On Sunday 3/8/20 crews from 31 and surrounding stations were alerted to a house fire on Rosedale Lane. The crew from the engine quickly made entry from the rear of the structure. Quick actions to realize the fire started on the rear of the home and then went inside, made this a smooth and quick operation. Both the Engine and Ambulance responded.
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The Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department is pleased as punch to announce our newest member completing his probationary period and being sworn into full, active membership. Trey Kelso is a veteran of the volunteer fire service in Prince George's County and brings many years of experience and training to our organization. He is family now.... (Full Story & Photos)

We are pleased to welcome our newest member to the Beltsville VFD family. Kira Mayton was sworn in during our January business meeting by company president, Margie Dickey. Kira joins a number of second generation members in the department. Kira's proud father can been seen with a camera in the second photo. Related or not you are family in the Beltsville VFD.... (Full Story & Photos)

Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department has set up the holiday decorations for all to see, but would like to share with you some Holiday decoration tips!
*Most decoration fires in homes start with candles or overloaded wiring.
*Test the smoke alarms and tell guests about the home fire escape plan.
*Keep children and pets away from lit candles.
*Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords ... (Full Story & Photos)

December 21st, 2019 will mark the 1 year anniversary of the in-service date for our new ambulance. This is the first Beltsville owned ambulance since the early 1970's. We would like to thank our community again for your support.

Just to let you know how we have used this state of the art medical unit, here are a few statistics:

First Call - December 10, 2018 A motor vehicle accident in Laurel

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A Crew from Station 31 attended the Trunk or Treat at Beltsville Academy. Crews passed out candy and assisted kids and families to climb on and take pictures in the trucks and ambulance. Thank you PGPD for the invite, and thanks to the community for attending!

Remember this Halloween Season to look both ways before crossing the street, and slow down when driving thru communities as children will ... (Full Story & Photos)

E831B responded from quarters to 9000 Block of Cherry Lane, for a townhouse fire. Units arrived to find a room on fire and went to work. E831B laid out 700 feet of large diameter hose, and supplied the first due company. Units were able to make a quick knock of the fire and returned to service.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Beltsville VFD would like to thank our community for attending our annual open house. Even with the rain it was a success. Our Ladies Auxiliary awarded the winners of the annual fire prevention poster contest. many local vendors attended and as always the department had displays and fire prevention handouts.

The volunteers were able to staff two engines and our ambulance during this event. ... (Full Story & Photos)