FFD News & Events Archive
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Fire Department Educates Local Students
October 31, 2016
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From the Times-News/Frostburg Express last week.Fire Department Educates Local Students
According to the National Fire Protection Administration (NFPA), Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire; the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871.
On the 40th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Fire Marshals Association of North America (today known as the International Fire Marshals Association), decided that the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire should henceforth be observed not with festivities, but in a way that would keep the public
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On This Day in FFD History
October 30, 2016
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ON THIS DAY IN FFD HISTORYFrom the Cumberland Evening Times, Thursday, October 30 1947 Page 16
Frostburg – Extinguish Fire At Cotton Club
The Frostburg Fire Department was called to the Cotton Club, a tavern on Park Avenue, at 4 o’clock this morning to extinguish a fire.Mrs. Earle Jackson, proprietor of the club, resides in the same building and was awakened by the smoke.
Firemen used a booster line to extinguish the blaze, which was confined to the club room. It is believed this blaze was caused by a smoldering cigarette.
Furnishings in the room were badly damaged according to Fire Chief G. Woodrow Layman but he gave no estimate of the loss.
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Length of Service Anniversary
October 27, 2016
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Please help us congratulate Gary Tummino on his "Length of Service" anniversary. Gary joined this great organization on October 27, 1970 and throughout the years, provided dedicated service and leadership in serving almost every administrative and fire line officer position, including Fire Chief for more than 13 years and his current role as the Department Treasurer and Acting President.Over the years, he has performed tens of thousands of man hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD. Chief Tummino can be found at the firehouse everyday!
On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, thank you and happy 46th!!
OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD
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Length of Service Anniversary
October 27, 2016
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Please help us congratulate John Glass on his "Length of Service" anniversary. John joined this great organization on October 27, 1974 and throughout the years he has performed thousands of man hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD.On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, thank you and happy 42nd!!
OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD
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Close the Door!
October 26, 2016
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CLOSE THE DOOR!You may have heard us talk about the importance of keeping bedroom doors closed at night while sleeping. Here is a great example of what a bedroom looks like that was protected by a closed door with the hallway heavily damaged by fire.
Please talk to your family about the importance of keeping bedroom doors closed while sleeping.
More info can be found out at:
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Frostburg Halloween Parade
October 26, 2016
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Length of Service Anniversary
October 24, 2016
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Please help us congratulate Emily Bladen on her "Length of Service" anniversary.
Emily joined this great organization on this date in 2006 and has, provided dedicated service and leadership as both a firefighter and administrative officer; including her current role as Department Secretary.
Over the years, she has performed thousands of hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD.
On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, Thank you and happy 10th anniversary!!
OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD
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Length of Service Anniversary
October 23, 2016
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Please help us congratulate Eric Yates on his "Length of Service" anniversary.Eric joined this great organization on this date in 1990 and has, provided dedicated service and leadership as both Line and Administrative officers, including Fire Chief.
Over the years, he has performed thousands of man hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD.
On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, THANK YOU and happy 26th anniversary!!
OUR DEEDS OUR REWARD
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Length of Service Anniversary
October 22, 2016
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Please help us congratulate Emory Lancaster on his "Length of Service" anniversary.Emory joined this great organization on October 22, 1957 and throughout the years he has performed thousands of man hours of training and service in an effort to continue the rich traditions of the FFD.
Emory is currently the longest serving member of the department by 3 years. Other 50+ year members include: Jimmy Dale Williams (56), Sam McCulloh (55), Pete Davis (54) and John Rowe (50).
He continues to serve the department on a regular basis with all locksmith duties
The department uniform committee is busy designing a “60 Year” ribbon for next year since none has every been issued.
On behalf of the entire Department and the citizens of Frostburg and surrounding areas, thank you and
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FFD YouTube Page
October 19, 2016
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Our NEW YouTube page is officially up and running! Check it out and subscribe to see our videos as soon as they are posted. Disregard our previous page due to technical difficulties.Frostburg Fire Department YouTube Page
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