Welcome to the Benedict Volunteer Fire Department, Rescue Squad and Auxiliary
Proudly serving Charles County, Maryland since 1950
Please visit our Events Page to see all the Activities we are hosting this year.
Members Wanted!!
Please call the station @ 301-274-3890 or drop by to pick up an application today!!
As becoming a volunteer member of a fire department you receive several benefits.
1. Free fire and emergency medical training through the University of Maryland.
2. Receive College Credits for all formal training.
3. Self satisfaction from helping the community.
4. A variety of friendships.
5. The ability to work as a team.
6. Maryland state tax break.
7. Retirement pay
8. Respect from individuals in the community.
At approximately 6:45 p.m., Fireboat 5 was en route to provide marine standby coverage for the Solomon's Island fireworks display when the crew was diverted to assist with multiple marine emergencies on the Patuxent River.
While responding, Calvert County Communications advised of two individuals in a jon boat that had taken on water north of the Benedict Bridge. Before Fireboat 5 arrived, both occupants ... (Full Story)
We had a great turn out for our 3rd Annual Catfish Tournament. We had 46 boats, 11 kayak/shore, and 5 youth totaling over 160 people. All together they caught 413 catfish totaling 822.96 pounds. Congratulations to our winners!!!
Boat First Place $500: 27.3 lbs. caught by James Watson, Steven Watson, and Steven Watson Jr Second Place $300: 22.8 lbs. caught by Kasey Windsor, Steven Windsor, and Tommy ... (Full Story & Photos)
WHERE: Benedict Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad 18210 Hyatt Ave. Benedict, MD 20612
COST: FREE
DESCRIPTION:
In this course you’ll learn three quick techniques to help save a life before someone bleeds out: (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound; (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding; (3) ... (Full Story & Photos)
