The only way to make yourself better is to consistently train, fine tune the skills needed to do the job. Only July 20th half a dozen BAVFC members traveled to the Lutherville VFC where a class presented by Adapt and Overcome called Front Door Decision Making was hosted. Students discussed…
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On July 19 the 3rd annual Firehouse Friday was held with 95.1 Shine FM. Over 550 people visited the fire station during that time. They took tours of the equipment, tried on gear, sprayed water and had a smile on their faces. We want to send a big thank your…
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7/7, 530p: One engine, one chief and one tower assist the Abingdon VFD on this house fire on Gladstone Rd off of Goat Hill Rd this hot Sunday afternoon. RG Photo: John Gallagher, BAVFC
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BAVFC crews with assistance from multiple mutual aid partners from Harford and Baltimore Counties worked this two alarm fire at Weavers Autobody in the 700blk of Bel Air Rd. No injuries. The fire was placed under control within 40 minutes with damages estimated at 1M. The cause was determined to…
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4/27: Several hours were well spent at the BAVFC training access in Forest Hill this am. Approximately 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…
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ARE YOU A EMT OR EMT I OR EMT P? LOOKING FOR SOLID EMPLOYMENT? GOOD SALARY? GOOD BENEFITS? WE MAY BE A MATCH! SEE MORE BELOW! The BAVFC is currently accepting applications for BLS and ALS providers. To apply you must possess the following criteria: 21 years of age National…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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1/7: Volunteers from Bel Air, Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co. and Abingdon Fire Company – MD worked this one alarm house fire off Dixie Rd in the 9pm hour. Crews controlled the fire in less than 15 min with no injuries. Initially reported with persons trapped; all occupants were out of…
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