Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

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We are a volunteer Fire and Rescue organization that provides services to Calvert County with mutual aid to Prince George's County and Anne Arundel county.

The Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad is a 100% all-volunteer fire/rescue/EMS department serving the citizens of Calvert County, Anne Arundel County, and Prince George's County, Maryland. We provide our services with the use of two Class A Pumpers, a 100 foot aerial ladder, a heavy Rescue Squad capable of technical rope rescue and water rescue, a 3000 gal. water tanker, two brush truck vehicles, two BLS Certified ambulances, and support vehicles. This department prides itself in dedication, training, and perfection. Thank you for checking out our page.

09/14/2026

The Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department is incredibly proud of one of our members, Declan Ryan, as he continues an exciting new chapter in his service to others.

Declan successfully completed U.S. Army Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood on September 8 and has now moved on to Fort Sam Houston, where he will begin training to become a Combat Medic.

Serving your community takes dedication, discipline, and a willingness to put others before yourself — qualities Declan has already demonstrated as a member of Dunkirk VFD. We are proud to see him carry that same commitment forward as he serves our country.

Please join us in congratulating Declan on completing boot camp and wishing him continued success during Combat Medic training.

Congratulations, Declan! Your Dunkirk VFD family is proud of you! 🇺🇸🚒

09/11/2026

Dunkirk VFD is Ready for Superhero Sunday 2026!

Join the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department this weekend at the upcoming Calvert County Parks & Recreation event. We are thrilled to participate and hope to see everyone there for a fantastic day designed for all ages.

Sunday, Sept. 13
10am-1pm
Ward Farm Recreation & Nature Park

This is a FREE community event that includes super games, activities, a touch-a-truck spectacular, and the chance to meet local heroes from around Calvert County. Don't forget to wear your favorite superhero best and keep your camera ready for plenty of great photo opportunities.

https://www.dunkirk5.com/news/375/Dunkirk-VFD-is-Ready-for-Superhero-Sunday-2026

08/22/2026

🍁🚒 Falling into Fire Prevention: A Community & Family Event! 🚒🍁

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family out for an afternoon of autumn fun and essential safety tips! Join Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department for our Falling into Fire Prevention event.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department (3170 West Ward Rd., Dunkirk, MD 20754)

What to Expect:

🔥 Fire safety demonstrations
🎃 Fall-themed activities for all ages
🛍️ Local vendors
🚒 Fire truck displays and more!

Learn today and live safely all season long. We can’t wait to see our wonderful community there!

Tag your neighbors, share this post, and help us spread the word!

08/15/2026

🚨 THE DUNKIRK VFD YARD SALE IS UNDERWAY! 🚨

Come out and see us TODAY from 7:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department!

🛍️ Tons of yard sale finds & local vendors
☕️ Coffee Available
🚒 Support your local volunteer fire department
☀️ Rain or shine!

There’s still plenty of time to stop by, shop around, grab something to eat, and support the community!

📍 Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department
⏰ 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Come find your next treasure and support Dunkirk VFD while you’re here! 🚒❤️

08/08/2026

Today around 1700 hours while doing some TLC on Engine 5-2 after its return from Seagrave, crews noticed a Black smoke column coming from the top of the hill. Moments after Area Box 5-04 was sounded for “The Building Fire” Engine, Squad and Tanker hit the road simultaneously. Engine 5-1 arrived to find a 1 Story Type 2 Burger King with smoke showing from the roof top. Crews located a fire in the exhaust vent on the roof and extinguished the same, no further extension was found, crews operated for just around an hour. Chief 5A held the command.

08/05/2026

National Night Out – Shores of Calvert

Last night, the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department was proud to participate in National Night Out with the Shores of Calvert community.

Members staffed Engine 51, Rescue Squad 5, Tanker 5, Brush 5, and Deputy Chief 5, giving residents the opportunity to meet their volunteers, explore the apparatus, ask questions, and learn more about the services we provide. As always, the kids stole the show—climbing aboard the trucks, checking out the equipment, and making memories with our members.

Events like National Night Out are a great reminder that strong communities are built on relationships. We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our neighbors, promote public safety, and share what it means to serve the Dunkirk community.

A big thank you to the Shores of Calvert community for inviting us and to everyone who stopped by to say hello. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

🚒 Engine 51
🚑 Rescue Squad 5
💧 Tanker 5
🌿 Brush 5
⭐ Deputy Chief 5

08/04/2026

🚒 New Gear, Same Commitment to Excellence 🚒

A big thank you to Arundel Leatherworks for outfitting the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department with more than 35 custom radio straps for our apparatus.

From the initial order to delivery, their professionalism, attention to detail, craftsmanship, and quick turnaround time made the entire process seamless. Every strap was customized to our specifications, and the finished product speaks for itself—they look outstanding.

This has been a need within our department for quite some time, and we’re excited to finally have these in service. Not only do they provide a professional appearance, but they’ll serve our members well for years to come.

Thank you again to the team at Arundel Leatherworks for delivering a quality product and making this project such a success. We appreciate your support of the fire service!

08/03/2026

🎉 WE'RE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! 🎉

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who signed up to be a seller or vendor at our Dunkirk Firehouse Community Yard Sale & Vendor Market! We are incredibly grateful for the amazing response and can't wait to see everyone on Saturday, August 15!

Now we need your help one more time!

📣 Please keep sharing the event with your family, friends, neighbors, and local community groups. The more shoppers we bring through the doors, the better it is for our sellers, vendors, and our fire department fundraiser.

Come out and shop for furniture, home décor, clothing, toys, handmade items, baked goods, boutique products, and so much more—all while supporting your local volunteer fire department!

Thank you again for making this event such a success before it has even begun. We can't wait to see everyone on August 15!

07/20/2026

🚨 LESS THAN 2 WEEKS TO GO! ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT! 🚨

Our Dunkirk Firehouse Community Yard Sale & Vendor Market is almost here, and we're down to our LAST 3 vendor/seller spaces!

If you've been thinking about cleaning out the garage, selling handmade items, promoting your small business, or making some extra cash, now is the time to reserve your spot.

🛍 Saturday, August 15, 2026
📍 Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department – Engine Bay & Banquet Hall
🕖 Shopping: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🚪 Vendor/Seller Setup: 6:30 AM
💲 Only $20 per space (seller spaces include one table)

This is a great opportunity to earn some extra money while helping support your local volunteer fire department.

⏳ Only 3 spaces remain, and they're expected to fill quickly! Spaces are reserved on a first-paid, first-served basis.

To reserve one of the last available spots, contact:

Brittany Darmstead
📧 [email protected]

Address

3170 W Ward Road
Dunkirk, MD
20754

Telephone

(301) 855-8895

Website

http://www.dunkirk5.com/, https://youtu.be/cDQ77WjedCU?si=MEFYWLkGe4_9svn5

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