Daily Archives November 22, 2013

On This Day In Frostburg/FFD History

November 22, 2013 Events  No comments

The below is courtesy of Steve Colby.  It is lengthy but very detailed and interesting

While researching vintage photographs of tornado damage in Frostburg, MD, Bob Lemmert came across the following information on the NOAA website:

November 23, 1891 at about 1000 hours EST, a F2 tornado struck Frostburg. The damage path statistics are unknown. Deaths and injuries are also unknown. The tornado touched down in the Consol area near the present day armory. It followed Water Street (northward) before shifting east down main street near St. Michael's Catholic Church.  It moved through the heart of Frostburg and down to Depot Hill.  Buildings were destroyed, roofs lifted, chimneys downed and windows shattered.  A horse and wagon was blown 50 yards, a full rail car

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Length of Service Anniversary

November 22, 2013 Events  No comments

Please help us congratulate Mike Kucharczyk on his "Length of Service" anniversary. Mike joined this great organization on November 22, 1983 and throughout the years, provided dedicated service and leadership as both an administrative and fire line officer including Fire Chief.

Over the years, he performed many man hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD. OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD!

On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, thank you and happy 30th!!

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