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Portable Space Heater Safety
PIO Doug Alexander, November 13
Colder temperatures are in the air and space heaters are arriving on a floor or table near you. The Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company and the State Fire Marshal are reminding Marylanders of the risk associated with the use of portable space heaters.
The risk of fire from portable space heaters is especially high when used improperly. The safety tips listed below will help all Marylanders reduce ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Thank You for Supporting the Duck Race
Secretary Janet Woodfield, November 06
On September 13, 2026, the annual Mt. Airy Duck Race was held. The Quack Attack ducks lined the entry to the Fire Company Carnival Grounds and awaited over 3,000 racing ducks to arrive. The Decorate Your Own Duck (DYOD) contestants were displayed for attendees to vote for their favorites. The numbered racing ducks arrived in crates and were prepared to float down the man-made waterway. Several ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Pictured from left to right: Doris Wilcher, Terry Baker, Mary Jo Burkette, Paul Burkette, VP Matt Heard, Dick Wilcher, President Sue Hubble, Rotary President Ashan (AJ) Jayasena
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Portable Generator Safety Guidelines
PIO Doug Alexander, November 04
Thunderstorms, high winds, downed power lines, heavy snowfalls and utility company blackouts can all lead to power outages. Many people turn to a gasoline powered portable generator for a temporary solution. Due to the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning from a portable generator being used inside of a home, the Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company, and the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office encourage ... (Full Story & Photos)
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MAVFC Assists on the House Fire on Vance Drive in Winfield
Chief Anthony Russo, August 10
On August 9 at 16:42 hours (4:42 pm), units from the Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company were dispatched on Box 14-2 for a house fire in the 2500 block of Vance Drive. Units arrived to find a large 2-story single family dwelling with fire showing from the rear and smoke showing from all sides. Crews were met with a well-advanced fire on arrival. Chief 1 was assigned as the Charlie side division supervisor. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Mt Airy VFC battles detached garage fire with exposure
Assistant Chief - Fire & Rescue Thomas Gartner, June 19
On June 19 at 12:16 p.m., units from Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company and surrounding areas were dispatched to a garage fire in the 6500 block of Runkles Road. Multiple 911 calls and a large column of smoke prompted E12 to request a rapid intervention dispatch while enroute.
E12 arrived and found a 50 by 50-foot detached garage heavily involved in fire, with a partially collapsed roof. A nearby ... (Full Story & Photos)
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