March 2026 Top Responders

4/1/2026

Caleb Sadzinski, Doug Wilson, Shawn Rideout, Kyle Thompson, and Bradley Joiner

Stabilization Training Continued

3/30/2026

Last evening, members continued our vehicle stabilization training, this time focusing on techniques used when a vehicle is resting on its roof. Building off our previous drill, crews practiced proper strut placement, securing points, and maintaining a safe work environment for patient access and extrication in these more complex scenarios. This drill was led by Lieutenant Willis.

Ventilation Trianing

3/23/2026

On Monday, March 23, 2026, members of the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company reported to the station for our regularly scheduled biweekly company training. This drill was led by Deputy Chief Russum and focused on ventilation techniques, specifically those that can be safely performed by members who have not yet completed Firefighter I, as well as the most commonly used ventilation methods on the fireground.

Stabilization Training

3/21/2026

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, members took advantage of the nice weather and gathered at the station to sharpen their vehicle stabilization skills using an acquired vehicle graciously donated by Bennett and Cohey Auto Salvage.

Hose Training

3/9/2026

On Monday, March 9, 2026, members of the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company gathered at the station for our bi-weekly company training. This week’s drill focused on different hose diameters, their capabilities, and how each is used during fireground operations. This drill was handled by Chief Darling.