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Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

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The 9th Annual Ridge VFD Golf Tournament MAY 10 - On Thursday May 10, 2012, the 9th annual Ridge VFD golf tournament took place at the Wicomico Shores Golf Course in Mechanicsville, Md. It was a nice sunny day but quite breezy. The course was in great shape and tested by thirty avid golfers. Coffee and doughnuts were provided before the start and refreshments were enjoyed by all throughout the day., Upon completion a delicious luncheon was provided ... (Full Story & Photos)

MVA With Vehicle on Fire MAY 07 - At approximately 0758, Companies 4, 14, 49 and 39 along with Squad 3 and the duty medic were alerted to the area of Villa Road and Grayson Road for the reported motor vehicle accident with a vehicle on fire. Command 4 (Chief 4 Raley), Rescue Engine 42 (Chief 4A Raley), Engine 43 (Chief 4B Mercure) marked up shortly after dispatch with eleven personnel. Engine 141, Squad 3, Ambulances 497, 399, ... (Full Story & Photos)

First fire Drill at Dameron day care II APRIL 19 - On Thursday, April 19, 2012, the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department assisted the Dameron Day Care Center with their fire drill. This took place at the new facility located at the St. James hall on Three Notch Rd. Mrs Norris the proprietor had an escape plan posted and it worked out well. The pull station worked and proper doors were utilized. 14 pre schoolers exited thru the south door and 5 infants ... (Full Story & Photos)

First fire drill at the Dameron Day Care Center II

Quick Attack Saves Home APRIL 18 - At 2333, Area Box 4-05 was sounded for the area of Three Notch Rd and Ford's Ln for the report of a vehicle fire that had extended into the residence. This bought Companies 4, 14, 3, 9, 6, Truck 3, Water Supply 5 along with Companies 49, 39 and 38. Initial calls had indicated a working vehicle fire with it extending into the residence. Within two minutes, Engine 43 (Safety Officer Raley) was on ... (Full Story & Photos)

Water Rescue Off of Point Lookout APRIL 10 - At 2237, Companies 4 and 49 along with Calvert County Boat 3 (Solomons) were alerted to the Chesapeake Bay for the reported boat in distress. Boat 4 (Capt. Langley), Rescue Engine 42 (FF/EMT Gatton), Boat 3, Ambulance 496 and Chief's 4 (Raley) and 4B (Mercure) all made the response shortly after dispatch. While responding, units were advised that two occupants were on a sailboat that was stuck ... (Full Story & Photos)

SPARKY goes to Easter party APRIL 07 - SPARKY was invited to the Easter egg hunt and party hosted by the American Legion Post in Ridge, Md. Members of the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department delivered SPARKY with Engine 42. Helmets, weepfuls and stickers were handed out to the kids, also there were photo shots with SPARKY. Members were also available to give yougsters and adults the opportunity to get aboard the apparatus and answer any ... (Full Story & Photos)

Open House at Dameron Day Care Center #2 MARCH 31 - The Ridge Volunteer Fire Department was invited to participate in the opening of the Dameron Day Care Center #2. We towed our Fire Prevention trailer there using Utility 4A. The Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad #497 also participated. Other vendors were also there. Various animals were on display. Mary Norris and her staff have done a wonderful job preparing the facility. They provided activities ... (Full Story & Photos)

SPARKY goes to the Dameron Daycare #2 Open House

Severe Storm Awareness Week - April 8-14, 2012 MARCH 29 - Press release from ST. MARY'S COUNTY GOVERNMENT, Department of Public Safety: In preparation for Severe Weather for 2012, Governor O' Malley has signed a proclamation that the week of April 8-14, 2012 will designated as SEVERE STORMS AWARENESS WEEK for the state of Maryland. It will feature a number of events, which will heighten everyone's understanding of severe weather in Maryland. St. Mary's ... (Full Story & Photos)