Waldorf, Md. — On January 21, 2026, 49 Fire/EMS personnel responded to a garage fire that damaged a two-story single-family home in Waldorf, displacing two residents.

At approximately 5:45 a.m., Fire/EMS units were dispatched to the 3500 block of Catskill Street after 911 callers reported smoke coming from a residential garage. All occupants safely exited the home before fire personnel arrived.

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The Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) program is providing essential support to rural volunteer fire companies across Charles County for wildland fire response. Grant funds will be used for equipment, training, and facility improvements, including protective gear, brush trucks, pumps, hoses, chainsaws, and vegetation management tools.

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On Friday, January 9, 2026, the Charles County Volunteer Firemen's Association, Inc. and the Charles County Association of Emergency Medical Services, Inc. held their Annual Installation of Officers Banquet at the Jaycee's Hall in Waldorf. The event was attended by Acting County Administrator Deb Hall, Commissioner Gilbert Bowling, and Sheriff Troy Berry, who joined in marking the occasion.

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The Bel Alton Volunteer Fire Department, along with the Newburg Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, announce the passing of Past Chief and Past President George F. Hayden on January 6, 2026.

George Hayden dedicated many years to serving the citizens of Charles County in various roles, including Past President and Past Chief of the Bel Alton Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a Charter ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Charles County Volunteer Firemen's Association, Inc. (CCVFA), a not-for-profit organization in Maryland, is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to invite qualified excavation contractors to submit proposals. The purpose is to establish an emergency "as-needed" callback list for contractors who can provide emergency response services in Charles County, Maryland.... (Full Story)

Nanjemoy Volunteers and surrounding departments were dispatched to the 3300 block of Port Tobacco Road in Nanjemoy this morning, after receiving reports of a structure fire and concerns that occupants may be trapped.

At approximately 10:37 a.m. and initially described a house fire affecting a single-family home, according to the early information provided to our 911 Call Center.

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Firefighters responded Monday afternoon to a reported structure fire in the 4200 block of Rufus Madeline Place in Marbury after multiple 911 calls reported heavy fire conditions.

The fire was dispatched at approximately 1:52 p.m. When crews arrived, they found a one-story single-family home with fire showing from the basement and spreading quickly throughout the house. Due to the large amount of ... (Full Story & Photos)

David C. Hoffmaster, Sr., 93, of La Plata, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

A man of devotion to his wife, his family, and his faith, David led a busy and rewarding life. Born on April 5, 1932, in Elgin, Illinois, he married Mary Joann Cornwell on Jan 21, 1956. They were together for over 70 years. They met while helping with the clean-up ... (Full Story & Photos)

Charles County Dive Rescue is saddened to announce the passing of long-term member, Michael Hickman.

Mike was an integral part of Charles County Dive Rescue, joining the team in the early 90's.

He served in many roles in the organization, to include captain. Mike was an accomplished diver who assisted on many recoveries and made a very believable swamp monster at Vampire Manor.

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At approximately 9:25 p.m., the Charles County 911 Center received multiple emergency calls reporting a house fire in the 800 block of Copley Avenue. A full structure fire assignment, totaling 42 Fire/EMS personnel, was immediately dispatched to the scene.
Engine 33 arrived within minutes and confirmed a working garage fire, prompting the request for the Working Fire Dispatch.

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Fire Weather Watch issued November 15 at 12:24PM EST until November 16 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

* TIMING...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. The strongest winds will be across the ridges and northern Virginia and central Maryland.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 to 25 percent possible.

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William “Billy” Joseph Mattingly, 75, of La Plata, MD, went peacefully home with the angels on November 6, 2025.

Billy was born on March 03, 1950 in La Plata, MD. He grew up living at Rock Point MD with lots of family and friends. He started school at Archbishop Neale then transferred and graduated in 1968 from La Plata High School.

It was during his later school years that he joined the Cobb Island ... (Full Story & Photos)

“It takes a village.” This weekend, volunteer Fire & EMS departments from across Charles County came together to kick off the holiday season—transforming the fairgrounds into a Winter Wonderland for the annual Kris Kringle Christmas Market!

Each year this event gets better and brighter, and our volunteers once again showed up in full force—proving that teamwork and community spirit make even the ... (Full Story & Photos)