Last night E413 along with other surrounding apparatus were alerted for a garage fire in Station 56’s area. E56 arrived to fire showing from a detached garage. E413 assisted with fire attack and overhaul. Units were on scene for approximately an hour.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Life Member Henry Eckhardt Jr. He passed away yesterday from cancer.
Henry joined the Reisterstown Volunteer Fire Company in 1983 and has given of his time in many capacities around the fire station. As well, he has regularly been in the top 10 (and for most recent years the busiest) suppression riding member.
Funeral is Saturday December 11th at 10:30 at Eckhardt’s on Reisterestown Road.
Viewings are December 10th 2pm – 4pm and 6pm – 8pm.
https://www.eckhardtfuneralchapel.com/obituary/henry-eckhardt-jr
Early this morning S414 was alerted for a car that had gone off the road and down an embankment. Station 50 arrived first and confirmed that one person was trapped in the vehicle. S414 setup the side winch to stabilize the vehicle and removed the door to extricate the patient.
Pictures courtesy of Station 50.
This morning E412, E413, S414, SU418, U419 and M415 participated in the Reisterstown parade. There were many, many people out this year and it was great to see.
This year the parade coincided with the 9/11 Memorial Stair climb at the M&T Bank Stadium here in Baltimore. Six of our members participated in the stair climb this year. We are very proud of their participation.
It was 20 years ago that 343 firefighters died serving others. Unfortunately, there are many, many more who have died since from cancer and related issues from the attack. We continue to remember all those who have given their lives…
The Reisterstown Vol. Fire Co. is currently hiring qualified ALS and BLS providers.
Shifts are 7am – 3pm and 3pm – 11pm 7 days a week
Recurring Shifts Available – Up to 32 hours a week
BLS-$15.00/hr ALS-$20.00/hr
A qualified person will possess the following:
High School graduate or G.E.D.
At least 18 years of age
Valid Maryland EMT-B or higher
Valid driver’s license
Valid CPR card
Current Blood Bourne Pathogens
Current Hazmat Operations
ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
EVOC
Applicants with current medical clearance in Baltimore County or Carroll County will have preference.
Apply online at http://rvfc.org/ems-application/
Direct any questions to hiring@rvfc.org
The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for our fundraising, but thankfully things are getting better. So, RVFC will be doing a door-to-door fund drive this year.
Please consider donating by sending a check (108 Main St, Reisterstown MD) or donating online.
We thank you for your continued support of your local fire station.
Today, stations around the Owings Mills area were alerted for an apartment fire in Owings Mills. E413 arrived and completed the lay to the hydrant for E19. Crews assisted with extinguishment and overhaul.
Last night firefighters from RVFC went down to the BCo Fire Rescue Academy to do flashover training. A flashover happens in a fire when all of the combustible items in a room simultaneously ignite into flames. It is a very dangerous situation for firefighters. The FRA has a flashover simulator so we can learn how to recognize and what to do stop a flashover from happening.
This afternoon there was an MVC at the Franklin Road at Reisterstown Road intersection. Two people were trapped in the vehicle. One was able to walk out once we opened up the windshield. The second person had to be extricated. S414 and other units were on-scene for approximately 20 minutes.
