Congratulations to Probationary Members Jesus Bello for completing his Volunteer Application Process, including all requirements for Volunteer Recruit School.

His next steps will be to enroll in Emergency Medical Technician and/or Firefighter I.

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The Officers and Members of the Riverdale Heights Volunteer Fire Department extend our sincere condolences to the family of Jay Tucker as well as the Officers and Members of Marlboro Volunteer Fire Department this evening.

It is with deep sadness that the Prince George’s County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association has been notified of the passing of Julian R. “Jay” Tucker. Jay was a Past President ... (Full Story & Photos)

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM ESTTHIS EVENING FOR LOW HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR MUCH CENTRAL MARYLAND.

The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a Red Flag Warning for low humidity and gusty winds, which
is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.

* WINDS: Southwest 15 to 20 ... (Full Story & Photos)

FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT THURSDAY AFTERNOON FOR LOW RELATIVELY HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR MOST OF MARYLAND WEST OF THE CHESAPEAKE BAY.

The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a Fire Weather Watch for low relatively humidity and gusty
winds.

* WINDS: Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY: As low as 23 percent.

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The Riverdale Heights Volunteer Fire Department would like to take the opportunity to recognize International Women’s Day. We appreciate the hard work and dedication the women of our organization have accomplished. Women who are firefighters and/or EMTs of our department do not go unnoticed. We thank you for making our department better and are proud to call you our sisters.

EMS Captain Karen Anderson
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The Riverdale Heights Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc. is currently seeking interested individuals who would like to join our ranks as volunteer firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or administrative personnel.

The department operates a two-piece engine company (E813/E813B) and a basic life support ambulance (A813) with 100% volunteer staffing. Our department is located ... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning, Engine 133 (E813B) with Past Chief N. Belle, Vice President B. Clements, Lieutenant M. Bridgers and member G. Toledo assisted with the funeral procession of Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department Volunteer Operations Commander Chief Nick Finamore.

Numerous units from Prince George’s, Anne Arundel, Calvert and Charles counties also assisted.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday, December 2, 2020 during our annual business meeting and elections, the following members were voted on for administrative and line officer positions for 2021.

Administrative Officers

President: Robert "Bobby" Goninan
Vice President: Brian Clements
Secretary: Cobun Zweifel-Keegan
Treasurer: Karen Anderson

Fire Chief: Aldo Zambrana
Deputy Chief: Vacant
Assistant Chief: Vacant

On January ... (Full Story & Photos)