVFD stations 3 and 9 responded with Engine 32, Rescue Engine 92, Engine Tanker 34, Tower 9, Engine 31, Fire Chief 3, Deputy Chief 3B, Deputy Chief 9B, and Safety 3A.

Engine 32 was first arriving on ... (Full Story & Photos)

On January 9, 2025 representatives from Bay District attended a Donation Acceptance Ceremony held by The Knott Family in honor of Bubby Knott.

Bubby Knott built a legacy in our community, and one thing that was highlighted last night was that Bubby believed that love was best expressed through acts of kindness and generosity. Many stories were told last night about the selfless acts of Bubby and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Dry, windy conditions have increased fire risk across the state and fueled ongoing wildfires

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning, effective today, November 1, in all Maryland counties.

Extremely dry conditions persist across the state and have led to an above average number of wildfires statewide, and conditions are not expected to change ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at approximately 10:38 a.m., Station 9 and surrounding EMS companies responded to a motor vehicle collision near Indian Bridge Road and Long Bow Drive in California, Maryland.

Upon arrival, units found a single vehicle off the roadway and into a drainage ditch. The accident resulted in injuries to two adults and one child. Maryland State Police Aviation was called ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the evening of Saturday, October 19, 2024, at approximately 10:07 p.m., Maryland State Police responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Patuxent Beach Road and South Patuxent Beach Road in California, Maryland. The incident involved two vehicles, with both drivers confirming no injuries. An accident report was promptly filed.

However, at 10:59 p.m., while officers and bystanders ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, October 14, 2024, at approximately 12:55 p.m., Bay District Volunteer Fire Department units, alongside several local departments, were dispatched to the 20000 block of Renaissance Court in Lexington Park following reports of a structure fire.

Upon arrival, units found a shed fully engulfed in flames, with the fire rapidly spreading to a nearby wooded area. Crews from Bay District Volunteer ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Friday, October 4, 2024, at approximately 1:25 p.m., emergency medical services (EMS) were dispatched to Bollywood Masala, located at 23418 Three Notch Road, following a reported motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, EMS crews discovered a three-vehicle collision, with one of the vehicles having struck the restaurant building, resulting in structural damage.

Initially, the fire department had ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 2:17 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2024, Bay District Station 9 and surrounding companies were dispatched to the intersection of St. Andrew’s Church Road and Indian Bridge Road following a serious motor vehicle collision involving three vehicles, including one overturned SUV with an occupant trapped inside.

Bay District Engine 92 and Squad 1 (LVFD) arrived on the scene and quickly ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 2:20 PM on September 12, multiple fire stations, including Bay District Stations 9 and 3, along with supporting companies, were dispatched to the 44000 block of Louisdale Road following reports of a house fire. The initial call indicated that the rear deck of the residence was on fire.

Engine 91 was the first to arrive on the scene, reporting smoke showing from a single-story residence. ... (Full Story & Photos)