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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Healthy Advice From People that Know About Heat

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Monday, July 18, 2011. Healthy Advice From People that Know About Heat. MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930,. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us. Everyone is reminded to take precautions to stay safe and healthy. Temperatures in the nineties and higher, combined with high humidity may create a dangerous situation for everyone, especially; children, the elderly, and those who suffer from chronic heart or lung conditions. Stay Informed - Stay Ready - Stay Safe. 8226; Avoid the heat. 8226; Incre...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Forestville Haz Mat sends 5 to Hospital - 1 Serious (5:00 pm UPDATE)

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Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Forestville Haz Mat sends 5 to Hospital - 1 Serious (5:00 pm UPDATE). MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO. Four people were inside the warehouse when this occurred. They went to help the driver and came in contact with the chemical product. They were experiencing symptoms typical of exposure to the bleach product including difficulty breathing and being light headed, These four were also decontaminated and transpo...The F...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Message from Safety Office - Wind

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Thursday, January 8, 2015. Message from Safety Office - Wind. All Fire/EMS Personnel,. Dangerously low wind chills are expected over the next few days. Protect yourself and patients from frostbite/hypothermia by covering exposed skin (hats, gloves, blankets, etc.). Also, sustained wind speeds will increase to 15-20 MPH this evening through late tomorrow afternoon (1/9/15). Factor this into ALL operational considerations (ventilation, fire spread, mode of attack, rehab). Risk Management and Safety Office.

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Members Attain College Degrees

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Thursday, June 4, 2009. Members Attain College Degrees. The Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is pleased to acknowledge four of our members who recently graduated from schools of higher learning. While obtaining a college degree is not a requirement, it may enhance our personal sense of self-value. Additionally, having a college degree, in most instances, is the gateway to greater opportunity for advancement in our professional life. Battalion Chief Conver-White will...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Holiday Fire Safety

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Wednesday, December 8, 2010. MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930. According to the NFPA, about four of every ten holiday tree-related residential fires are caused by an electrical problem or malfunction. One out of every four, or twenty-four percent, holiday tree-related residential fires are the result of a heat source placed too close to the tree. Safety Tips for Holiday Decorations. Cut off about two inches of the trunk and put the tree in a sturdy, water-holding stand. ...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Fire Investigators Seek Assistance in Identifying Persons of Interest

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Thursday, August 6, 2015. Fire Investigators Seek Assistance in Identifying Persons of Interest. MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The 2016 National Capital Region 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 5K Walk. Fr id=1591&pg=entry#sthash.GZyF0V5g.dpuf. LODD April 15, 2016. Fire Fighter/Medic Lieutenant John "Skillet" Ulmschneider. Donate to Sparky Fire Fund. Back Draft Bash 2016. Click Image for additional Information.

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: "It's Not Easy" - Firefighter/Medic Suicide Prevention - New Material from NFFF

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Tuesday, November 25, 2014. It's Not Easy" - Firefighter/Medic Suicide Prevention - New Material from NFFF. MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) released this information today. Suicides are preventable: Reaching out to those most vulnerable. NFFF issues new report to address suicide among firefighters. To address the growing issue and need for further research and funding. Or, the County’s E...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Investigative and Implementation Teams for 57th Avenue Receive a PGFD Unit Citation

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Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Investigative and Implementation Teams for 57th Avenue Receive a PGFD Unit Citation. MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO. Members of the Safety Investigative Team (SIT) and the Implementation Task Force (ITF) from the 57th Avenue Report. Were presented a Unit Citation. Congratulations to the following members that were were recognized:. Deputy Fire Chief Retired Scott K. Hoglander. Battalion Chief Sayshan L. Conver-White.

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: PGFD Profile - Steve "Country" White

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Monday, September 24, 2012. PGFD Profile - Steve "Country" White. Assistant Fire Chief Steve "Country" White. Steven E. White is a 17-year veteran of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department and serves as a Duty Chief and Technical Services Commander. Steve “Country” White is also a loving husband, father and avid hunter. Steve White (with helmet) discusses a challenging rescue. On Van Dusen Road in laurel. Steve is an avid hunter and coordinates the Southern MD. If you...

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Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department: Death Notification of Don "Patch" Aker, Jr., President of the Kentland VFD and Employee of Prince George's County Public Safety Communications Center

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Monday, July 27, 2015. Death Notification of Don "Patch" Aker, Jr., President of the Kentland VFD and Employee of Prince George's County Public Safety Communications Center. Mark E. Brady. Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department. Mebrady@co.pg.md.us. All - please see below reference the passing of Don "Patch" Aker, Jr., President of the Kentland VFD and supervisor with the Prince George's County Public Safety Communications Center. Marc Bashoor, Fire Chief. Prince George's County Fire/EMS. It is with ...