The Baltimore County Fire Department says it has heard from many residents with questions about Maryland’s new smoke alarm law, which was signed in 2013 but includes some requirements that just took effect on January 1, 2018. The following fact sheet will clarify the regulation and what it means for residents of the state of Maryland. What the law requires […]
Crews are on the scene of a fire at a playground in Joppa. At just after 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, firefighters responded to the 200 block of Chell Road, 21085. At the scene, emergency personnel found playground equipment that was on fire. The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company has responded to the scene and is requesting assistance from the Maryland […]
Public fireworks displays are a great way to enjoy the summer holiday season. Here is a full list of dates and locations for fireworks displays that have been approved by the Baltimore County Fire Marshal’s Office. Additional displays will be added as the Fire Marshal issues permits. REMINDER: The use of backyard fireworks is illegal; some ground-based and hand-held sparklers […]
The Office of the State Fire Marshal says that a vehicle fire that broke out at the Joppa Park and Ride early Wednesday morning may be a case of arson. At about 12:45 a.m., firefighters responded to the scene just off of Interstate 95 and found a pickup truck engulfed in flames. Four firefighters from the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company […]
