Hose Training
3/9/2026
On Monday, March 9, 2026, members of the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company gathered at the station for our bi-weekly company training. This week’s drill focused on different hose diameters, their capabilities, and how each is used during fireground operations. This drill was handled by Chief Darling.
Dwelling Fire - Edmore Road, Chestertown (Queen Anne's)
3/7/2026
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 5:07 am, the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched as automatic mutual aid to the Church Hill Volunteer Fire Company for the Structure Fire in the 100 block of Edmore Road, Chester Harbor, Queen Annes County. First arriving was Church Hill VFC Engine-Tanker 5, with smoke showing.
Dodgeball Kingdom 2026
3/7/2026
On Saturday, March 7th members of the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company traded in hoses and gear for dodgeballs as we participated in the Dodgeball Kingdom 2026 charity event at the Kent County Family YMCA.
Controlled Burn - Talbot Boulevard, Chestertown
3/1/2026
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the request of a contractor clearing woodland for a housing development project, the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company assisted with the prescription burn of natural waste material. Because of the size of the primary or main pile, the Kent County Health Department had requested fire suppression units stand by while the burn is started. (The Kent County Health Department regulates all “Open Burning” in the county.)