02/11/2007 - Riverdale Road @ 64th Avenue - MVC

Today, while responding on a first due box assigment, E132 was involved in a accident. 3 Firefighters were injured (2 career and 1 volunteer). Our thoughts are with them for a speedy recovery. more info.

 

The Officers and members of the Riverdale Heights Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad are pleased to announce, that the re-possession of the Heavy Rescue Squad and Fire Engines has been averted.

Through the generous donations of the community at large, area merchants, fellow Volunteer organizations and a generous benefactor that wishes to remain anonymous, we have collected enough funds to bring the bank loan back in good standing.

We would like the public to know, that while we have met this challenge in the Twelfth Hour, their continued support is still needed.

The Volunteer Fire Service in Prince George’s County is still the primary source of Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Care for the residents of the County. The spirit of Volunteer Service is alive in the hearts and souls of the County Volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians, but NEW Volunteers are always needed and encouraged to take advantage of the FREE Educational Opportunities available through Volunteer service.

Todd Reedy	Kenneth Gilroy
Chief of Department	President

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If are able to help, please donate using the links below.

Please note that donations will are being handled by one of our members, donations will go to Alzam WDS and they will be turned in to the department as they are recieved. Time is critical and we were not able to setup a department account without delay.

 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

 

10/26/2006 - 5400 Blk Jefferson St. - Working Fire

At 1556 hours a call for a man having a stroke went out in Company 7’s first due. Ambulance 77 went on the scene at 5405 Jefferson Street and advised they had smoke showing from the roof. At 1605 PSC filled the box, bringing Engine 131 to the call. more info.

MANY THANKS!

To company 55’s Chief’s, Officers, and Members for storing Engine 131 while it waits for repairs.

10/22/2006 - Kenilworth Ave @ Decator St. - MVA

At 0200 hours a call for a 9I in company 9’s first due at Kenilworth Avenue and Decatur Street. The Bladensburg units arrived and found the crash with one trapped. more info.

10/10/2006 - 5300 Blk Riverdale Rd - Working Fire

Tuesday 10/10/2006 – Just after Midnight the crew from 7 responded on a bells call at 5309 Riverdale Road. Engine 72 arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke conditions in the basement and requested the box. Engine 131 pulled the back up line and assisted Engine 72 who had the fire knocked within minutes. Engine 131’s crew cleared the scene in a little over an hour.

Member Inducted into the PGCVFRA Hall Of Fame.

Wednesday 09/13/2006 – At the Prince George’s County Convention this year Alan Lopatin Long time member and past President of Riverdale Heights was inducted into the PGCVFRA Hall of Fame.