The Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. is saddened to announce the untimely passing of Company 3 active member, Corey Porter, on April 8th, 2024.

Corey joined the Waldorf VFD – Company 3 in early 2017, following in the footsteps of his father and life member Scott Porter.

Corey was well liked and respected in the department.

Corey was hired by the Naval District Washington Fire Department ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Charter Board has placed a survey on the Charles County website regarding Public Safety concerns.

This includes Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement. Please go to this survey and respond.

Just so you know the background the Fire and EMS volunteers for Charles County has not had a tax rate increase in over 20 years.

The cost of apparatus, equipment and housing has increased tremendously in that period ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mission BBQ of Waldorf sponsored a fundraiser by selling "red and blue hero cups" to their customers with $2.00 of each cup going to Fire/EMS and CCSO. Volunteer leaders participated in a check presentation on Monday and received a check totaling $824.00 which will go towards future leadership training opportunities. We want to thank Mission BBQ and it's customers for the wonderful donation and look ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department is saddened to announce the passing of Life Member Robert L. Dofflemyer (Bob).

Bob had been an active member of the department for 59 years and during his tenure, held offices which included Chairman of the Board, President, and Assistant Fire Chief.

Additionally, Bob was a longtime instructor with MFRI, up to the last 6 years. Bob still came up to the station ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 12:40 PM Charles County 911 Center received calls for the reported garage on fire in the 2900 blk of Old Washington Road. The "structure fire detached shed" assignment was immediately sent to the address. E31 arrived one minute after dispatch established "tactical command" and confirmed the detached outbuilding was full engulfed. Chief 1 (Hutchins) arrived to assume command at his ... (Full Story & Photos)

During this months county chiefs meeting Chief 8 (Hudson) presented a plaque to Chief 12B (Sutter) thanking the officers and members from Waldorf for the use of Tanker #12 while Tenth District's tanker was being purchased. This gesture was greatly appreciated by Chief Sutter who accepted the award on behalf of his station.... (Full Story & Photos)

Only on the job two days, Recruitment Retention Coordinator Chris Schaefer is currently at North Point High School displaying marketing materials and talking with students to recruit as volunteers in our county. We want to thank Cadet Leader Porter McRae for taking time to assist with this wonderful event. Reminder to everyone, we have openings throughout our county, stop by your local fire station, ... (Full Story & Photos)

911 began receiving numerous calls for a "house on fire" on Dominion Place in Welcome just after 9:00 AM this morning. A total of 41 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the scene from Charles and Prince Georges County. Truck #1 arrived in minutes confirming the 2 story single family home well involved, defensive operations only. E83 arrived and began placing hand lines in place along with ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tenth District Volunteers along with surrounding fire departments in Charles County responded to a "house on fire" in the 6000 block of Ripley Way in Marbury. Minutes after dispatch, E83 arrived on scene, reported smoke showing and conducting the 360. Chief 8 (Hudson) arrived the scene, established command, ordered the water supply site at the Armory at Hawthorne and Route 301, Chief 10 (Hammett) ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to our dedicated Fire/EMT Cadets for their outstanding performance at today's Southern Maryland Regional SkillsUSA competition 2024! We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the instructors, as well as the numerous volunteers who selflessly supported and coached these talented individuals at their local stations, preparing them for this momentous event.

Today's competition marks ... (Full Story & Photos)

David Anthony Hayden, Sr., known to most as “Tony”, could always be counted on for a constant smile and warm hug. His loving nature was evident in his life of service to his church, his family and his community. A lifelong resident of Southern Maryland, Tony passed away January 6, 2024, at George Washington University Hospital. He was 65 years old.

Tony was born August 4, 1958, in La Plata, Maryland, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Until February 13, 2024 Mission BBQ of Waldorf is sponsoring a fundraiser by selling "red and blue hero cups" to their customers with $2.00 of each cup going to Fire/EMS and CCSO. Once the fundraiser has concluded volunteer leaders will participate in a check presentation along with Charles County Fraternal Order of the Police. We want to thank Mission BBQ and Community Ambassador Suzanne Dickerson ... (Full Story & Photos)

As is the tradition for many years, the volunteer Fire and EMS associations hold their annual banquet in early January. On January 5th, volunteers across the county celebrated the activities from the past year honoring two outstanding volunteers for their individual accomplishments. The officers for the Fire and EMS associations for 2024 are as follows:

CCVFA ... (Full Story & Photos)