Fallston, MD – 12/5/2024 – The Fallston Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Company (FVFAC) responded to a request for assistance from the Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD) this evening as multiple alarms were triggered for a large-scale outside fire in the city.

Initially dispatched to cover calls for service in Baltimore City while BCFD units were engaged in battling a significant fire, Engine 1311 ... (Full Story & Photos)

Protect yourself and your loved ones during a winter storm. Take extra steps to make sure you heat your home safely, and follow the tips below.

Heat your home safely.

If you plan to use a wood stove, fireplace, or space heater, be extremely careful. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and remember these safety tips:

-Have extra heat sources in case the power goes out.
-Have at least one of the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Carefully decorating your home can help make your holidays safer. Between 2018-2022, US fire departments responded to an average of 155 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. US fire departments responded to an estimated average of 835 home structure fires per year that began with decorations, excluding Christmas trees.

In the throes of holiday shopping and decorating? Also see: UL ... (Full Story & Photos)

State Fire Marshal Offers Tips to Remain Safe This Thanksgiving

STATEWIDE (November 22, 2024) - The kitchen is the heart of every home, and safety must be the first recipe to follow when preparing the family feast. "Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, but it also increases the risk of home fires due to cooking. Test your smoke alarms and keep a watchful eye in the kitchen. A little precaution ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fallston VFAC is proud to announce we have two young women representing our company as 1st runner ups in Junior Miss Fire Prevention and Miss Fire Prevention 2025. A first for Fallston VFAC in our 50-year history.

Evelyn Brush, daughter of Lt. Will Brush, is 1st runner up Junior Miss Fire Prevention. Evelyn’s message: EDITH-Exit Drills In The Home. Having a plan and practicing the exit plan ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fire Prevention Week October 6-12, 2024

Smoke alarms should be installed on every level of the home, outside each sleeping area, and inside each bedroom. For best protection, interconnect all the smoke alarms so that when one sounds, they all sound. Remember to shut all bedroom doors while sleeping to slow the spread of fire into your room.

Visit https://www.nfpa.org/events/fire-prevention-week ... (Full Story & Photos)

As Fire Prevention Week approaches, Fallston Fire and Ambulance Co. Inc. urges residents to make sure their smoke alarms are working
The theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2024 is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!TM”

October 6, 2024 — The Fallston Fire and Ambulance Co. Inc. is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co. Inc. will hold its annual open house this Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come out and meet our members, learn about fire safety, and meet our partners in the Public Safety Community. We are so excited to see you all Saturday.

11:00: Open House Begins

11:30-12:00: Speed Drill Demonstration

1200-1300: Meet and Greet with MSP Aviation.

1:00-1:15: ... (Full Story & Photos)