Welcome to the Official Website of the Silver Spring Fire Department

Silver Spring Fire Department Celebrates 100 Years
of Community Service and Saving Lives!

1915 - 2015
 

Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department, known as the Silver Spring Fire Department (SSFD), is an organization of volunteer personnel providing emergency medical, fire and rescue services to the greater Silver Spring area. This is done in partnership with Montgomery County's Division of Operations paid staff.

During 2014, the three Silver Spring fire stations (1, 16 and 19) responded to almost 16,000 unit calls. These responses were for EMS, fire and other emergencies.  These services are provided by firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians who have been trained and certified according to Maryland State and Montgomery County standards.

Volunteers provide significant support in providing these services. With dedication and training, you too can join us in the exciting work of serving the community and providing help during the most desperate times. To volunteer you must be at least 18 years old, pass a physical examination and criminal background check, and be willing to complete the appropriate level of training (there is a cadet program for those under 18). We provide uniforms, protective clothing and training at no cost to you. For more information, please go to our Membership Page or email us at info@silverspringvfd.org.

The Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department is committed to reducing injuries in our community. If you or your organization is interested in learning more about what we do or participating in a Life Safety Program please contact the director at lifesafety@silverspringvfd.org.     For inquiries about CPR or first aid training please send a request to lifesafetytraining@silverspringvfd.org.  

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Alfaro Blood Drive - Give the Gift of Life - October 26th - Station 716 News Desk, October 22 In Memory of Fire Fighters Carlos Alfaro, Sr. and Carlos Alfaro, Jr. There will be an Annual Blood Drive at Fire Station 16 Saturday, October 26, 2019 8AM – 2PM 111 University Blvd. E. Silver Spring, MD Click on the link to schedule your blood donation http://bit.do/alfaroblooddrive or call Steve Mann at 240-438-2461... (Full Story & Photos)

Passing of Michael J. Roberts News Desk, July 09 The President and Board of Trustees of the Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department regrets to notify its members of the passing of life member, Michael J. Roberts. Mr. Roberts has been a member of the Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department for 42 years. He served the Citizens of Montgomery County, Maryland during this time. Service information and obituary can be found at www.colefuneral.com.... (Full Story & Photos)

New PE 716 News Desk, July 02 SSFD is happy to announce the upcoming arrival of our new engine (PE 716)!! The engine will go into service summer 2019. We are also excited to announce that Stations 1 and 19 will be receiving new engines by the end of the year!!... (Full Story & Photos)

FS19 New Kitchen Administrative Brooke Thompson, December 26 SSFD is proud to announce the completion of the kitchen renovation at FS19. ... (Full Story & Photos)

New A701B Administrative Brooke Thompson, July 25 SSFD is excited and pleased to announce the purchase of our new ambulance - A701B. While we are still awaiting a few items to be installed we expect to be up and running this fall. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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From Chief Alan Brunacini (ret), Tactical Tidbits, June 2010 Fire Engineering:

"Lightweight construction kills you when it falls on you. It's not light at all."

From Gary Briese:

"Don't depend on external rewards. So find something you can be proud to do whether you're rewarded or not. It's a lifetime process."