 Welcome to the Bowie Volunteer Fire Department Part of the Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department, the Bowie VFD is a full service Fire / Rescue / EMS Department responsible for protecting the fourth largest city in the State of Maryland by providing 24 hour emergency services to the citizens and visitors of Bowie, Maryland and surrounding areas. Our department is composed of three stations with primary response area of approximately 28 square miles and a population of over 54,000. Please check around our site to view the latest activities and events at the Bowie VFD and feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance.
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Condolences for the Loss of William Smith Friday, June 26, 2009 The Officers and Members of the Bowie Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend our sincere and deepest condolences to the Kentland Volunteer Fire Department and to the family of William Smith. Known to all as "Smitty", he was a great asset to the Volunteers of this county. Not only did he serve over 50 years of service, but he held numerous ranks, including Fire Chief of Co. 33. More... | | | Units Run House Fire on Felter Lane Monday, May 18, 2009 Shortly before midnight, units were dispatched to the 2600 block of Felter Lane for a reported house fire. The box alarm brought Engine companies 39, 19, 18, and Arundel 7; Tower 43, Truck 28 and Rescue Squad 33. Engine 391 arrived with a 1-story single family dwelling with heavy fire pushing from the rear of the structure. More... | | | Bowie Volunteers Help Support Andrews Air Show Friday, May 15, 2009 Several members from the Bowie Volunteer Fire Department took part in the 2009 Joint Services Open House (Air Show) at Andrews Air Force Base. Bowie VFD members answered questions and gave tours of the apparatus as well as took in the exciting show. Engine 191, Tanker 39 and the Canteen took the trip. We are looking forward to participating again next year. More... | | | BVFD Members Participate in Career Day Friday, May 15, 2009 Members from the Bowie Volunteer Fire Department took part in the career day events at Northview Elementary and Kingsford Elementary schools. Tower 43 was displayed at each location. The students were given hats, pencils and fire related reading and coloring material. Thanks to the coordinator for both schools for allowing us to participate. More... | | | Baby Steen...... Friday, May 01, 2009 The Officers and members of the Bowie VFD would like to congratulate Deputy Chief Gary Steen Jr. and his wife Cathy on the birth of their daughter, Grace Catherine. Grace Catherine was born today, and weighed in at 9 pounds and 1 ounce. Cathy and Grace are doing well and resting comfortably. Congratulations Chief Steen and Cathy. More... | | | Bowie VFD Members Complete Fire/EMS Training Tuesday, April 28, 2009 The Officers and members of the Bowie VFD would like to congratulate our Volunteer members who recently completed Fire and EMS training. These members dedicated a significant amount of time from their personal schedules to complete this training in order to better the serve the citizens of Bowie and surrounding areas. Congratulations and thank you. More... | | | Bowie VFD Hosts MFCA Annual Meeting Sunday, April 19, 2009 Several volunteer members of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department were recognized with awards of distinction and one retained his role as an elected administrative officer during the Annual Meeting and Elections of the Maryland Fire Chiefs Association (MFCA). This event, attended by members from across the State of Maryland, was hosted by the Bowie Volunteer Fire Department on April 19, 2009. More... | | | Vehicle Crash with Entapment on Collington Road Saturday, April 18, 2009 Engine Company 43 and the ambulance were dispatched for a vehicle accident at the intersection of Town Center Boulevard and Collington Road (197). Chief 43B (Howard) also marked-up on the call. Upon arrival, the crews from Company 43 informed Chief 43B to upgrade the call to include a medic unit for possible leg trauma and entrapment. More... | | |
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2008 Totals
Co. 19 Truck Runs: 164
Co. 19 Engine Runs: 747
Co. 19 EMS Runs: 1370
Co. 39 Tower Runs: 235
Co. 39 Engine Runs: 1447
Co. 39 EMS Runs: 2202
Co. 43 Tower Runs: 250
Co. 43 Engine Runs: 1788
Co. 43 EMS Runs: 2315
Co. 19 Runs: 2281
Co. 39 Runs: 3884
Co. 43 Runs: 4353
Engine Runs: 3982
Truck/Tower Runs: 649
EMS Runs: 5887
Total Runs: 10518
2007 Totals
Co. 19 Truck Runs: 185
Co. 19 Engine Runs: 777
Co. 19 EMS Runs: 1294
Co. 39 Tower Runs: 246
Co. 39 Engine Runs: 1780
Co. 39 EMS Runs: 1863
Co. 43 Tower Runs: 191
Co. 43 Engine Runs: 1965
Co. 43 EMS Runs: 2370
Co. 19 Runs: 2256
Co. 39 Runs: 3889
Co. 43 Runs: 4526
Engine Runs: 4522
Truck/Tower Runs: 622
EMS Runs: 5527
Total Runs: 10671
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