🔥 DRYER FIRES ARE REAL — AND THEY START FASTER THAN YOU THINK

Lint is extremely combustible. When it builds up in the lint trap, exhaust duct, or inside the dryer cabinet, it blocks airflow and traps heat — and that’s all it takes for a fire to start.

Overheating + lint = ignition.
This is why fire services urge everyone to clean the lint trap after every load.

But lint isn’t the only danger. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just moments after returning from a structure fire on Cabin Ridge Road in Hurlock, the Secretary Volunteer Fire Company (SVFC) was once again dispatched on Monday afternoon. At approximately 2:16pm, SVFC units were alerted for a rescue local box at the Secretary Post Office following reports of a vehicle into the building.

Upon arrival, Rescue Engine 16-1 and additional personnel found a vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 12:52 p.m. on Monday afternoon, emergency units were dispatched for Box Alarm 6-2 to the 6500 block of Cabin Ridge Road in Hurlock for a reported structure fire.

Upon arrival, first-arriving crews encountered a fully involved outbuilding with fire spreading to the adjacent residential dwelling. An immediate request for additional resources was made. Multiple mutual aid departments ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 9:39 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4th, neighboring fire departments were dispatched for Box Alarm 26-4 in the 2600 block of Cokesbury Road for a reported chicken house fire.

Upon arrival, the first units on scene requested a tanker task force, followed shortly thereafter by a second alarm assignment to assist with water supply and manpower.

The Secretary Volunteer Fire Company responded ... (Full Story & Photos)

Hurricane Erin has us expecting to see some moderate flooding in areas!
Here’s some safety information to keep you and your family safe!

Safety Reminder: TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!

🌊 Flooding can happen quickly!
More than 50% of flood-related deaths are due to someone driving or walking through flood waters

✅ What You Should Do:
Never drive around barricades.
Don’t walk or play in flood waters.
Turn ... (Full Story & Photos)

Sparky The Fire Dog wants to know if your still grilling this summer? So is he!!

Before you fire it up, remember:
🔥 Keep grills 10 feet from buildings
💨 Never leave it unattended
🐾 Keep pets and kids a safe distance away

Let’s make these final summer BBQs safe and delicious! For more tips visit: nfpa.org/grilling

#GrillSafe #SummerSafety #FirePrevention... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of Secretary Volunteer Fire Company, Dorchester County Sheriffs Office, and Maryland State Police attended National Night Out sponsored by The Town of Secretary on 8/5/2025.... (Full Story & Photos)

Brush 16-1 responded to Cambridge initially for a field fire off of Stone Boundary Rd. After assisting in cutting off the fire from reaching the exposed woods line and extinguishing the field fire forestry cleared all units. At which time, command requested all units respond to the 2 alarm fire down the road.
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