Baltimore County Volunteer Firefighters Association

05/22/2026

Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

The officers and members extend our sincere condolences to the Baltimore City Fire Department and Spielman family

05/17/2026

Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue

Today we remember member Connie Bornman who made the ultimate sacrifice on May 17, 2004

Firefighter/EMT Bornman responded to an EMS incident. She assisted with patient treatment then went outside to get some fresh air. She sat in the front of the EMS vehicle with the air conditioning running. A family member of the original patient noticed that FF/EMT Bornman was sick. Another firefighter went to check on her and found her unresponsive. She was treated at the scene and transported to a hospital in Baltimore. Despite efforts at the scene, in the ambulance, and at the hospital, FF/EMT Bornman died of a heart attack.

FF/EMT served as a EMS Lieutenant for parent Company Middle River Volunteer Ambulance Rescue m. Connie’s husband and son were both active members in the volunteer fire service.

05/14/2026

An important safety message from your friends at Pikesville Volunteer Fire Company.

Please do not drive over fire hose in the street. It jeopardizes the safety of the firefighters at the other end of the hose line. They can be severely injured or even killed if their water supply is cut off.

In addition to damaging the hose, your vehicle could be damaged. You can also be issued one or more citations by the police, as running over fire hose is against Maryland law. A section of hose similar to the one pictured costs about $1,000.

In addition to keeping our firefighters safe, you can support them by getting your tickets for tonight's Maryland Firefighters 50-50 Raffle. Tonight's pot is $30,000 and still growing! Click on http://tinyurl.com/pvfc5050 now to get your chance before the 8 PM drawing!

Original photo from Rusty Brown.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine

On May 14, 2026, at 12:00 a.m., Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Department will officially place Rescue Squad 213 out of service indefinitely, marking the end of more than five decades of Heavy Rescue operations within our department.
For over 50 years, Rescue Squad 213 responded to some of the most complex and demanding emergencies throughout Eastern Baltimore County and surrounding jurisdictions. The unit proudly served our community and mutual-aid partners during incidents including:

Vehicle entrapments

Technical rescue incidents

Structural collapses

Industrial accidents

Plane crashes

Train derailments

Structure fires

Throughout its history, Rescue Squad 213 earned a respected regional reputation for reliability, professionalism, technical capability, and operational excellence. Generations of volunteer firefighters dedicated countless hours to training, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the unit was prepared to answer the call whenever needed.

Rescue Squad 213 represented far more than an apparatus. It stood as a symbol of commitment, pride, tradition, and service to the citizens of Bowleys Quarters and the surrounding communities. The impact made by the members who served aboard the squad will continue to be felt for years to come through the lives touched, the emergencies mitigated, and the firefighters who carried forward its proud legacy.

As our community and operational responsibilities continue to evolve, the department is preparing to transition into Truck Company operations with the future addition of an aerial apparatus. This transition will expand the services we are able to provide to the community while continuing our commitment to emergency response and public safety.

Truck Company operations will enhance the department’s capabilities through:

Elevated rescue operations

Vertical ventilation operations

Aerial master stream deployment

Expanded ground ladder capabilities

Additional storage and deployment of specialized rescue tools and equipment

Continued support of technical rescue operations within the department’s evolving mission model

This transition reflects the department’s commitment to adapting to the needs of our community while continuing to provide professional and effective emergency services to the citizens of Bowleys Quarters.

While this announcement marks the closing of an important chapter in our department’s history, it also represents the beginning of a new era of service and operational growth. We honor the proud history of Rescue Squad 213 and recognize every member who served aboard it over the last five decades.

On behalf of the officers and members of the Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Department, we thank our community for its continued support and trust.

Thank you, Rescue Squad 213.

05/12/2026

Congratulations to our Very Own !

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Baltimore County! 🌟

​The Baltimore County Commission for Women is thrilled to announce the honorees for our 44th Annual Awards Ceremony.

Please join us in celebrating these incredible women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and service to our community.

​Meet Our 2026 Honorees:
​🏆 Woman of the Year: Susan Bollinger
​✨ Woman Making a Difference: Sarah Ernst
​💼 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year: Rebecca Vest
​🎓 Young Woman of the Year: Grace Berquist & Cayden Wilson
​These trailblazers remind us of the power of dedication and the impact one individual can have on the world around them.

We couldn't be prouder to recognize their achievements!

05/12/2026

Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company visits Maryland State Police - Aviation Command Trooper 1