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You are protected by an all volunteer fire service and a combination paid/volunteer EMS service of 175 men and women. With nearly 8,000 fire and EMS emergency responses a year the BAVFC is not only the busiest volunteer company in Harford County but one of the busiest in Maryland. This amounts of approximately 22 fire and EMS emergency calls per day. The BAVFC operates 5 engines, 2 ladder towers, 1 rescue, 4 ALS transport units (medic units), 1 air cascade, 2 brush trucks, 1 aux service vehicle, and 6 utilities out of three fire stations strategically placed in their 80 square mile first due response district. All of the BAVFC fire officers have an average experience time in the fire service of 18 years. and they meet or greatly exceed the nationally recognized standards for fire officer training – some hold Fire Engineering and Fire Science degrees.

We are a combination emergency service organization located in Harford County, MD serving 125,000-150,000 persons avg on a daily basis.

Mission: The mission of the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Incorporated shall be the prevention and suppression of fire and the protection of life and property during such fires and emergencies as may occur in the Town of Bel Air and the surrounding communities.

06/05/2019

BAVFC assisted Joppa Magnolia with the tower for an apartment fire on Eloise Lane in the 4am hour. RG

Photo: John Gallagher, BAVFC

06/01/2019

6/1, 230p: The BAVFC and the Fallston VFAC worked this collision with double rescue at Rt 23 and Grafton Shop Rd. Extrication took approximately 15 minutes. Two persons were transported for non life threatening injuries, one by aviation to a regional trauma center. RG

Photos: Mark Ensor, BAVFC (@ensor3 )

05/23/2019

Volunteering Does Pay

05/22/2019

5/22: Two serious motor vehicle collisions kept personnel busy this morning between 0630 and 0830. The first was involving a motorcycle on Rt 24 at Osborne Parkway and the second was on Rt 924 and Moores Mill Rd involving a school bus. In that incident the driver of the passenger car had to be cut from the vehicle. It took approx 15 minutes to complete that task. All injuries non threatening taken to regional trauma centers by land. RG

Photos: Bill Wynne, BAVFC

05/11/2019

What did you do before noon today? We did some hoseline training at Harford County Department of Emergency Services. RG

Photos: BAVFC

05/09/2019

5/9: BAVFC crews with assistance from mutual aid partners from Harford and Baltimore Counties work a two alarm fire at Weavers Autobody in the 700blk of Bel Air Rd. No injuries and the fire is under control at this time. RG

Photo: John Gallagher, BAVFC

05/06/2019

5/6, 3p: One person was taken by land to a regional trauma center and one to a local hospital for non life threatening injuries that occurred in this motor vehicle collision in the 1000blk of Prospect Mill Rd. There were an additional 5 refusals of EMS from the bus. HCSO investigating. RG

Photos: Bill Wynne, EVD BAVFC

04/27/2019

4/27: A followup to our video here are some still shots from training today. It takes alot to be a great firefighter, the dedication, the desire and the consistency but also it is maintaining job knowledge, skills and abilities through training. New and innovative ways to learn and refresh on the basics are always good. RG

Photos: Gus Everhardt, LT BAVFC

04/27/2019

BAVFC Hose Line Advancement Training

4/27: Several hours were well spent at the BAVFC training access in Forest Hill this am. Approx 25 members worked on refining and learning hose line advancement and forcible entry skills. Many thanks to Harford County Department of Emergency Services director Eddie Hopkins for his assistance in helping Sgt Rob Parsons set up another excellent drill. #teamwork RG

Video: Gus Everhardt, LT BAVFC

04/26/2019

4/26: So guess who an engine crew on driver training / area fam saw this morning at the Royal Farm Store? @1037wxcy morning show! RG

Photo: Ricky Davis, Jr. Dep Chief BAVFC

04/24/2019

4/24, 830a: The BAVFC responded to the Upper Chesapeake campus for a single vehicle off the roadway. Crews found no injury but driver was unable to exit the vehicle due to its positioning both the curb and embankment. Quick stabilization with winch ops was set up and driver assisted out. RG

Photos: Mark Ensor, BAVFC @ensor3

04/14/2019

4/14: The annual BAVFC banquet was held last evening. It is a time to honor those who give so much to the community. This year's banquet was a bit different than years in the past as it introduced several new award categories. Lets introduce all the awards and the recipients.

Donald MacLean - 65 years of service award

Eddie Hopkins - 45 years of service award and Sheriff's Office Award (also #6 fire responder, 1,013 fire calls)

Mike Lochary - 45 years of service award

Valerie Kulis - 40 years of service award

Virginia Holloway - The Thomas Zecha Administrative Person of the Year

Scott McNutt - Fire Person of the Year (also #5 fire responder, 1,251 fire calls)

Jennifer Rill - EMS Person of the Year (#7 EMS responder, 128 EMS calls)

Steven Davis - Cadet of the Year (also #12 fire responder, 861 fire calls)

Charles May, III - Cadet of the Year (also #8 fire responder, 971 fire calls)

Andrea Ensor - Shirley MacLean Auxiliary Person of the Year

Kevin Kadolph - Unsung Hero 2019

Congratulations to all award winners!

Photos: John Gallagher, BAVFC

04/14/2019

Every considered becoming a volunteer Fire or EMS person and serving your community? Stop by the Main Station at 109 S. Hickory Ave in Bel Air and talk to one of members Today from 12:30 - 3:00.

04/14/2019

4/18: Many thanks to fill in crews and units from @sudlersvillevfc, @abingdonfire and Whiteford VFC who provided coverage as BAVFC members attended their annual banquet and awards ceremony. Pics show units responding to an early evening multi patient motor vehicle collision on Rt 24 and Marketplace Dr. RG

Photos: Charlie Walls, BAVFC

04/13/2019

4/12, 9a: Innovative ideas keeps personnel fresh with training. The objective for this this morning was on search/rescue and air management issues that can be faced in the field. Firefighters pulled hand-lines to get their respiratory rate accelerated. They then bled their air supply to a quarter tank to simulate the drop that happens with work and then went thought a maze including confinement, entanglement and debris. RG

Photos Courtesy: BAVFC

04/06/2019

4/6, 0800: Saturday kicked off fast as BAVFC and Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co. crews worked this vehicle fire on North Tollgate Rd near Red Pump Road. RG

Photos: Mike Marino, BAVFC

04/01/2019

4/1: BAVFC crews along with Joppa, Fallston and Kingsville worked this house fire in the 400blk East Broadway. No injuries. Occupants who were home at time of the fire safely escaped. FM is investigating. RG

Photos: John Gallagher and Mark Ensor, BAVFC

04/01/2019

Shoreline Emergency Vehicle Graphics just finished placing the website on all equipment. One of our best marketing tools on our best branding tool! RG

Photos: Todd McKinney, BAVFC

03/27/2019

As some know March is Women’s History Month. Many people don’t know that women have been an integral part of the BAVFC for many decades. They have held leading roles such as President of the company and Board of Directors, Assistant Chief – EMS, EMS Captain, EMS Lieutenant, Fire Captain, Auxiliary President and business officer management. Their administrative and operational leadership, innovation, job knowledge, skills, and abilities have enabled both other women and men to become better firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, line officers, and board members. These women have a blazed the emergency services trail, building a strong foundation and opening doors for other women in this male dominated occupation. We sincerely thank each and every women who has served, and currently serving, our company and the citizens it protects. RG #womenshistorymonth

03/25/2019

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03/24/2019

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The BAVFC is currently accepting applications for BLS and ALS providers. To apply you must possess the following criteria:

21 years of age
National Registry EMT or EMT-P
Current CPR card
Valid drivers license
EVOC
ICS 100, 200, 700
Hazmat Operations
Have a minimum of 1 year as a active provider on a 911 ALS transport unit.
Resumes must contain the past 10 years of employment.

Those only meeting this criteria are asked to submit resumes via email to [email protected]

03/19/2019

3/19, 3p: BAVFC sent one brush truck to assist Level VFC on a field fire near Asbury Rd and Edward's Land. Brush truck worked for approx 30 min assisting in extinguishing 2 acres. RG

Photos: Bill Snyder, Asst Chief BAVFC

03/19/2019

3/18: BAVFC and mutual aid crews worked this chimney fire in the 2400blk of Rocks Rd. No injuries. Units cleared within the hour. RG

Photos: Mark Ensor, BAVFC

03/15/2019

"The BAVFC is currently accepting resumes for ALS providers. Newly worked competitive compensation packages including benefits. If you possess the following qualifications you are invited to submit your resume only to [email protected].

1. 21 years of age
2. National Registry EMT-I or EMT-P
3. Current CPR card
4. Valid drivers license
5. EVOC
6. ICS 100, 200, 700
7. Hazmat Operations
8. Have a minimum of 1 year as a active provider on a 911 ALS transport unit.
9. Resumes must contain the past 10 years of employment.
"

03/10/2019

3/10: Both experienced and probie firefighters trained on their vehicle extrication skills at the BAVFC training annex in Forest Hill on Sunday morning. Around 20 members took the opportunity to get some good hands on training. RG

Photos: Nick McGowan, Jr.

03/06/2019

An engine and brush unit quickly extinguished a small brush fire along the side of the Bel Air Bypass this afternoon.

03/05/2019

Fire/EMS has always had a place for families, especially at the BAVFC; with many generations following each other into the service. The Marinos, pictured here, are our newest example. This past weekend Michael Jr. joined his dad, paramedic Michael Sr on the ambulance for their first call together Mike Marino Sharon L Marino. RG

Photo: Paul Chizmar, Asst Chief EMS

03/04/2019

Congratulations Jim and the best of wishes! Thanks for your many years of support!!

This is the last day of patrol for Sergeant James C. Lockard (B92) who is retiring after 26 years of loyal, dedicated and passionate service to citizens and to the Town of Bel Air! We’re going to miss him.

The Town of Bel Air wishes him, and his family, the very best that life has to offer and continued success in his future endeavors.

He has accepted a position in the banking industry..

03/02/2019

3/2: As fire/EMS always do, they support each other in the best of times and in the saddest of times. Today the BAVFC is filling in the Aberdeen VFD with medic unit and tower as they mourn the loss of life member, past EMS Capt and secretary Judy Hinch. RG

Photo: John Gallagher, BAVFC

03/02/2019

2/24: FF/EMT Pat Luft along FF/EMT Todd McKinney visited the AME Methodist Church health fair this past Sunday. The BAVFC is always looking for members to volunteer in fire, EMS or the auxilary. Visit us at bavfc.org for more info. RG

Photos: Todd McKinney, BAVFC

02/28/2019

2/28, 8a: BAVFC units and county medics worked this motor vehicle collision with entrapment at Rt 22 and Thomas Run Rd. Two persons were taken to a local hospital. RG

Photos: Ray Belcher, BAVFC

02/27/2019

2/27, 4p: Volunteers responded to this reported tree fire in the 1600blk of Honeysuckle Dr. RG

Photos: Mark Ensor, BAVFC

02/23/2019

2/23: Between 11p and 9a this morning the BAVFC responded to this auto fire on Reed Street and this motor vehlce incident in the 1700blk Churchville Rd, pictured below, in addition to 8 other EMS calls and one other fire incident. The FM is investigating the cause of the auto fire, no injuries. The MVC resulted in minor injuries. RG

Photos: John Gallagher and Bill Snyder, BAVFC

02/19/2019

2/19: BAVFC crews worked this motor vehicle collision at Rt 24 and Plumtree Rd in the morning rush hour. One minor injury to local hospital. RG

Photo: BAVFC

02/14/2019

2/13: The @ravens and Poe along with @dunkin made a stop by the BAVFC on Valentine's eve to spread Poe Grams in the form of coffee, hot chocolate and heart shaped doughnuts. Many thanks and hope to do it again next year!! RG

Photos: John Gallagher, BAVFC

02/11/2019

2/10, 8p: BAVFC crews assisted by an engine from Darlington VFC worked this fire in the 2100blk of Ruffs Mill Rd. Crews had the fire under control ten minutes after arrival. There were no injuries. Water supply was taken from the closest hydrants in the area off of Jack Lane. The fire marshal is investigating the cause of the fire. RG

Photos: DFC Rick Davis, Jr and EVD Mark Ensor, BAVFC

02/05/2019

Learning how to drive emergency equipment requires training, both classroom and practical sessions. Recently 14 members of the BAVFC attended a University of Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute course just for this purpose.(aka, MFRI). MFRI certifies firefighters and EMS personnel with nationally recognized certification courses. In this case the course was Emergency Vehicle Operator which teaches first responders how to navigate the roads safely and the rules of the road as an emergency vehicle; among other topics. This course is a requirement before continuing any further as a driver/operator of any vehicle in the company. RG

Photos: Todd McKinney, BAVFC

02/01/2019

2/1, 2p: RT 24 and Bel Air Bypass was the scene for this vehicle incident. One person to local hospital, minor injuries. RG

Photo: Bill Snyder, Asst Chief BAVFC

01/30/2019

1/30, 7a: On a cold and windy morning volunteers worked this well involved vehicle fire on Sommerville Rd and Plumtree Rd. The vehicle was unoccupied and reported stolen. MSFMO investigating. RG

Photos: Mark Ensor, BAVFC

01/27/2019

One engine and a chief officer assisted the @abingdonfire company with this townhouse fire in Riverside. RG

Photo: Pat Carlton, Captain BAVFC

01/21/2019

1/21, 1pm: Volunteers were called to Sablewood Ct this early afternoon for a reported furnace room on fire. Crews found a large cigarette butt can had ignited and spread to the furnace room door and some of the interior wall.
If this was late at night chances are it would have gone unnoticed, spread into the living spaces; causing tremendous damage and possible loss of life. Fire spread would be rapid considering the high winds we are dealing with today.
Be responsible for your fire place ashes and any other discarded smoking materials like cigarettes. Dont place them in plastic containers, dont place then in paper bags and dont leave them in your garage or on your back deck or porch. Soak them fully in water and leave them distant from any combustibles. RG

Photos: Bill Snyder, Asst Chief BAVFC

01/21/2019

01/12/2019

1/11: Volunteers worked this Friday evening collision on Rt 543 and Hickory Bypass, minor injuries.

Photos: Andy Bittner, John Gallagher, BAVFC

01/09/2019

1/9: In the early morning hours of Wednesday volunteers responded to Schucks Rd and Churchville Rd at the McDonalds for this transformer fire. After approx an hour personnel cleared as BGE handled the remaining issues. RG

Photo: John Gallagher, BAVFC

01/08/2019

2018 has come and gone and the numbers are in. Last year the BAVFC ran a total of 9948 calls, 7442 of which were EMS and 2506 were fire calls.

Here is a list of our top 20 fire responders. Compare their calls to the total and consider many work full time jobs, 2nd jobs, or go to school full time. #dedication #communityservice

1. John Gallagher 2,147
2. Steve Cox 2,136
3. Pat Luft 1,531
4. Richard Presberry 1,262
5. Scott McNutt 1,251
6. Ed Hopkins 1,013
7. Bill Snyder 1,005
8. Charlie May, III 971
9. Bill Wynne 949
10. Mark Ensor 932
11. Mark Johnson 900
12. Steven Davis 865
13. Rob Parsons 845
14. Brett Godwin 837
15. Mike Marino,III 783
16. Nick McGowan, Jr 782
17. Lauren Imparallia 777
18. Rick Davis, Jr 766
19. Andrew Bradley 753
20. Haseeb Durrani 743

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109 S Hickory Ave
Bel Air, MD
21014

Telephone

(410) 638-4400

Website

http://www.bavfc.org

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Videos

Volunteering Does Pay

BAVFC Hose Line Advancement Training

10/16, 8pm: BAVFC crews operate at the scene of this auto fire on Tollgate Rd near Scosto Rd. No injuries. RG Video: Nick McGowan, Jr. FF BAVFC

Auto Fire Rock Spring

10/8: BAVFC crews work this auto fire in the 1500blk of Rocks Spring Rd. The cause...squirrels made a home in the engine compartment. RG Video: Mark Ensor, BAVFC

Active Assailant Drill July 2018

This early Sunday morning the BAVFC participated in an active assailant drill with the Bel Air Police Department, Harford County Sheriff's Office, Maryland State Police and Upper Chesapeake Medical Center The drill was held at the Bel Air High School. A total of 17 victims were treated and transported off the site within 30 minutes. Much was learned from this training and we will incorporate those lessons learned into our planning. We will continue to train for these events to make ourselves better and ensure the best care and response possible to those we are called upon to help. RG

Puppy Rescue

6/23: Firefighters also do more than rescue cats from trees they also rescue puppy dogs with their head stuck in a broken glass jar, just like this little girl. She was brought in by Bel Air Police Department Officer Keith Smithson along with her owner Kerry Lee. Immediately Keith, Lt Scott McNutt, FF Brett Godwin, FF Brian Winchester and Paramedic Corinne Womer-McNutt put their heads together and went to work to help free Deliah. Not your ordinary Saturday afternoon but one for the story books. RG Photo/Video Courtesy: Corinne Womer-McNutt, Paramedic BAVFC

5/21, 1230; 600blk W. Ring Factory Rd: crews quickly contained this auto fire and contained the fuel vapors with a blanket of foam. The cause is under investigation by the fire marshals office. RG Photos Courtesy: John Gallagher, BAVFC

House Fire Helmet Video

This is a video from the assigned helmet cam of Sgt. Kevin Kadolph of the BAVFC. He was operating as part of an interior crew working a recent house fire just outside Bel Air. This is Kevin's perspective as he works to assist other firefighters. RG Video Courtesy: BAVFC

Wind Storm March 2018

Here is an example of what the BAVFC was responding for during this past weekend's wind storm. This was in the Glenwood development. The total numbers of calls the BAVFC handled will be released once everything is calculated....oh and there is another storm coming. RG Video Courtesy: Joel Carr, Captain BAVFC

BAVFC Helmet Cam Video

A few minutes cut from a helmet cam from a recent house fire in Bel Air in December 2017. RG Video: Kevin Kadolph, Sgt BAVFC

The Harvey Donation Pickup

Hurricane Harvey Donation Followup 5pm Wednesday Aug 30

Donation Drive For Harvey

BAVFC Rapid Intervention Team Drill

This recent Tuesday nights drill was held at the recently acquired training/admin complex next to the Forest Hill station. This location gives us a wide variety of options for training scenarios. This night's drill topic was on the RIT or the rapid intervention team. The RIT is a predesignated dedicated crew of firefighters whose sole responsibility on the fire-ground is to be prepared to deploy in the event of a firefighter MAYDAY situation. This crew assembles all the needed tools and equipment as they arrive on scene, hopefully never to have to be activated. In this RIT training scenario the crews were tasked to locate the "downed" firefighter in zero visibility (fog machine) and extract him/her to the outside safely where EMS would take over treatment. This video shows what a firefighter sees through a thermal imaging camera as his/her crew navigates to the down firefighter. This handheld tool is carried by the firefighter or officer of each interior crew as they navigate through the interior of a structure. It is the eyes for the crew when the firefighters cant see for themselves. The firefighter/officer operating the camera is responsible for calling out to the crew what he/she sees and how to safely navigate to the objective. The thermal camera greatly assists in leading the crew to trapped persons, the seat of the fire as well safely around any hazards that may exist they couldn't normally see. The camera works by reading the heat signatures given off by the objects in the area. The firefighter/officer can read how the interior conditions are by the temp guide you see on the right side. While the technology improves year over year the cost remains high. Depending on the brand and capabilities of the camera the prices can range from $5,000 to an avg of $10,000 up to $20K per device. They operate off of special batteries and have to be charged after their use both of which adds another layer of cost to the tool. RG Video Courtesy: Aaron Bellmyer, Capt BAV

Did You Know? - Fuel

It takes alot of fuel to respond to just under 10,000 fire/EMS calls in 2016. Check out our video to learn a more about our fuel use. RG Photography/Production: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Whiteford Road House Fire Helmet Cam

This is off the helmet cam of BAVFC Lieutenant Will Price during a mutual box house fire in Dublin, MD on 3/31/17. It has been edited down for length. RG

Did You Know? - Membership

3/18: Our newest video in the "Did You Know" series is two parts. Today is part 1 and is all about the simple process to become a member of the BAVFC. It's actually very simple.... RG Photography and Production: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Wakley Terrace House Fire

3/15: Here we have a video from BAVFC Lt. Joel Carr's assigned helmet cam. This is his perspective as he worked the Wakely Terrace house fire that occurred on 3/12. RG

Did You Know? - Fire Hose

Made of nylon, polyester and rubber fire hose is a very expensive, but must have tool on the fire engine. Even with the best care fire hose will wear out and will need to be replaced, sometimes when we least expect it. Knowing this the BAVFC must plan and save for this capital item expense. RG Photography and Production: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Did You Know? Mechanical CPR

"Did You Know? - Mechanical CPR". The concept of mechanical CPR has been around the field of emergency medicine for decades. The newest version on the market is known as the Lucas and is made by Physio-Control. In episode #6 of our series "Did You Know?" listen to Dr. Paul Chizmar, EMS Chief of the BAVFC discuss this tool and its benefits to you and your family. RG Photography and Production: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Country Village Helmet Cam Video - Chief Snyder

As a chief officer, or any officer for that matter, there is much to think about when running the incident scene. Here is the view Asst Chief Bill Snyder had during the first four minutes of the County Village apartment fire on 2/27. (Note the video may seem edited, that's because it is. His primary search of the exposure apartments was edited out in lieu of personal privacy. RG

Thomas Run Auto Fire (Harford Co. MD)

Did You Know? Firefighter's Breathing Tool- The SCBA

Episode #5 of "Did You Know?". Today is about the firefighter's breathing apparatus. It is what firefighters use to breath safely when the air around them is unsafe, like inside a fire. A firefighter needs to be in good physical condition to withstand the intense labor their job entails. Their physical conditioning and their level of their work is directly related to how long their air supply can last. RG Photography and Production Courtesy: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Did You Know? BAVFC Cadet Members

2/17: Welcome to another edition of "Did You Know?" Today we will be profiling our BAVFC cadet members; young men and women aged 16 to 18. They are participating in the Harford County Cadet Program, a joint educational initiative between Harford County Public Schools and the Harford County Vol Fire and EMS Association. As high school seniors and program participants through a sponsoring fire/ems company they receive all the entry level training to become firefighters and EMS providers. RG Photography/Production: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Did You Know? - Cardiac Monitor

2/10: EMS or emergency medical services is an ever evolving technological profession. Listen to the words from EMS Asst Chief Paul Chizmar. He discusses one important piece of equipment, the cardiac monitor, that our medic units must carry to provide you and your familiy the best patient care possible. RG Video Work Courtesy: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Ambulance Club Billing Notice

Please see the video message about the recent ambulance club billing that may have affected you. RG

"Did You Know?" - How It's Made

Here is another edition of "Did You Know?" A series of mini videos discussing the who, what, and why of the BAVFC. Video Courtesy: John Gallagher, BAVFC

Did You Know? Firefighter's Gear

What do you think it costs to outfit one firefighter in their personal protective gear? Watch this quick video to learn more! Remember the BAVFC has over 100 members. We also must maintain spare sets to replace damage or contamination gear. It all adds up. Your generous donations go towards this cost. If you havent donated think about it today. RG Video Courtesy: John Gallagher, BAVFC

11/1: BAVFC crews investigate a fire alarm activation in a 3 story condo on Bonnett Place. Nothing found, crews in service within the half hour. Fire alarms are a large part of what the fd responds on routinely. RG Photos Courtesy: Austin Ensor, Sgt BAVFC and Aaron Bellmyer, Lt BAVFC

A cool video taken at the Bel Air 4th of July. RG Video Courtesy: Tony Coliano, Sr.

Lanark Court N House Fire (May 20)

5/23: This is a video taken by BAVFC FF Steven Davis at the scene of the vacant house fire on Lanark Ct N on May 20th. RG

Auto Fire Bel Air Road May 10

5/11: This was the scene at an auto fire on Bel Air Road that firefighters worked on Tues May 10. RG Taken by Brett Godwin, FF BAVFC.

Carrs Mill Road Mutual Box House Fire

5/6: This video is from a house fire on Carrs Mill Rd in Fallston on May 5th. It is from the perspective of BAVFC Asst Chief Bill Snyder from a small cam mounted to his helmet. It helps to demonstrate, to you the citizens we serve, how much work goes on during a fire; this time on the outside of the structure. You will notice how he manages both the scene as designated safety officer and also manages the needs of the crews as he helps by pulling hose lines, placing ladders, and other needs as they arise. #teamwork RichG

Calvary Road Building Fire April 2016

Here is a video from the helmet cam of Asst Chief B. Snyder during his arrival and the sequential first 15 minutes of fire operations on the recent Calvary Road barn fire. His perspective is different as he has other considerations to take into account as side from the firefighter coming off the engine. Both have the same objective/common goal but each has a role and responsibility to play to achieve that common goal. RG Video Courtesy: BAVFC

Brentwood Park Apartment Fire

Here is a helmet cam view of the fire operations inside the apartment building on 4/19 in Brentwood Park on Jessica's Court. It begins as the Lt and his crew arrive on scene and establish a secondary water supply. RG Video Courtesy: Aaron Bellmyer BAVFC

Autoshop Fire

Here is a helmet cam video from the first arriving engine crew on the recent autoshop fire (4/21). RG Video Courtesy: Brad Griffin, BAVFC

BAVFC Tower Ops 4/23

4/24: Here is a video that shows a bit of the overhaul from the other evenings building fire in Abingdon. RG Video Courtesy: Aaron Bellmyer, Lt BAVFC

BGE Transmission Work (Rt 24)

3/4: Earlier this day the BAVFC was dispatched for a reported helicopter into power lines on Rt 24 near Sharon Rd. It was a good intent call as the caller was actually seeing BGE conduct work on their transmission lines. (see video from the scene). BGE states this work will run until approx March 22 between Cherry Hill Rd and Rt 23. RichG Video Courtesy: Mark Ensor, BAVFC

Cedarwood Drive House Fire 3/1

3/3: This is a video from the helmet cam of Asst Chief Bill Snyder of the BAVFC. This video shows the fire dep operations for the first 14 minutes of the recent fire on Cedarwood Drive. RichG

Old Joppa Rd - Jan 2016

1/27: Arrival video taken in the 500blk of Old Joppa Rd Courtesy: Mike Walker, Dep Chief BAVFC