On April 27 and 28, 2025, the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association (SMVFA) gathered in solemn remembrance and spirited celebration during its annual convention and memorial service. Hosted by the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, this year’s convention held special significance as Past President and Past Chief Tom Mattingly Jr. was installed as the incoming President of the Association.

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The Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen's Association (SMVFA) is proud to participate in a solemn national tribute to honor the courageous men and women of the fire service who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

From April 27 through May 4, 2025, landmarks, fire stations, homes, and businesses across the nation — including those in Southern Maryland — are encouraged to participate ... (Full Story & Photos)

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)

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It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Auxiliary Life Member Amy Copsey. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Copsey and Guy families and ask the community to keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Amy Copsey joined the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary in April of 1997. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) is issuing an urgent warning to the public about a fraudulent website impersonating the organization and attempting to deceive supporters into making illegitimate donations.

The counterfeit website, operating under the domain fireheros.org, is a deceptive and unauthorized clone of the Foundation’s legitimate website, www.firehero.org (note: no “s” ... (Full Story & Photos)

Leon Alonzo Cullison, Jr., affectionately known as “Dictator,” passed away on March 19, 2025, at the age of 96 at Washington Hospital Center. A lifelong resident of Ridge, Maryland, Leon was born on April 26, 1928, in Washington, D.C., to the late Leon Cullison, Sr. and Carolyn McKay Evans.

Leon was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 75 years, Mildred Cullison, and their son, Richard Cullison. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The 2025 Installation of Officers Banquet was held on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary recognized the accomplishments of the members and the department. The new 2025 Officers of the Auxiliary and the Operational Officers of the Fire Department were installed by Past President (MVFD & SMVFA) and Board of Director, Willie Wilkerson. The Fire Department ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1851 hours, Anne Arundel County dispatched Calvert Companies 1, 5 & 6 to the 6600 Block of Revell Road in AA Company 42’s area. Squad 1, Tower 1, Brush 1, PA219 & Chief 1A made the response.

First arriving units from Deale found a working house fire with extension into a second home, along with multiple spots fires in the nearby woods. Squad 1 arrived on the scene and assumed first due special ... (Full Story & Photos)

On March 4th at approximately 1245 hours, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 38000 block of Pleasant View Dr in Charlotte Hall, St Mary’s County for the shed fire. Chief 2, Chief 2A, Engine Tanker 2 and Tanker 2 made the initial response.

Engine Tanker 2 was first arriving and found a shed fire that extended to the woods, a utility trailer and side Bravo of an attached garage. A working fire ... (Full Story & Photos)