State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci reminds all Marylanders to check for fire safety where they live, where they work and even where they attend classes, trainings and meetings. “Fire and life safety is everyone’s responsibility; by testing smoke alarms and CO detectors, keeping exits clear of obstructions, and maintaining fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems, we can all avoid injury or death from ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci says:

•Use battery operated candles instead of lighted candles when decorating for Halloween

•Costumes should be labeled flame-resistant or flame-retardant, or made of materials that will not easily ignite

•Pick costumes that are bright and reflective

•Give children flashlights to carry while trick-or-treating

•Do not overload electrical outlets and extension cords

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Yesterday was Calvert County Volunteer Fire-Rescue-EMS 3rd Annual County-Wide Softball Tournament. The event was held at Hallowing Point Park. Volunteers gathered and had a great time from departments throughout the county. We played softball and had fun. It was a huge success and I think everyone really enjoyed the day.

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"Fire Prevention Week" was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The legend is that a cow owned by Mrs. Katherine O'Leary knocked over a lamp in which started this enormous fire. After this devistation, it had people thinking more on fire prevention ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today marks the 12th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 and all of the lives that were lost that day. Let's all honor those who lost their lives as well as the first responders in New York that paid the ultimate sacrifice that day.

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