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Welcome to the Official Website for the
Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association
P.O. Box 1230
Severna Park, MD 21146
Become a volunteer! Contact one of our volunteer stations for membership information
(CLICK HERE)
Mike Rowe, best known and the creator and host of the hit TV series Dirty Jobs, spotlighted the volunteer fire service in episode #387 of his The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe podcast. The episode features conversations with the NVFC’s own Dr. Candice McDonald and fellow volunteer firefighter/EMT Jonathan Dayton, as they delve into the motivations, experiences, and benefits of being a fire service volunteer. It also encourages the public to visit www.makemeafirefighter.org to learn more and find a local opportunity.
Listen to the podcast here or wherever podcasts are available.
    

    

    

Ronald A. Block Resignation Announcement
The Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association announces the resignation of Ronald A. Block, of the Cape Saint Claire Volunteer Fire Company, from his position as Trustee. Ron has faithfully served in this role since his election in 2022.
During his tenure, Ron has been a tremendous asset to the Association. He played a key role in managing the Association’s property and overseeing the Length of Service Awards Program. His extensive knowledge of insurance has also been an invaluable resource to volunteers throughout the county.
Ron and his wife will soon be relocating to Florida. We extend our sincere gratitude for his dedication and service, and we wish both of them the very best as they begin this new chapter in their lives.
    
   

   
Logan R. Gatling Named Member of the Quarter for the First Quarter of 2026
Member John Long, Jr., April 03
Logan R. Gatling was selected at the First Quarter of 2026 Outstanding Member of the Quarter for the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association.
The Edgewater Volunteer Fire Department (EVFD) nominates FF2/EMT Logan Gatling for the AACVFA Outstanding Member of the Quarter.
FF2/EMT Logan Gatling is an operational and administrative member of the EVFD. FF2 Gatling has served the citizens ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Baseus Recalls Select Portable Chargers with Model Number BS-30KP365
Member John Long, Jr., May 05
Baseus Recalls Select Portable Chargers with Model Number BS-30KP365 Your safety is our top priority. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission("CPSC"), Shenzhen Baseus Technology Co., Ltd("Baseus") is voluntarily recalling the following portable charger:
Baseus Portable Charger, 65W 30000mAh High Capacity Portable Charger with model number BS-30KP365 with a serial number (SN) ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Emergency Responders: Tips for taking care of yourself
Member John Long, Jr., March 25
Emergency Responders: Tips for taking care of yourself Responding to disasters is both rewarding and challenging work. Sources of stress for emergency responders may include witnessing human suffering, risk of personal harm, intense workloads, life-and-death decisions, and separation from family. Stress prevention and management is critical for responders to stay well and to continue to help in the ... (Full Story)
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NEW CORDICO WELLNESS FITNESS APPLICATION The department is migrating to a new version of the Cordico Wellness Fitness smartphone application.
The current application will not be supported after November 1, 2023.
The new Cordico wellness application can be found by scanning the QR code below from your smartphone to access the webpage.
The department’s login information is below. The generic logins ensure confidentially as members use the application.
Please note that there are different logins for active members, family members, and retirees.
Department member ID:AACFD-A-MD
Department Code: GoAACFD123
Spouse/Family ID: AACFD-S-MD
Department Code: GoAACFD123
Retiree ID: AACFD-R-MD
Department Code: GoAACFD123
Additional information regarding the app is contained within the video at the following link: https://lexipol.wistia.com/medias/ngekaif8ca
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