Hagerstown Professional Fire Fighters Local 1605

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IAFF Local 1605 proudly represents the Professional Firefighters of Hagerstown and Washington County, Maryland.

The IAFF Local 1605 is the exclusive labor organization representing the career fire fighters of the Hagerstown Fire Department. Our organization promotes a safe and healthy working environment for its members by the establishment of just and reasonable working conditions. The members of Local 1605 respond to over 2,000 emergency calls per annum, protect approximately 10.7 square miles, and serve nearly 40,000 citizens.

11/03/2026

Today is the day we've all been waiting for: Election Day! Get out there and vote! No matter your choice, this election will have lasting impacts for our community!

Please consider voting for our endorsed candidates!

Delegate - Matthew J. Schindler - District 2B
Senator Paul Corderman
Friends of Jeff Cline
Dan Young 4 County Commissioner
Washington County for Taj Smith
and Randy Leatherman!

10/23/2026

🚨 ENDORSEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

The Professional Firefighters of Hagerstown & Washington County, IAFF Local 1605, proudly endorse Senator Paul Corderman for reelection to the Maryland State Senate, District 2.

Our members know how decisions in Annapolis affect emergency services here at home. Safe staffing, fair wages and benefits, collective bargaining rights, and the resources needed to protect our communities remain priorities for Local 1605.

We look forward to working with Senator Corderman to advance these priorities and strengthen fire and EMS services throughout Washington County.

Join Local 1605 in supporting Paul Corderman for State Senate, District 2!

Senator Paul Corderman
Professional Fire Fighters of Maryland
IAFF 4th District Vice President Andrew Pantelis
International Association of Fire Fighters

10/22/2026

Today begins ! Check the Washington County MD Board of Elections' website for voting locations: https://washingtoncountymdvotes.gov/

Early Voting runs until Thursday, October 29th. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm!

Please consider supporting our endorsed candidates - all have made very clear their support for an strong and efficient Fire/Rescue system in our County.

Professional Fire Fighters of Maryland
International Association of Fire Fighters
Delegate - Matthew J. Schindler - District 2B
Senator Paul Corderman
Washington County for Taj Smith
Friends of Jeff Cline
Dan Young 4 County Commissioner

10/20/2026

Yesterday, IAFF Local 1605 proudly celebrated the official grand opening of our union hall with an Open House and Meet the Candidates event!

One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was having our retired members participate in the ceremonial hanging of our IAFF charter. This special moment honored the generations of firefighters who helped build our Local and laid the foundation for where we are today.

We were also pleased to welcome candidates for local office who took the time to attend, meet with our members, and engage in conversations about the issues impacting firefighters, public safety, and the communities we serve. We appreciate their willingness to listen, answer questions, and take an interest in the men and women who serve Hagerstown and Washington County.

Our new union hall represents more than just a building. It represents the hard work, dedication, solidarity, and brotherhood of our members, past and present. It will serve as a place for our members to come together, advocate for our profession, and continue building a stronger future for Local 1605.

Thank you to our retirees, members, elected officials, and candidates who joined us for this important milestone!

10/06/2026

🚨 **ENDORSEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT** 🚨

The Professional Firefighters of Hagerstown & Washington County, **IAFF Local 1605**, proudly endorse **Matt Schindler for Maryland State Delegate, District 2B.** Delegate - Matthew J. Schindler - District 2B

Our endorsement reflects our commitment to strong Fire and EMS services, safe staffing, fair pay and benefits, and protecting the collective bargaining rights of the professionals who serve our community.

Decisions made in Annapolis directly affect our first responders and the communities we protect. We look forward to working with Matt to advance these priorities and ensure public safety remains a focus in Maryland.

**Join Local 1605 in supporting Matt Schindler for State Delegate, District 2B!**

10/06/2026

🚨 **ENDORSEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT** 🚨

The Professional Firefighters of Hagerstown & Washington County, **IAFF Local 1605**, proudly endorse **Taj Smith, independent candidate for Washington County Commissioner.** Washington County for Taj Smith

Our endorsement reflects our commitment to strong Fire and EMS services, safe staffing, fair pay and benefits, and protecting the collective bargaining rights of the professionals who serve our community.

We believe building productive relationships with future county leadership is essential to ensuring our first responders have the resources and support they need to keep Washington County safe. We look forward to working with Taj toward these priorities.

**Join Local 1605 in supporting Taj Smith for Washington County Commissioner!**

09/11/2026

25 years ago today, our nation changed forever.

On September 11, 2001, 343 FDNY firefighters answered their final alarm. They climbed the stairs while thousands were coming down. They knew the danger, yet continued forward because people needed them.

That courage, sacrifice, and commitment to duty remain at the heart of the fire service today.

IAFF Local 1605 remembers the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day, the firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, and other first responders who answered the call, and those who have since lost their lives from 9/11 related illnesses.

Here at home, Hagerstown is home to a 9/11 memorial, giving our community a place to honor those we lost and ensuring future generations understand the sacrifice made that day.

Today, we remember our fallen brothers and sisters, their families, and everyone whose life was forever changed.

343 firefighters. One final alarm. A sacrifice we will never forget.

Photo Credit: Herald Mail Media

08/01/2026

Washington County and Hagerstown crews remained busy throughout July 2026.

Firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs, across Washington County and the City of Hagerstown answered 3,450 Fire and EMS calls during July 2026 an average of 111 calls every day.

07/05/2026

Multiple Major Incidents Across Washington County

Emergency personnel are currently operating at several significant incidents throughout the county:

House Fire – Garis Shop Road (10 Box Area)
Firefighters are on scene working a residential structure fire.

Propane Leak – Clear Spring (4 Box Area)
Crews are operating at the scene of an outside propane leak and working to mitigate the hazard.

Tractor Trailer Rollover – Hancock (5 Box Area) I68 Westbound at the 72 Mile Marker Emergency crews are on scene of a tractor-trailer rollover. Expect delays and use caution while traveling through the area.

Please avoid these areas if possible to allow first responders room to work safely. As always, slow down and move over when approaching emergency vehicles.

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http://local1605.org/

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