POLICE CHASE RESULTS IN HEAD ON COLLISION

Thursday, December 10, 2009 13:39 On Thursday afternoon Charles County Sheriffs became involved in a police chase from Waldorf to Accokeek. The Sheriffs chased two suspects down Gardner Road where they collided head-on with another vehicle. Units from Accokeek, Brandywine, and Waldorf were alerted to the call. Chief 24 was passing the area and was the first to arrive on scene followed immediately by Waldorf Engine 31. The crew from Engine 31 began to extricate the two suspects who were trapped in there vehicle. Because Engine 242 was delayed in responding because of a previous call, Mini-Pumper 24, BX-24 and Chief 24-B responded from the station. The extrication was completed by Engine 31 while additional personnel provided EMS care. Both Troopers 2 and 7 were called to the scene to medevac two of the patients. A third patient was transported by ground to PG Trauma Center. All fire department units cleared by 1430.

Units on scene: Engine 242 (LZ), Mini-Pumper 24, BX-24, Chiefs 24 & 24-B, CC Engine 31, Rescue Engine 40, Paramedic Engine 36 (LZ), CC Ambulance 39, Paramedic Ambulance 40, CC Ambulance 11, Battalion Chief 5, EMS 14, Trooper 2, and Trooper 7

Deepest Sympathy

Thursday, December 3, 2009 04:00          Please keep the Kremer family in your thoughts and prayers.  It is with great sympathy that the members of the Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary announce the passing of Mrs.Peggy Kremer.  Our beloved past member and friend, went to heaven this morning to be with the Lord. Peggy is survived by life member Mr. Sonny Kremer.  If you need anything at all sonny please dont be afraid to ask.

Turkey Day Fire

Thursday, November 26, 2009 03:00 Early Thanksgiving morning a box alarm was struck in Company 24's area for a reported house under construction on fire in the area of Accolawn Road and Accokeek Road West. Engine 242 arrived on the scene with a vacant house currently undergoing renovations, on Accolawn Raod, with a large amount of fire in the carport area extending into the living room and attic area.  The crew of 5 personel quickly went to work, under the direction of Deputy Chief Floyd Gillis, advancing an attack line into the structure. Additional arriving units pulled a back up line and secured utilities to the house. The fire was brought under control in approximately 20 minutes. Due to the house being vacant and under renovations the PG County Arson investigation team was called. Engine 242 remained on scene until approximately 1000 when they were released by investigators.

CONDOLENCES TO THE RUSSELL FAMILY

Thursday, October 29, 2009  The members of the Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary would like to extend our sympathy to the family of Mary Russell. Mary was the proud mother of Accokeek Sgt. Sara Russell and Clinton volunteer Tommy Russell, as well as wife of Past Association President and Capitol Heights Member Bob Russell. Mary was an active member of the Capitol Heights Ladies Auxiliary. To all of the members of the Russell family please accept our deepest condolences and best wishes.

PGCVFRA 2nd Vice President

Tuesday, October 20, 2009  The Accokeek VFD and Ladies Aux. Would like to congratulate our own company President Mr. Glenn Sherman for becoming the next 2nd Vice President for the Prince Georges County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association. We all know that you will do an amazing job just as you have done here for the past 5.years.

ENGINE RESPONDS TO DEPARTMENTAL MVA

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 15:17 On Tuesday afternoon, Engine 824 and units from Company 47 were dispatched for an MVA on Indian Head Highway involving a county police officer. Squad and Ambulance 847 were the first to arrive and began patient care. As Engine 824 arrived, the crew assisted with carring for the patients until a second ambulance could arrive. At the same time, the paramedics determined that the county police officer needed to be medevaced so the engine crew set-up the landing zone on the highway. Trooper 2 arrived and flew the officer to a local trauma center. The members of the Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department wish the officer a speedy recovery.

ATTENTION ALL EXTRICATION COMPANIES

Wednesday, October 7, 2009  The Extrication Contest for the PGCVFRA convention has been postponed until Saturday Oct. 10. The contests will begin immediately after the parade (approximately 1100). Any company wishing to participate must pre-register by contacting either Chief Kathryn Fortgang or Firefighter Donnie Busl at Company 24 (301) 283-2730.

2007 Convention	2007 Convention

Convention Schedule

Sunday, October 4 8:30am Rodeo Registration/9:00am Rodeo (Parking lot of AVFD) 11:00am Extrication Registration/11:30am Extrication Competition 12:00pm Contest Registration/1:00pm Battle of the Bucket, Bucket Brigade, Tug of War etc. Contests behind AVFD Activities Center    Monday, October 5 Open    Tuesday, October 6 Memorial Service AVFD Activities Center 7:00pm Prelude / 7:30pm Memorial Service Refreshments follow    Wednesday, October 7 Past Presidents Dinner Invitation Only 6:00pm Cocktails – 7:00pm Dinner AVFD Activities Center   Thursday, October 8 5:30pm Dinner 7:00pm Joint Opening Ceremony & Hall of Fame and Firefighter of the Year Awards Meetings (PGCVF&RA in firehouse, Auxiliary in hall)    Friday, October 9 7:30pm Ladies Installation / 8:00pm Men’s meeting BBQ ($15 per person all you can eat) 5:30pm – 9:30pm (BBQ Chicken/BBQ Pulled Pork/Mac ‘n Cheese/Hot Dogs/Green Beans/Baked Beans/Coleslaw/Rolls/Dessert)   Saturday, October 10 7:30am Prayer Breakfast in AVFD Activities Center 8:30am Parade Registration & Apparatus Line Up (St. James Subdivision*) 8:30am Marching Units Registration (Accokeek First Church of God**) 10:00am Parade 1 hour after parade, Competitions will begin 6:00pm PGCVF&RA 3rd meeting in firehouse Parade awards follow 8:00pm-1:00am Dance w/ The Plowboys at AVFD Activities Center

Marshall Hall Road Box

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 21:30 Charles County communications alerted units to the 2100 Block of Marshall Road for the reported working house fire, with a subject trapped. Engine 241 responded with 4 volunteers, along with Ambulance 249 with 2 volunteers.  Units from Company 11 arrived on the scene with fire showing. Engine 241 arrived on the scene, completed Company 11's layout and advanced an attack line into the structure. Units quickly made a knock and Company 11 found the priority four patient. Company 24 was held for an hour, Ambulance 249 transported a member from Company 11 to the Washington Hospital Center for burns, we hope for a speedy recovery for the member of Company 11. 

Fire Showing (picture courtesy of Tracey       Fillman / BRVFD.com)

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

Tuesday, September 1, 2009  The Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxillary would like to thank everyone that made this past softball weekend a success. There were many teams that played in the tournament but as we all know only one can come out on top.  This year the team that came in first place was DUNKIRK VFD.  congratulations and thanks for joining us in our weekend of fun.  Second place goes to the PGPD team and third place goes to Greenbelt VFD.  Special thanks to the BADEN VFD for letting use the softball fields and providing us with delicious refreshments.