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Maryland Fire Departments

Washington-Baltimore corridor with strong volunteer tradition and career departments.

Baltimore City and Montgomery County recruiting paramedics and lieutenants.

Showing all 4 departments in Maryland.
Department breakdown
Total departments4
Municipal1
Combination3

Baltimore City Fire Department

Municipal

Baltimore, Maryland

  • Stations: 37+ coverage
  • Staffing: 1,850 career firefighters
  • Specialty units: Port operations, technical rescue, hazmat response
  • Established: 1859
📞 (410) 396-3100🌐 Official site

Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service

Combination

Rockville, Maryland

  • Stations: 38+ coverage
  • Staffing: 1,300 career & volunteer firefighters
  • Specialty units: Technical rescue, hazmat operations, swift water rescue
📞 (240) 777-2400🌐 Official site

Prince George's County Fire/EMS

Combination

Largo, Maryland

  • Stations: 45+ coverage
  • Staffing: 800 career & volunteer firefighters
  • Specialty units: Technical rescue, EMS transport, hazmat operations
📞 (301) 883-5200🌐 Official site

Anne Arundel County Fire Department

Combination

Millersville, Maryland

  • Stations: 33+ coverage
  • Staffing: 600 career & volunteer firefighters
  • Specialty units: Maritime operations, technical rescue, EMS transport
📞 (410) 222-8300🌐 Official site

About Maryland Fire Departments

Maryland has 4 featured fire departments ranging from large metropolitan agencies to smaller volunteer organizations. These departments serve communities across the state with diverse operational needs and specialties.

The state's fire service includes approximately 79% of departments that operate as combination or volunteer organizations, reflecting the strong tradition of community-based emergency services throughout Maryland.

Washington-Baltimore corridor with strong volunteer tradition and career departments. Many departments are actively recruiting and expanding their capabilities to meet growing community needs.