Severe winter weather brings more than just snow and ice — it also increases risks inside and outside the home.

During severe winter weather, the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning increases as people improperly use heaters, fireplaces, generators, and vehicles to stay warm, allowing deadly CO gas to build up indoors. CO is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Severe winter weather brings more than just snow and ice — it also increases risks inside and outside the home.

Icy sidewalks, steps, and driveways can quickly become dangerous during winter weather. Slips and falls are one of the leading causes of winter-related injuries and can result in broken bones, head injuries, and trips to the emergency room.

✅ Walk slowly and take short steps on icy surfaces
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Recently, our department, along with mutual aid from NDWFD Webster Field and Bay District VFD, responded to a call for an electrical burning odor in the residence. After thoroughly searching the house, including the attic and crawl space, crews discovered a melted charger cable that had started to burn into the carpet. Fortunately, the issue was discovered before a fire broke out.

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On Saturday, January 24th, the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary installed their 2026 Administrative and Operational Officers, and recognized several members for their contributions during 2025.

Joe Cooper, Past President of the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association, swore in the Administrative Officers, Board of Directors, Operational Officers, and Engineers. Becky Wathen, ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, November 23rd, members of the Ridge VFD, Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad (SDVFDRS), and NDWFD Webster Field Company 14 gathered for a large scale school bus extrication drill. Following the briefing and scenario set up by Assistant Chief Bradley Cooper, representatives from Fire & Safety Equipment Company provided a presentation and demonstration of their line ... (Full Story & Photos)

4-02 Box, Nov 2 at 04:08 - Ridge units were dispatched to the area of Point Lookout Road and Mattapany Rd in Lexington Park for the reported single vehicle off the roadway with unknown injuries. Chief 4A arrived on scene, confirmed a vehicle off the road into the woods on St. James Church Rd, with the single occupant out of the vehicle and walking around. Chief 4 arrived and established command. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Friday, October 24th - During the 66th Annual Mid Atlantic Life Safety Conference and Awards Banquet in Annapolis, MD, Ridge VFD Auxiliary Vice President Jessica Snyder was awarded the 2025 John C. Spiker, Sr. Excellence in Life Safety Educator of the Year Award for her outstanding work as our Fire Prevention Co-Lead. This award honors the public fire and life safety community member who has significantly ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, October 20th, members of the Ridge VFD participated in our October training drill focused on Air Consumption and Management, emphasizing the importance of understanding and controlling air usage during firefighting operations.

The evening began with a presentation covering key aspects of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) operation, including air capacity, supply and regulation, ... (Full Story & Photos)