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July 19, 2010 - Fire Sprinklers Save Snow Hill Apartment Complex |
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Written by Robert Korb, Jr.
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Monday, 19 July 2010 11:10 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a fire in a multifamily apartment complex on Thursday July 15, 2010 at 11:40 PM. The Snow Hill Fire Department was dispatched to the Greenbrier Apartment Complex for a reported fire with water flow activation in unit 406. First arriving units found the apartment to be filled with smoke and reported all occupants had escaped safely. Upon further investigation crews located a fire in the bathroom which had been extinguished by the residential sprinkler system. The apartment was occupied by one adult and two children at the time of the fire. The Fire Marshal’s Office determined the fire was set by a 7 year old child playing with a lighter in the bathroom. No injuries were reported and fire department units remained on scene for approximately one hour for cleanup. Anyone with additional questions is asked to contact Deputy Robert Korb, Jr., CFI, CFPS at
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July 16, 2010 - Outdoor Burn Ban Lifted |
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Written by Jeff McMahon
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Friday, 16 July 2010 07:40 |
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The Outdoor Burn Ban that was imposed on July 7th has been cancelled. Worcester County Fire Marshal Jeff McMahon cancelled the ban today, Friday, July 16, 2010. FM McMahon cautions residents and visitors the drought conditions continue and the fire danger level is still high and urges all citizens who conduct outdoor burnings, regardless of the type, the law requires all fires to be constantly attended from ignition to extinguishment. Precautions for having the proper tools and an ample water supply are also required. FM McMahon stated, "Although there was a significant amount of rainfall during the previous week, the amount varied depending on the area of the County. A continued or similar dry weather pattern would force the burning ban to return". For further information call the Fire Marshal's Office at 410.632.5666. |
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July 7, 2010 - Worcester County Places A Burn Ban In Effect |
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Written by Jeff McMahon
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Wednesday, 07 July 2010 10:02 |
 Effective immediately (July 7th), outdoor burning is banned for an indefinite period of time in Worcester County. Worcester County Fire Marshal Jeff McMahon issued the burning ban today, July 7, 2010 after dry weather and 12 outdoor wildfires occurred in Worcester County during the past 30 days.
The ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources, including campfires, bonfires, fireworks , leaf, brush, grass and trash burning and other similar methods of open incineration. The ban does not apply to public permitted fireworks displays with fire company personnel assisting or Assateague beach campfires.
“Since the beginning of June, the County has experienced an increased number of brush, field and woods fires,” said McMahon. “These fires cause safety concerns for area residents and responding personnel.”
The ban will remain in effect until the dry conditions dissipate.
To View the Official Worcester County Press Release CLICK HERE.
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Written by Jeff McMahon
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Thursday, 01 July 2010 09:59 |
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 UPDATED, July 6, 2010: July 4th as passed, but plenty of summer remains.. If you plan on using fireworks this summer remember Worcester County's law. Ground based sparkling devices, hand held sparklers and snaps and pops are all that are legal in Maryland and Worcester County. The Worcester County Fire Marshal's Office will be out in force all weekend and other Law Enforcement Agencies will also be on the lookout for illegal fireworks. Avoid the fines, up to a $1,000, and visit public fireworks displays listed below or only purchase and use ground based sparkling devices. Transporting fireworks purchased outside of Maryland is against the law. For a fireworks safety pdf sheet Go here. For a fireworks safety video and additional safety information Click Here.
PUBLIC FIRE WORKS DISPLAY IN WORCESTER COUNTY:
COUNTY DISPLAYS
Friday, July 2nd, Snow Hill Riverfront - 8:30PM
Sunday, July 4th, Ocean Pines Display at Showell Park - 9:00PM
Saturday, July 17th, Girdletree Firehouse - 9:15PM OCEAN CITY DISPLAYS
Celebrate Independence Day with concerts and fireworks in either uptown or downtown Ocean City. See the fireworks over the ocean at North Division St. and the beach, or over Assawoman Bay at Northside Park. Fireworks displays at both start at 9:30 p.m. |
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June 30, 2010 - Pocomoke Structure Fire |
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Written by Matt Owens
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Thursday, 01 July 2010 09:14 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a residential structure fire at 408 Laurel Street, Pocomoke, Maryland in Worcester County. The June 30, 2010 fire was dispatched at approximately 8:13 pm. First arriving fire units reported fire showing from Side A of a two-story residential dwelling. Firefighters from the Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Company made an aggressive interior attack and quickly had the fire under control. The dwelling involved in the fire is owned by Bryant and Christina Planter and was occupied by nine (9) people at the time the fire was discovered. All occupants were able to escape and no injuries were reported. The fire originated a second floor bedroom closet. The fire was caused by a five (5) year old playing with a lighter. No injuries were reported. Anyone with additional questions is asked to contact Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens at 410-632-5666 x 2 or at
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June 28, 2010 - Lightning Strike Causes Damage to Berlin Townhouse |
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Written by Matt Owens
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Tuesday, 29 June 2010 08:58 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a reported residential structure fire at 507 Sunlight Lane, Unit 6, Berlin, Maryland in Worcester County. The June 28, 2010 fire was dispatched at approximately 8:08 pm. First arriving fire units reported light smoke inside the residence. Fire units discovered a fire located inside an interior wall. The occupant of the unit advised just prior to observing the smoke, a lightning strike hit near the structure. The fire was contained to the area of origin and was quickly extinguished by firefighters from the Berlin and Showell Volunteer Fire Companies. The fire was determined to have been caused by a lightning strike. No injuries were reported. Anyone with additional questions is asked to contact Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens at 410-632-5666 x 2 or at
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June 20, 2010 - Commercial Building Fire in Ocean City |
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Written by Matt Owens
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Monday, 21 June 2010 09:33 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office has investigated a commercial building fire at Waterman’s Seafood located at 12505 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, Maryland in Worcester County. The June 20, 2010 fire was dispatched at approximately 2:13 pm by Ocean City Communications. First arriving fire units reported smoke in the building from a dryer fire. The fire was contained to the dryer with no extension into the building. Ocean City EMS treated several occupants of the building on the scene for smoke inhalation but all refused to be transported to the hospital. Waterman’s Seafood was reopened for business approximately an hour after the fire. The cause of the fire is listed as accidental and was caused by a malfunctioning clothes dryer. Anyone with any additional questions is asked to contact Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens at 410-632-5666 x 2 or at
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June 24, 2010 - Molotov Cocktail Causes Outside Fire in Berlin |
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Written by Matt Owens
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Thursday, 24 June 2010 13:17 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a reported outside fire at 10401 Trappe Road, Berlin, Maryland in Worcester County. The June 24, 2010 fire was dispatched at approximately 1:36 am. First arriving fire units reported fire showing in the middle of the roadway. Fire units on the scene advised the fire was small in size and eventually self-extinguished. The investigation revealed several pieces of soot covered glass along with a burnt piece of cloth discovered in this same area. The fire was determined to have been caused by the use of a “Molotov Cocktail.” No injuries were reported. Anyone with any additional information is asked to contact Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens at 410-632-5666 x 2 or at
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June 17, 2010 - Kitchen Fire with Burn Injuries in West Ocean City |
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Written by Matt Owens
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Thursday, 17 June 2010 14:29 |
 The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office has investigated a kitchen fire with a burn injury at 12907 Pine Street, Apartment A-2, Ocean City, Maryland. The fire was dispatched as an EMS call at approximately 12:00 pm. EMS units arrived on the scene found a 21 year old male with burn injuries to his right arm and left leg. EMS personnel further observed fire damage to the kitchen area of the apartment. Ocean City EMS transported the subject with burn injuries, Philip Hudson, to Atlantic General Hospital where he was treated for second and third degree burns to his right arm and third degree burns to his left leg. It was determined a pot of grease was left unattended on the kitchen stove and the grease ignited. Mr. Hudson attempted to extinguish the fire by placing the pot of grease in the kitchen sink and running water over the pot of burning grease. The cause of the fire is listed as accidental and the investigation is closed. Anyone with any additional questions is asked to contact Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens at 410-632-5666 x 2 or at
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