On Sunday, April 14, 2024, Charles County Dive Rescue, along w/ mutual aid partners attended the annual spring Triathlon at Smallwood State Park in Marbury, MD. Our department provides standby assistance for the swimming event, in case of a potential water rescue. It was a beautiful day for the event.... (Full Story & Photos)

We send our love and deepest sympathies to Corey's family, friends, and coworkers. Please keep them in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Announcement Copied from NDWFD Co.13 Patuxent River - Unofficial Facebook Page:

We are deeply saddened to share with you the untimely loss of our brother, Firefighter Corey Porter.

Firefighter Porter began his federal firefighting career with us at NAS ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the evening of March 13th, officers held a Dive Gear Maintenance classroom training to members. This training covered pre-dive/post-dive maintenance, preventative maintenance of all scuba gear, discussions on common scuba gear failures and what to do if those failures occur, authorized repairs and general overall awareness. Proper maintenance and care of dive gear is key to ensure underwater safety ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Volunteer Fire & EMS Associations are responsible for coordination of personnel, resources and equipment of all independent volunteer departments.

Firefighting - 14 Fire Stations across the County respond to a variety of calls: Structure Fires, Brush Fires, Medical Emergencies, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fire Alarms, and Non-Emergency Service Calls.

Special Operations - FEMA Type 2 Certified Technical ... (Full Story & Photos)

Charles County Dive Rescue Team is proud to announce its partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation in collaboration with Charles County Volunteer Fire and Emergency Medical Services for the holiday season.

As part of our ongoing commitment to giving back to the community, we are thrilled to support the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation's mission of providing toys to less fortunate children ... (Full Story & Photos)

Charles County Dive Rescue Team is thrilled to announce the resounding success of this year's National Night Out event, held on August 1st. With ideal weather and an enthusiastic turnout, the evening was a testament to the strength of our community bonds and the spirit of togetherness.

Despite the challenges presented by the ongoing pandemic, residents of Charles County came together in full force ... (Full Story & Photos)