In anticipation of daylight saving time (DST) beginning in the early morning hours of March 9th, the State Fire Marshal is urging Marylanders to “Change Your Clock – Change Your Battery” in both smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in their homes. Recognizing that working smoke alarms and CO detectors double a family’s chance of surviving a home fire and/or unsafe carbon monoxide levels, ... (Full Story & Photos)

As the temperatures drop to extreme lows, we depend on multiple types of heating sources to stay warm inside our homes. State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci is providing Marylanders life and home saving heating safety tips. “Elements of heating resources continue to be a significant factor in home fires in Maryland,” according to the Fire Marshal. “Following these guidelines, we can work together ... (Full Story & Photos)

Community Centers Offer Warm, Dry Place for Residents if Needed

With temperatures expected to stay in the low 20s throughout today and dip into the single digits this evening, there are several places residents can go to stay warm during the day. The county’s community centers will be open during regular hours and safe drinking water is available in each of them. Residents who need to take refuge ... (Full Story & Photos)

Calvert County Government Urges Preparations for Winter Weather

Calvert County government urges citizens to be prepared for extreme cold weather. During extreme cold weather events, the primary concern is the potential loss of heat, power, telephone service, and a shortage of supplies if storm or weather conditions continue for more than one day. Residents should have the following items available: • ... (Full Story & Photos)

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)