Dwelling Fire - Birch Run Road, Chestertown
1/2/2026
On Friday, January 2, 2026, the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company, along with several mutual aid companies, was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 200 block of Birch Run Road. The incident occurred in the Mile Tree Village area of Chestertown, near Byford Heights.
2025 Statistical Report
1/1/2026
In 2025, Chestertown VFC responded to 749 calls for service, resulting in 842 individual unit responses. While we responded to 749 calls, not every call is a “fire.” Our members handle a wide range of emergencies, including motor vehicle collisions, unintentional fire alarm activations, wires down, and yes, even the occasional cat stuck in a tree.
December Top Responders
1/1/2026
Caleb Sadzinski, Doug Wilson, Ken Young, Bradley Joiner, Bruce Neal, and Larry Slagle
Chimney Fire - Worton Road, Worton
12/29/2025
On Monday, December 29, 2025, while members were participating in the final company-level drill of 2025, Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company, along with several mutual aid companies, was dispatched to a chimney fire in the 10400 block of Worton Road in Worton, just past the Eastman Chemical Plant.
Cold Water Suit Training
12/29/2025
On Monday, December 29, 2025, members of the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company took part in our final company-level drill of the year. This training focused on the proper use of our cold water rescue suits.