Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department

2024 Incidents
January	174
February	149
March	162
April	158
May	165
June	208
July	182
August	165
September	160
October
November
December
Total	1523

Past Years
Year	Runs
2023	2,146
2022	2,181
2021	2,181
2020	2,342
2019	2,535
2018	2,397
2017	2,162
2016	2,298
2015	2,283
2014	2,154
2013	2,046
2012	2,154
2011	2,230
2010	1,983

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Welcome to the Official Website of the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Inc.

A member of our local fire service family is in need of our support

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., June 09

An Assistant Fire Chief at Fort Detrick Fire Department and Past Fire Chief of Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department recently lost everything in a devastating house fire in Huntingtown.

The fire service has always been built on neighbors helping neighbors, and we are asking our community and fellow first responders to come together during this difficult time.

Needed Clothing Donations:

Adult Male:
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🎓 Congratulations to two of our own!

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., June 05

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The members and officers of the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department would like to congratulate Collin Deale on graduating from Calvert High School and Declan Ryan on graduating from Northern High School.

Graduating high school is an important milestone, and we are proud to see these young members achieve this accomplishment while being part of our fire department family.

We wish both Collin and ... (Full Story & Photos)

☀️ THIS SUMMER… DON’T JUST WATCH

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., June 03

RESPOND. 🚒

Looking for something bigger than yourself this summer?

Join the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and become part of a team dedicated to serving our community. Whether you’re interested in Fire, EMS, Rescue, or supporting operations behind the scenes, there’s a place for you at Station 5.

✅ Fire & EMS Training
✅ Fire & EMS Certifications
✅ No Experience Needed
✅ Support Member Positions ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night around 2145 hours while responding through Anne Arundel county to a reported structure fire, E5-2 was alerted there was a possible MVC along our route of travel

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., May 24

Shortly after being placed in service E5-2 arrived on scene of a 2 vehicle MVC with one patient trapped and established the command. Utilizing hand tools the patient was extricated and evaluated by EMS personnel. Ultimately 3 patients were treated and transported to nearby facilities with non life threatening injuries.... (Full Story & Photos)

Mother’s Day Live Raffle

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., May 17

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Last night, the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department gathered for our Annual Awards Banquet to celebrate an incredible year of service, swear in our 2026 officers, and honor some truly outstanding members of our department

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., May 17

A huge thank you to Sassafras Farm for preparing an absolutely delicious dinner that kept everyone smiling! 🍽️✨

Please join us in congratulating this year’s well-deserved award winners, presented by Fire Chief Eddie Catterton and Deputy Chief David Skaggs:
• 🔥 Firefighter of the Year: Cordell Johnson
• 🚑 EMTs of the Year: Billy Clark & Sherri Clark
• 👶 Rookie of the Year: Trey Lineberry
• 👨‍✈️ ... (Full Story & Photos)

Rescue Engine 5 Assists with Extrication Today at 1314 hours, Dunkirk VFD Rescue Engine 5, Paramedic Ambulance 205, and Chief 5B were dispatched to assist the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department at the Route 2/4 split for a motor vehicle collision with

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., May 16

Rescue Engine 5 assisted with vehicle stabilization and extrication of one patient. Paramedic Ambulance 205 handled patient care and transport.... (Full Story & Photos)

🚨 JOIN THE NEXT GENERATION OF DUNKIRK VFD Have you ever thought about becoming a firefighter or EMT?

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., May 13

Now is the perfect time to get involved with the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and start building skills that can last a lifetime.

We are currently accepting applications for:

🔥 Cadet Members (Ages 14–16)
🔥 Junior Members (Ages 16–18)

No experience is needed — we will provide the training, mentorship, and opportunities to help you succeed.

As a member, you can:
✅ Earn Fire & EMS certifications
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