Yesterday, we assisted with the Charles County DES Recruit Class. The topic of the day was wilderness rescue. Our members assisted the recruits with the scenario that involved an injured hunter at the base of a steep embankment.... (Full Story & Photos)

Our units operated in two separate working fires this morning. Engine 82, Tanker 8, and Chief 8B responded for a house fire in Company 1’s area. Engine 82 established the tanker fill site and filled numerous tankers in support of the fire ground. After clearing this incident, Tanker 8 responded on another working fire in the Faulkner area and provided water.... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night, Engine 83, Tanker 8, and Chief 8B responded on a working fire in Nanjemoy. Engine 83 advanced a line from Engine 42 and assisted with extinguishment. Tanker 8 supplied water. Chief 8B had command. Units operated for approximately 2 hours.... (Full Story & Photos)

Come see us today for the Mobile Food Market.... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night at our monthly business meeting, the Port Tobacco chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution made a presentation to show appreciation to our members that responded to the recent mid-air collision near Reagan National Airport. In total, 9 of our members responded on this incident.... (Full Story & Photos)

Early this morning, Rescue Squad 8 was alerted for an animal rescue. This pup had his head stuck in a wheel. Fortunately the crew was able to work up a nice soapy lather to free the dog without cutting the wheel around him. This was the second run after midnight for the Squad, the first being a structure fire in Indian Head that the crew staged on.... (Full Story & Photos)

As we change our clocks and look forward to extended daylight, please take the appropriate steps to make sure your home is safe. Please check your smoke detectors and change the batteries if they’re not sealed.

Also, when was the last time you talked about an exit plan in the event of a fire? Please ensure your family talks about having two ways out of every room and decide a safe meeting place. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Tenth District Vol Fire Department is hosting our first Holiday Craft & Vendor Show

November 1, 2025
9:00am. to 2:00pm
7035 Poorhouse Road
Indian Head, Maryland

For more information about reserving a space or request an application –
please email craftfair@tdvfd8.com

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