The Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department is sad to announce the passing of Life Member Harry Stephen “Hump” Flora.

Steve joined the department in 1966 and was a dedicated member for over 50 years. Steve was one of the top emergency responders year after year. For the last 10 years Steve was frequently seen staffing the ambulance, serving the citizens of Beltsville.

The viewing and service will ... (Full Story & Photos)

Thanks to Chelsea and Bev Hunt, of Burtonsville, for making and sending "Light of Love" care kits for the first responders at Beltsville VFD.

Using money donated by family and friends the Hunts assembled these packages of healthy Shaklees products. Each Care Kit contains a meal bar, energy bars, an energy chew, a pomegranate tea packet, and a immunity supplement. To support and thank all those ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday 5/10/20 crews from Beltsville and the surrounding area were alerted to a house fire with multiple callers on Olympia Avenue. Leaving the station crews could see the column of smoke coming from the Beltsville Heights area. The engine crew arrived on scene and rapidly placed a line in service to begin firefighting efforts. The fire was shortly extinguished. Luckily no occupants or firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, crews from 31 were alerted to a house fire on 51st Ave. in Branchville, Md. We responded with the Engine (3rd due) with 5, Truck (2nd) with 5 and the Deputy Chief. Upon arrival, Engine 31 advanced a line to assist with suppression operations, Truck 31 conducted a primary search and took care of the electric while Chief 31A had the Division 1 (first floor) supervisor. The fire was quickly ... (Full Story & Photos)

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)