As the Division continues to move forward with the incorporation of enhanced technologies to better serve Washington County....
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The three steps every citizens should take to protect themselves and their family...
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Information, training and resources you need to have to survive in a disaster...
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Alarm Ordinance (PDF)

Basic Emergency Operations Plan (PDF)

MEMA Scholarship 2010 (PDF)

Contact Information:
Phone:240-313-2900
Fax: 240-313-2901
Photos courtesy of the
Wash. Co. Photo Team
www.wcvfraphototeam.org
Please contact Verna Brown with questions or comments about the website
vbrown@washco-md.net

 







As the Division continues to move forward with the incorporation of enhanced technologies to better serve Washington County....
>read more



The three steps every citizens should take to protect themselves and their family...
>read more



Information, training and resources you need to have to survive in a disaster...
>read more

Alarm Ordinance (PDF)

Basic Emergency Operations Plan (PDF)

MEMA Scholarship 2010 (PDF)

Contact Information:
Phone:240-313-2900
Fax: 240-313-2901
Photos courtesy of the
Wash. Co. Photo Team
www.wcvfraphototeam.org
Please contact Verna Brown with questions or comments about the website
vbrown@washco-md.net

 




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Public Safety Volunteers Honored at Remembrance Ceremony 

Reported by: Charya Lon
Tuesday, Sep 1, 2009 @06:41pm EDT
HAGERSTOWN, MD - Tuesday marked a day of remembrance in Hagerstown for our fallen heroes.

Those in uniform and local residents came together at City Park for a special dedication.

Thanks to donations, flag poles and lights were added to the gardens at City Park.

The main purpose of the event was to give tribute to all those who volunteer in emergency services.

The tribute has been an annual tradition for the past five years.

http://your4state.com/content/fulltext/?cid=78162


Teen Hiker Rescued After Falling Off Cliff in Maryland
Thursday, September 03, 2009
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. —  An 18-year-old hiker fell off a cliff Thursday in Maryland, and crews hoisted her to safety in a dramatic rescue.
The hiker tumbled about 30 feet off a cliff in Washington County.
Authorities believe it was an accidental fall and she is a recreational climber.
Washington County firefighters and EMS technicians rescued her by pulling her to the top of the cliff in a stretcher.

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,546203,00.html

Ham Radio Enthusiasts Gather to Transmit Their Signals ... 

Reported by: Jeannie Flitner
Saturday, Jun 27, 2009 @05:08pm EDT
LEITERSBURG, MD - A local club reached all parts of the country Saturday as an annual meeting brought members together.

Amateur Radio enthusiasts gathered for the Ham Radio Festival at the Ruritan Park in Leitersburg.

Ham radio is a way for amateur radio volunteers to transmit communication signals all over the world.

Although most members admit it is a hobby, ham radio has proven to be much more.

Butch Eigenbrode of the Antietam Radio Association said, "They played a very huge role in Hurricane Katrina."

Since ham radios are battery powered, they are reliable in emergency situations.

"When Mother Nature comes in with floods or hurricanes or these other elements you still have an opportunity to communicate with people," said Karin Christensen, another member of the Antietam Radio Association.

The Antietam Radio Association is affiliated with Washington County Emergency Services.  The volunteer members are ready to serve the call of duty at any time.

As a part of their annual festival, the members are there to recruit new members from the community.

For those interested in ham radio, you can actually come transmit all across the country, and a licensed operator will be near you to help you.  The members encourage anyone to come try it.

The Ham Radio Festival will continue Sunday at the Leitersburg Ruritan Park until 2:00 p.m.