Please join Chief Ryman and the rest of the BVFD in congratulating FF3 Kyle Gallagher, who has recently completed the requirements to be cleared to drive Truck 715. The process to become a driver on Truck 715 is extensive, requiring: Previous qualification as an ambulance driver Completion of a Class…

If you are one of our neighbors, you will likely be getting our annual fund drive letter which was sent yesterday! While we truly appreciate your support in whatever form it may take, the BVFD relies on your generosity to ensure our volunteers have all of the training, equipment, and…

The BVFD Officers congratulate EMT Rohith Mathew on becoming our latest EMS Unit Driver in August of 2023. Rohith joined the BVFD in February of 2018 and has been consistently taking training classes to earn his status as EMT in Charge and now as an Emergency EMS Driver. Rohith completed…

The BVFD proudly announces the advancement of EMT Anagha Shastry who has now earned Officer in Charge (OIC) status on our Ambulance.   Congratulations to EMT Shastry who joined the BVFD in September of 2021. EMT Shastry successfully completed over a dozen training programs, including: – Maryland Emergency Medical Technician…

The BVFD proudly announces the advancement of EMT David Wolmark who has now earned Officer in Charge (OIC) status on our Ambulance.   Congratulations to EMT Wolmark who joined the BVFD in April of 2023 as a transfer from another local station. EMT Wolmark successfully completed over a dozen training…

The BVFD proudly announces the advancement of EMT Brhan Gebremedhin who has now earned Officer in Charge (OIC) status on our Ambulance.   Congratulations to EMT Gebremedhin who joined the BVFD in October of 2021. EMT Gebremedhin successfully completed over a dozen training programs, including: – Maryland Emergency Medical Technician…

The BVFD proudly announces the advancement of EMT Andrew Tiry who has now earned Officer in Charge (OIC) status on our Ambulance.   Congratulations to EMT Tiry who joined the BVFD in June of 2022. EMT Tiry successfully completed over a dozen training programs, including: – Maryland Emergency Medical Technician…

Last June the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) shared information with members of the communities we serve, about a proposed name change for the “Maryland State Firemens Association” (MSFA).  The MSFA was trying to move away from only referring to “FireMEN”, was voted down at the MSFA annual convention and…

Every year, the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department celebrates its most valuable asset, its members! Not only is it a chance for volunteers to unwind, celebrate, and spend time with their family (both their fire department family, and their personal family!) but also a chance to recognize the hard work and…

Please join us in supporting the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department at Firefighter Fridays at Jersey Mikes! Firefighter Fridays will be on the third Friday of each month for the remainder of 2023 starting with this Friday, June 16th! Order in person at: 15614 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville MD Or online…