The officers and members of the Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc. are proud to announce the selection of Mr. Joseph V. Slade for induction into the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Hall of Fame for 2021.
Joe Slade joined the Department in 1969. Mr. Slade has been an active member for 38 years, serving for many years as a Fire Engineer, Chief Engineer, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad’s Fundraising Committee is excited to announce a Brick Paver Campaign in support of our new station.

In 2013, just as they did 52 years before, the Membership determined that our station did not meet our current and future space requirements. Seven years after establishing a New Building Committee, the SDVFDRS broke ground for its ... (Full Story & Photos)

On June 23rd, members from SDVFDRS, Chief Lyn Henderson, Lieutenant Cody Henderson and Firefighter Drake Tippett visited the Kings Christian Academy for a little summer fun with this year's campers!... (Full Story & Photos)

On June 22 at approximately 1714 hours, units from SDVFDRS were dispatched to 19960 block of Flat Iron Road for a reported single vehicle into a tree.
Rescue Squad 6 responded with Lieutenant 6 and arrived on scene establishing command. Command advised St. Mary’s that there was one vehicle off the roadway with one patient and requested Engine 61 to block traffic. Ambulance 68 evaluated patient and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last week was National Emergency Medical Services Week and we honored all of our EMS workforce! EMS providers include a wide range of individuals who are state and nationally certified to include Emergency Medical Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, drivers and aides. Our EMS providers are often overlooked for their vital role in our community. The men and women in this line of ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the SDVFD&RS took the opportunity to hone their firefighting skills on Sunday, May 2, 2021 by attending an acquired structure live firefighting training scenario hosted by the Bay District VFD. Firefighters were able to practice the proper use of protective gear and equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus, fire behavior, search and rescue procedures, hose line evolutions, ventilation, ... (Full Story & Photos)

On April 3, 2021 at 0752 hrs., the Second District VFD&RS was alerted for a structural fire located at 18774 Mckay's Beach Rd. Valley Lee. Chief 6 (Henderson) arrived on the scene and advised St Mary's County Emergency Communications of a working fire, and established the McKay's Beach Road Command. Engine 61 arrived shortly with lieutenant 6A and the crew was tasked to pull a 1 3/4" attack line ... (Full Story & Photos)

The SDVFDRS was alerted for a structure fire on Flat Iron Road, Great Mills March 29, at 1038 am. Water Supply 6 (Swann) arrived on scene with a working structure fire. Chief 6 (Henderson)arrived shortly afterwards assuming the Flat Iron Road command advising St. Mary's to have 1st. arriving engine drop a supply line at the driveway and proceed to the structure pulling two 1 3/4 lines. Engine 132 ... (Full Story & Photos)

On March 10th, 2021, President of the SDVFDRS Auxillary, Ms. Robin Dove, on behalf of the Auxillary presented a check in the amount of $40,000 to Chief Lyn Henderson and President Eddie Stauffer.
Ms. Dove stated that the past year has been hard for everyone and coming up with unique “COVID-19 friendly" fundraisers presented its challenges. Despite those challenges, the hard work and dedication from ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with deep sadness that the Officers and Members of the Second District VFD&RS announce the passing of Life Member John P. “Chuck” Charles on December 9, 2020.
Chuck joined the Department in 1992 focusing on the emergency medical services. He became an EMT, and soon established himself as one of the more reliable daytime responders. During his active years, he was always rewarded with one of ... (Full Story & Photos)