The Beltsville Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to announce that Steven Hamrick, having completed the required probationary period, has been voted into full department membership as an active member.

Steve came to Beltsville as a transfer from another department and already has considerable training, experience, and an unmatched level of enthusiasm to serve the community.

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Shortly after 3:00 this afternoon, Truck 31 was dispatched as the 2nd due truck (search company) for the reported house on fire in the 9700 Blk of Narragansett Pky in Co. 11s area. The truck arrived and controlled the utilities then searched the basement and first floor.

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Early this evening Engine 313 was dispatched to the 11200blk of Evans Trail in Beltsville units arrived to find fire showing from the second floor. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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.

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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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