Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department

06/07/2026

Come on out this Tuesday for a good time and great company!

06/03/2026

The next barstool bingo will be on June 9th! Come out and have a good time with us!!

05/29/2026

Join us in congratulating our Leonardtown High School graduates:

Firefighters Gavin Buchness, Shane Burch, Liam Shilling, Zack Davis, Jordan Nelson, Associates Thea Albert and Taylor Brady

Well done ladies and gentlemen, just one of many great milestones 🎓

05/27/2026

Engine, Truck, Engine Tanker, and Chiefs 7, 7A, and 7B run Hollywood Rd house fire

Yesterday at 09:22hrs units were dispatched to the area of Hollywood Rd and Doctors crossing way in leonardtown for the reported house fire. After dispatch the location was changed to the 23800 block of Hollywood Rd in the area of Bradfords market.

Chief 7A arrived on the scene to find a 2 story single family with smoke and fire showing from Side A and B on the 1st snd 2nd floor, and established the Hollywood Rd command. Engine

71 arrived on the scene and stretched a 200’ 1.5” attack line and went to work on fire attack on the first floor.

Engine 10 arrived and reverse laid to a pond at holly farms and established a draft from a pond to supply the fire ground.

Truck 7 arrived on scene and went to work completing searches which all proved negative, as well as opening up for the engine company.

After the fire was held under control units were pulled out of the structure due to structural compromise and for the remainder of the incident units operated in the defensive mode to complete the remainder of tasks.

Units operated on scene for approx. 1.5hrs before returning to service.

05/21/2026

It is with deep sadness that the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Past President and Life Member John O. Gatton Sr. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Mr. Gatton joined the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department on December 6, 1960, beginning what would become more than 65 years of dedicated service to our department, the fire service, and the Hollywood community. He became a Life Member of the department in March of 1986 and faithfully served in numerous leadership roles throughout his years of membership, including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Lieutenant.

John’s commitment to the fire service extended far beyond our department. He served as a delegate to both the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association and the Maryland State Firemen’s Association from 1964 through 2023. In 1974, he proudly served as President of the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association. Throughout his time with the department, he also served on and led many committees, always willing to give his time, knowledge, and support wherever needed.

In addition to his service with the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, Mr. Gatton was also a dedicated member of the Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, where he likewise held numerous positions over the years.

Outside of the firehouse, John was known throughout the community for his kindness and generosity. As a barber by trade, he spent many years providing free haircuts to those confined to their homes, hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, and hospice houses. His quiet acts of compassion touched countless lives throughout the community he loved so deeply.

Mr. Gatton received many recognitions throughout his lifetime of service, including the department’s Chief’s Award in 2014, numerous special recognition awards, and most recently, his 65 Years of Service Award.

John Gatton dedicated his life to helping others. He was respected, admired, and beloved by many, and his impact on this community and the volunteer fire service will never be forgotten.

Please keep the Gatton family, friends, and all who knew and loved him in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Visitation will be held at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall, located at 24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood, MD 20636, on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with Fireman’s Prayers beginning at 7:00 PM.

Funeral Services will be held at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Graveside services at Joy Chapel Cemetery will immediately follow funeral services.

Rest easy, Mr. Gatton. Thank you for a lifetime of service.

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

💧💦💧 Tonight units from Hollywood, Bay District, and Leonardtown conducted a joint water supply drill. This drill focused on humat operations for initial water supply and then transitioning to draft operations with a folding tank.

05/17/2026

🍽️ Today 🌞

Breakfast is ready, 8-11am

05/10/2026

Tuesday night! Join us at T***s for barstool bingo!!

Don’t know how to play? That’s okay we will show you!

05/06/2026

Let the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department handle breakfast Sunday, May 17.
May 17
All you can eat breakfast staples, proceeds directly benefit the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department.
Bring family, bring friends.