FREDERICK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL WORK-BASED LEARNING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services (VFRS) High School Work-Based Learning Program

NOW ENROLLING!
Interested in Fire or Rescue? Want real hands-on experience?
This program puts you in the action!

WHO CAN APPLY?
• Frederick County high school juniors and seniors
• Homeschooled students age 16+ living in Frederick County
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FREDERICK, MD – With temperatures expected to be in the mid 80s and higher in the coming days, residents and businesses are advised to be aware of the signs of heat-related illnesses and to use caution during outdoor activities as we come into the summer season.

The combination of high temperatures and humidity will create a dangerous situation in which heat illness is possible. The Frederick ... (Full Story & Photos)

Take Action to Prepare for Severe Thunderstorms with High Winds

Additional Risk of Tornados, Hail and Flooding

FREDERICK, Md. – The Department of Emergency Preparedness encourages the public to take action to prepare for severe weather this afternoon and into the evening. The National Weather Service has forecast an increased risk of severe thunderstorms with high wind gusting to 60+ mph. Severe ... (Full Story)

Children Exposed to Potentially Rabid Bat at Riverwalk Park on Schifferstadt Boulevard

FREDERICK, Md. - On Monday, August 10th, 2026, the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) was notified that the rabies test results from a bat that was found at Riverwalk Park located at 1901 Schifferstadt Boulevard, Frederick MD are inconclusive. When this happens, FCHD treats any exposure to the bat as an ... (Full Story)

Wednesday August 11, 1982

Four fire companies — Walkersville, Woodsboro, Frederick and Lewistown — handled the controlled burning of the old Eleanor Houck farm house on Md. 194 near Walkersville that has stood empty for many years and was becoming a health hazard.
The firemen set the blaze so the flames would consume the front of the house first while they sprayed water toward the rear of the building. ... (Full Story)

44 Years Ago
Tuesday
Aug. 10, 1982

The new 911 emergency number will go into effect at 8 a.m. Monday, Aug. 16, for the majority of Frederick County residents, according to John Fairchild of the Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Company. Calls from residents who have either a 775 (Union Bridge) or 635 (New Windsor) phone exchange will not come directly to Central Alarm by dialing 911. He said residents ... (Full Story)

The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum will be holding a “mini-muster" In conjunction with the Francis Scott Key Antique Auto Club on August 15, 2026 at Rose Hill Manor. Featured this year will be “Truck 16” the antique ladder truck that was special called to the Pentagon on September 12, 2001 to assist in firefighting operations.
On 9-11, the truck was owned by the Woodsboro Fire Company and was ... (Full Story & Photos)

DNR Closes Additional Areas of Cunningham Falls State Park Following Second Beaver Attack

FREDERICK, Md. - The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is closing additional areas of Cunningham Falls State Park around Hunting Creek Lake after a fisherman reported that he was bitten on the leg by a beaver in the South Beach Day Use area of the park at about 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5.

The ... (Full Story)

24 Years Ago
Monday August 5, 2002

Heat took its toll on a majorette competition in Urbana on Saturday. Eleven people, including participants and observers, were taken to Frederick Memorial Hospital for treatment of heat-related illnesses, said Capt. John Main, of the Urbana Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co. The outdoor competition at Urbana High School was held despite the fact the day was listed as ... (Full Story)

Our community relies on dedicated individuals who are willing to step forward and serve. The Frederick County fire and rescue volunteer community is built on people like you — neighbors who care enough to give their time, skills, and compassion to help keep our county safe.

As the largest county in Maryland, Frederick County depends on strong volunteer participation to support our fire and rescue ... (Full Story & Photos)

The information provided in this flyer is to assist you with posting your address so we can readily identify your location in case of an emergency. SECONDS COUNT... (Full Story & Photos)

Memorial Climb to honor the Fallen Heroes of 911to be held Thursday September 24 @ 8:30 AM at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, Home of the Frederick Keys. The Stadium is located at 21 Stadium Drive Frederick,

Good afternoon,

I would like to personally invite you to join us for the 2026 Frederick 9/11 Memorial Climb benefiting the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

The purpose of this ... (Full Story & Photos)

Frederick County is recognized as a Gold Helmet Department due to the number of our members who have registered. As we wrap up Stand Down for Safety Week, now would be a great opportunity to do your part to protect the future of the fire service.

All U.S. firefighters (Career and Volunteer) are encouraged to answer the call and join the NIOSH National Firefighter Registry for Cancer. The more we ... (Full Story & Photos)

During the hurricane season, which starts today and runs through November 30, the Frederick County Department of Emergency Preparedness encourages residents and businesses to review their preparedness plans and update their disaster supply kits. Frederick County can be affected by heavy rains and flooding even if a hurricane remains offshore.

Please see the attached press release for additional ... (Full Story & Photos)

2026 Annual Burn Ban Notification

FREDERICK, Md. - The Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) reminds county residents that there is an open burning ban in effect each year from June 1st through August 31st. Open burning permits cannot be used during this time. This ban does not apply to small recreational fires such as campfires, barbeques, or gas grills.

The annual ban, which is required ... (Full Story)