Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company - Kent County, Maryland

The Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company is one of seven organizations in Kent County, located on the eastern shore of Maryland. The company runs mutual aid with Queen Anne's County as the first due company in some of company 5 & 7's area. The company is staffed by dedicated volunteer men and women of all ages 100% of the time. Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company is a family away from home that is dedicated to serving and protecting the life and property in Kent County and northern Queen Anne's County. We respond to 500+ emergencies a year. We are the largest company in Kent County staffing three engines, one tower ladder, one heavy rescue, one tanker, one brush unit, one chief's unit and a spill support trailer. The station is within walking distance from the campus of Washington College. If you are interested in becoming a member you can e-mail the membership committee at membership@chestertownvfc.org. We are always looking for new members!

 
 
 

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION - HIGH AT MORGNEC

05/05/2008 - 1716 hrs. Kent started receiving calls in reference to a MVC at the intersection of High Street and Morgnec Road. Rescue Box 60-1 was dispatched bringing Command 6-1, Engine 6-4, Rescue 6, Rescue 8, Ambulance 8, Paramedic 1-1 and Chestertown Police Department. Asst. Chief 4 arrived first and confirmed the Dispatch of a 2 vehicle MVC in the intersection passing Command to Chief 6. Command 6-1 arrived next with Chief 6 establishing High St. Command. Rescue 8 and Ambulance 8 arrived next to start patient care. Engine 6-4 arrived and was given the task of fluid containment. High St. Command placed the scene under control holding units on scene. Ambulance 8 handled the transport to 3300. Chestertown Police Department is handling the investigation.

Units on Scene: Command 6-1, Engine 6-4, Rescue 8, Ambulance 8, Paramedic 1-1, Chestertown VFC Fire Police, Kent Sheriff and Chestertown Police.  Units operated for 47 minutes w/ 11 volunteers.

 

 
 

 

CITY CREWS STAY BUSY

04/26/2008 - 0028 Alerted For the Engine Transfer To QA Station 7.  Engine 67 responded w/4 to cover the 1st Battalion (Northern Queen Anne’s County).

0151 Crews from Engine 67 were returning from QA Station 7 when Kent Dispatched Medical Box 80-01.  Engine 67 made the response w/4 and 2 BLS providers.

1608 Rescue Box 60-01 was dispatched alerting Chestertown, Kennedyville, K&QA Rescue Squad and Kent EMS, for the Traffic Collision in front of 916 Washington Ave.  Engine 64 arrived to find a rear end Collision with 1 Entrapment.  Aviation was called and Trooper 6 flew 2 pt’s to the Trauma Center. Command was under control at 1635.

Units on the scene Engine 64, Rescue Pumper 4, Rescue 8, Ambulance 8, Ambulance 8-1, QA Ambulance 5, Kent EMS, Trooper 6, Chestertown Police Department, Kent County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police.

2031 Hazmat Local 5-12 was dispatched alerting Engine 64 for the Large Fuel Spill at 6502 Church Hill Rd.  Engine 52 arrived to find approximately 5gal of fuel in the parking lot.  Command placed Engine 64 in service.
   
 

 

VOLUNTEERS KEEPING BUSY ON THIS RAINY MONDAY

04/28/2008 - 0738 AFA, Travis Trail, Butlertown. Command 6-1 and Engine 6-8 operated for approx. 17 mins. with 9 volunteers responding to the call.
1231 Pole Fire,  Handy Point Rd.  Command 6-1 and Engine 6-8 operated for 30 mins with 9 volunteers responding to the call.
1526 MVC/MCI - Lambs Meadow Rd. Engine 6-4 responded as part of the Mass Casualty Incident Task Force to assist the Betterton Vol. Fire Company with a motor vehicle accident involving a private transportation bus. Engine 6-4 operated on the scene with 5 volunteers for approx. 1 hr and 16 minutes. During this time the station remained attended with an additional 1-2 crews at all times. A total of 17 volunteers responded to the call.
1702 MVA, Washington Ave. Engine 6-4 operated for approx. 20 minutes with 4 volunteers at the scene of a minor MVA. Personnel initiated EMS care and assisted in preparing the patient for transport. A total 12 volunteers responded to the call.
1940 Medical, Water St. Engine 6-8 responded to assist the ambulance with a medical emergency. Engine 6-8 operated with 6 personnel for approx. 28 minutes. A total of 13 volunteers responded to the call.
 

 

CONTROLLED BURN WITH ROCK HALL

04/26/2008 - Rescue 6 with 5 personnel, went to Rock Hall to participate in a day of live fire training. 2 man crews were established, and each crew went through 3 evolutions before the fire extended, and the house was allowed to burn. Companies participating were Rock Hall, Chestertown, Singerly Fire Company of Elkton, Charlestown Fire Company, and Kent EMS. Thanks to the instructors who gave their time, and to Rock Hall VFD for the excellent day of training.
   
 

 

RESCUE BOX 60-01

04/25/2008  2020hrs - While crews from River City were cleaning up from the Box, Kent dispatched Rescue Box 60-1 for the MVC reported head on at the intersection of Morgnec Rd. and High St. Command 6-1 w/ Chief 6, Engine 6-4 w/4 and Rescue 6 w/4 all hit the street right behind each other.  Command 6-1 arrived first to find two vehicle’s head on one into the barrier, Chief 6 established High St command.  The crew from the Engine was assigned to secure the two vehicles and the Rescue was given the task of cleaning the fluids up in the roadway.  Ambulance 8 handled one transport to CRHC and obtained 3 refusals. Command placed the Box under control at 2040 hrs with units available on scene.

Units on Scene: Command 6-1, Engine 6-4, Rescue 6, Ambulance 8, Paramedic 1-1, Chestertown Fire Police and Chestertown Police Department.

 
 

 

DUMPSTER FIRE IN THE 60-01 TURNS INTO WORKING BUILDING FIRE

04/25/2008 – Station 6 was alerted at 1755 hrs for a reported dumpster on fire at Washington College, 300 Washington Ave., in the area of the Swim Center at 1755 hours.  As soon as the station answered up, Kent advised they were upgrading to a working building fire adding Kennedyville, Church Hill, Rock Hall, Kent and Queen Anne Rescue Squad and Kent EMS.  Command 6-1 with Chief 6 responded as soon as Kent finished dropping the additional tones for the box.  He was advised a building to the rear of the swim center was off.  Command 6-1 arrived at 1802 hrs with fire showing and blowing, Chief 6 had Washington College command.  Upon arrival of Engine 68, the crew split up with 3 going to the roof, advancing one hand line   and the remainder of the crew made entry to the interior. It was discovered by the roof division (Lt. Russum) that workers had used a torch to install a rubberized roof product and apparently overheated a wooden support beam and it had smoldered for a couple of hours before it broke out.  A/C Slagle arrived on Tower 6 and had interior.  Positive pressure ventilation was set up at the front door. Rescue 6 arrived and set up air cascade operations.  Engine 4 was next on scene and established a water source from the hydrant in the middle of the grassy area across the campus.  Rescue Pumper 4 was added to the box and assisted with overhaul.  Queen Anne’s Engine 51 (many thanks) and Truck 7 filled in for Chestertown before being called to the scene to relieve the crews working.  Ambulance 8-1 and Paramedic 1-1 had rehab, Betterton filled their station and Engine 3 transferred to Kennedyville. FM 65 responded but was cancelled upon the determination of an accidental ignition.  The box was placed under control at 1835 hours and units operated for just under 2 hours.

Units on scene:
Command 6-1, Engine 6-8, Tower 6, Rescue 6, Engine 4, Rescue Pumper 4, QA Engine 51, Truck 7, AMB 8-1, PM 1-1, Chestertown Fire Police and College Security.

Standby:
QA Engine 51 and Truck 7 at Sta. 6, Engine 3 (Galena) at Sta. 4 and Station 5 (Betterton) filled their quarters.

   
   
   
 

 

TRACTOR FIRE IN THE 60-09

04/24/2008 - On 4/24/08, units from Chestertown, Rock Hall, Kennedyville, K&QA Rescue Squad and Kent EMS were alerted for a tractor fire with reported extension. Chief 6 arrived with a general purpose tractor and bush hog mower fully involved without extension. The assignment was held to Engine 6-8, Tanker 6 and Engine 7-2. Chestertown units operated for approx. 1 hour with 7 volunteers on location and an additional crew back at station.
 

 

ASSIST QUEEN ANNE'S ON 7-5 RESCUE LOCAL

04/24/2008 - At approximately 1300 hours, Engine 6-4 and Rescue 6 responded as the second due company to Rt. 544 and Burchard Sawmill Rd. in Crumpton for the motor vehicle accident. U/A Rescue 6 secured the vehicle while Engine 6-4 handled the LZ. 1 adult pt. and 1 pediatric pt. were flown to Hopkins Trauma Center by Trooper 6. 2 adults were transported to Chester River Hospital Center by Kent PM 8-1 and QA M- 5, one refusal was obtained by QA A-70. Units operated for approx. 45 minutes with 7 volunteers.

Units On Location: Engine 6-4, Rescue 6, PM 8-1, QA PM 600, QA Medic 5, and QA A-7
 

 

STRUCTURE FIRE ON EDGE OF TOWN DRIVE

04/22/2008 - At approx. 5pm on Tuesday afternoon, Units were alerted for a working shed fire in the Edge of Town trailer park. Command 6-1 arrived to find a 15x30 block and wood construction building (not a shed as originally reported) with heavy smoke showing. Engine 6-8 arrived and advanced an 1 3/4 line inside to initiate attack. Tower 6 was next to arrive, due to the tight confines of the trailer park, the tower was re-directed to drop a 4" supply line and perform a split lay from thepark entrance to the hydrant located approx. 1500' away. The tower crew then began opening up the ceiling, and advanced a second line. Rescue 6 arrived and opened up the roof. The fire was contained to the overhead where it was found that the original flat tar and stone roof and been covered with an A-frame asphalt shingle roof. Engine 4 arrived and completed the split lay to Engine 6-8. QA Engine 51 arrived and their crew relieved the initial crews performing overhaul and hitting  hotspots. The fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshal's Office, assisted by the Chestertown Police Dept., and Kent County Sheriffs office. Units operated for just over 2 hours.
 
Units on scene:
Command 6-1, Engine 6-8, Tower 6, Rescue 6, Engine 4, QA Engine 51, AMB 8-1, PM-11.
Standby: Engine 5-3 at Sta. 6
   
   
 

 

ENGINE STAND-BY FOR GRASONVILLE

03/20/2008 - Engine 6-8 was requested to stand-by at Queen Anne Station 2 (Grasonville) during the funeral of one of their members. The engine picked up a Med Local before returning back to the city. Engine 6-8 was back in the city after a long day in G-Ville. The River City Boyz operated for 10 hours.
   
   

 

PASSING OF PAST CHIEF FRANKLIN LEGG SR.

03/14/2008 - It is will deep regret that we announce the passing of Franklin Legg Sr. Chief Legg was a member of the Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. for 65 years, Charter member of the Kent & Queen Anne Rescue Squad and an Honorary member of the Rock Hall Vol. Fire Co. Chief Legg was a life member; he has held several positions Chief, Deputy Chief, Chief Engineer, Engineer and Water Supply Officer. Funeral Services were held on March 16th.

The Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company would like to thank the companies, friends and family for showing their respect for Past Chief Franklin Legg Sr. on Sunday, March 16, 2008. Chief Legg will be missed, but he will always be apart of the Fire Company. A special thanks to Grasonville and Crumpton for the cover-up during services.

 

 

INDUSTRIAL FIRE AT WORTON CFF PLANT

03/06/2008 - On Thursday, March 6 at 1059 hrs.  Kent County 911 began taking calls reporting a working building fire at the CFF plant on Worton Rd. CFF is an industrial facility that recycles cellulose/ paper products to be used in a myriad of other ways including asphalt, food products, and movie making. At 1101 hrs. units from Chestertown, Kennedyville, Betterton, Church Hill, Crumpton  K&QA Rescue Squad, and Kent EMS were dispatched. Chief 6 arrived approximately 4 minutes later with fire showing from the ventilation system of the industrial machinery located inside the building. Employees reported that there had been an explosion in the ventilation system. Engine 67 arrived next and stretched a 1 3/4 line and knocked down the fire in the ventilation system. Tower 6, and RP-4 were directed to the inside to check for extension. Tower 6 crew reported that there was a large amount of burning paper located in the augers and holding tank of one of the processing machines. FD Personnel worked in conjunction with CFF employees in securing the power to the machines, and performing extensive overhaul in removing and wetting down the burning debris. River City Units operated for 2 hrs. and 51 minutes with 15 volunteers.
Photos provided by Steffy Photography.

Units on scene:
C-61, E-67, Twr-6, Tkr- 6, R-6, RP-4,
Tkr-4, E-53, A-8, FM 68.

Other units responding:
T-5, A-2, Pm 1-1, PM 1-3,
QA E-51 (stand-by at Station 6)
E-3 (standby at Station 6)

   
 

 

WORKING FIRE IN THE 60-5

03/03/2008 - On March 3, 2008 at 1931 hrs., Chestertown, along with units from Kennedyville, Crumpton, K&QA Rescue Squad, and Kent EMS were dispatched for a reported working barn fire (wait, there aren't any barns on that road) at 9181 American Legion Dr.  Engine 67 responded within 2 minutes, followed quickly by the tower, Tanker and Rescue. Engine 67 arrived approx. 4 minutes later with heavy fire showing from side "C" and this was actually a house, not a barn. Engine 67 initiated an attack with the 2 1/2 Santa Rosa on the shed located against the rear of the house, while the Tower crew pulled a 1 3/4 line and forced entry into the residence finding heavy fire in one room and the attic area. The rescue crew assisted with opening up, preventing the fire from extending any further into the residence. Engine 4 established a draft site at Morgnec Creek, while Crumpton units established lighting and began salvage operations. Once it was determined that the draft site would not be needed Eng. 4 was re-directed to the scene to assist. Betterton transferred an engine into the River City. Chestertown units operated on the scene for 2 hours and 43 minutes with 19 volunteers.
 
Units On Scene: Engine 67, Tower 6, Tanker 6, Rescue 6, Engine 4, Tanker 4, QA E/T-7, QA Rescue 7, QA Eng 71, Amb 8, PM 1-1, FM 68
 

 


 

 

STATION TOTALS

   
 January

50

 February

43

 March

48

 April

43

 May

3

 June  
 July  
 August  
 September  
 October  
 November  
 December  
   
2008 Total

187

   
 2007

637

 2006

512

 

EQUIPMENT TOTALS

 

Engine Companies

110 Runs

Tower Ladder

28 Runs

Rescue Company

26 Runs

 

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