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National Weather Service Alerts for Frederick County, MD
The Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association
wantsYOU to GEAR UP
Would you like to make a difference in your town?
Being a volunteer member is a
great way to contribute!
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Frederick County High School Work Based Learning Internship
Member Joyce Shry, March 05
The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services Internship Program is offered to high school students by Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services. Interested high school students must be at least 16 years of age, a member of a volunteer fire/rescue company AND pass a Frederick County Fire Department physical. If you are not currently a volunteer, we will gladly assist you in this process.
Our ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Volunteer
Member Joyce Shry, March 14
People volunteer because they care about their community and want to give back.
Volunteers are able to see the difference they make in other people's lives whether that be helping them in life threatening situations or just educating them on how to better take care of themselves or others they are helping. One of the most critical responsibilities is assessing the medical needs of the sick or injured. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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A day in the life of a volunteer firefighter
Member Joyce Shry, February 16
Our volunteers are priceless. Even though we are a combination system, without volunteers you probably would not receive the services you do today. Remember, when you call 9-1-1, it is probably one of the worse days of your life.
We encourage you to volunteer with us. We offer free training. We offer volunteer incentives. We offer an array of great career opportunities due to learning specialized ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Gear Up Class 24-1 CONGRATULATIONS!
Member Joyce Shry, February 14
Congratulations Gear Up class 24-1! These new volunteers recently completed their Gear Up New Member Orientation. One of the favorite topics discussed during class is the Maryland State Police Aviation Trooper 3 responses. This class is always exciting!
Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services offers free new volunteer orientation classes - Gear Up New Member Orientation. The class ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Gear Up Class 24-1
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Volunteers needed because of why?
Member Joyce Shry, January 16
Volunteers make up 67 percent of our nation’s fire service, protecting communities from hazards of all kinds. Small and rural communities are especially dependent on volunteers to provide emergency services. The services donated annually by volunteer firefighters in the U.S. are worth approximately $46.7 billion. Without those donated services, many communities would be unable to provide emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Be a Volunteer Firefighter
Member Joyce Shry, January 11
Is there a FIRE in YOU?
Maybe It's time to Add a new Suit to your wardrobe.
Volunteer Fire, Emergency Medical Clinicians, Auxiliary and Fire Police are Needed!!
Come join our Family. Free training to members, Tax Breaks, Length of Service Awards Program, College Tuition Reimbursement and more.
Gear Up and learn with us!
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Why do we need volunteer firefighters?
Member Joyce Shry, January 04
The importance of having a volunteer fire corporation is that it provides essential services to communities, especially in rural areas. Without proper staffing, fire and EMS corporations cannot provide the services and protection their communities need. According to the U. S. Fire Administration (USFA) almost 70% of the United States firefighters are volunteers. Volunteer firefighters donate billions ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Do you know the definition of a firefighter?
Member Joyce Shry, December 28
As defined by Wikipedia, “a firefighter is a first responder trained in firefighting, primarily to control and extinguish fires that threaten life and property, as well as to rescue persons from confinement or dangerous situations”.
To be a firefighter means to be a professional who is trained to combat and extinguish fires, as well as respond to various other emergency situations. Firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)
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