Building Fire in Reese

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Images courtesy of Carroll Fire Wire
Images courtesy of Carroll Fire Wire

Just after 2:00 am Engine 412 was dispatched for a building fire on Baltimore Blvd. in Reese. Crews from Reese found heavy smoke coming from an office building. The fire was located in the basement. The crew from Engine 412 was initially assigned to RIT. They were re-deployed to assist with pulling ceilings on the first floor. While operating on the first floor one of our firefighters fell through the floor into the basement when the floor underneath them collapsed. The firefighter was transported by Reese VFC Ambulance to Shock Trauma as a precaution.

The injured firefighter is home recovering from minor injuries. We would like to thank everyone who has reached out to check on the firefighter.

Passing of BCoFD Captain Michael Curtis

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It is with deep sorrow that we have learned of the passing of Captain Michael Curtis of Station 56 of the Baltimore County Fire Department.

He was a member of the Reisterstown Volunteer Fire Company (as well as the Glyndon Volunteer Fire company). Two of his sons are a member of RVFC, as well.

He was a career firefighter and one who cared. He will be missed by all.

Please keep the family and friends in your hearts and prayers…

(Due to the current pandemic, the funeral services will be private and for family only.)

End of an era

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March 14, 2020
After serving Reisterstown for the last 27 years, the Peterbilt left our station for the last time today. The Grantsville Volunteer Fire Department came to pick up their new squad. We look forward to seeing the Peterbilt serve them for many years to come.

New Squad Update

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March 13, 2020
The committee visited Rescue 1 and performed a pre-paint inspection on the body. The chassis modifications are in process. This includes mounting of the generator and winch. The body will be prepared for paint next.

Townhouse Fire

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Last night around 10pm E412 was dispatched for a townhouse fire in Glyndon. Units arrived to find a basement fire. E412 took a handline to the basement and extinguished the fire there. Other units extinguished the fire in the first floor. Units were on scene for several hours.

Rescue Squad 414 For Sale

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This unit has been sold.

  • 1992 Peterbilt 357 cab
  • Caterpillar 3406 400 hp motor with Jacobs engine brake
  • Allison 4 speed automatic transmission
  • 40,400 Lb. GVWR, 14,400 Lb. front axle and 26,000 Lb. rear axle
  • 250″ wheelbase
  • 32′ Long, 96″ Wide, and 11’9″ Tall
  • 6,302 Engine Hours
  • 78,739 miles
  • Swab Wagon Company 21′ aluminum walk-in body with curbside entrance
  • Onan Protec 20kw PTO Generator (new 2013)
  • Ramsey 20,000 hydraulic winch with 150′ of 5/8″ wire rope.
  • Wilburt 25′ light tower with (4) 1500 watt halogen floodlights
  • (6) 1500 watt body mounted halogen floodlights
  • Whelen LED emergency lighting
  • Federal Q siren, Powercall electronic siren, and Grover Stuttertone air horns
  • (1) 24′ extension ladder, (1) 14′ roof ladder, (1) 10′ attic ladder with 6/2019 test dates.
  • Seating for six in body and two in cab. (5) SCBA brackets
  • 3 Cylinder 6000 psi cascade system
  • (2) 200′ electric reels, (1) high pressure air reel (Holmatro reels not included in sale) (Holmatro pumps sold separately)
  • 60 gallon fuel tank
  • Streamlight Light Boxes
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House Fire on Lyons Mill Road

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Tonight around 6pm S414 and E412 were alerted for a house fire in Liberty Road’s area. Initial crews found a house on fire primarily on the right side (delta) of the house. S414 was assigned primary search (to confirm no one else is in the house) and E412 was directed to go to the 2nd floor and assist with extinguishing the fire. All units were on-scene for approximately 2 hours.