Frederick County (MD) Fire & Rescue

13/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our newly promoted Chiefs! 🎉

Today, celebrated two outstanding leaders as they step into new roles in our Operations command staff.

🔥 Deputy Chief of Operations Troy Grossnickle
Chief Grossnickle joined as part of Recruit Class 5 in 2002. Over his 25-year career, he has served in the field as a firefighter and officer, in the Safety Office, and as a Battalion Chief in the Fire Marshal’s Office. For the last three years he served as the Assistant Chief of Operations, and he now moves up to lead as Deputy Chief of Operations.

🚑 Assistant Chief of Operations Michael Cole
Chief Cole began his 28-year career in 1999 as the first career Paramedic in the City of Frederick. After spending half his career in the field, he was promoted to Captain of EMS and went on to serve 13 years as the Battalion Chief of EMS. He now steps into the role of Assistant Chief of Operations.

Family and friends joined Chief Coe today to congratulate both Chiefs and pass the torch as they take on their new roles. Thank you both for your dedication and service to the residents and visitors of Frederick County.

11/11/2026

11:35am | I270NB at the 24MM | Tractor Trailer Fire | crews on scene with heavy fire from a tractor trailer | fire extended to field alongside I270 | 1 acre burned | driver evaluated and treated on scene for minor lacerations

11/11/2026

To our veterans past, present, and future — thank you for your commitment, bravery, and sacrifice to serve and protect our country. Today and everyday, we are grateful. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

09/11/2026

UPDATE 12:16am | Fire out | crews working on hotspots and overhaul | FM will handle investigation

11:45pm | Fire on the first floor is knocked | smoke still coming from the attic and roof line

11:30pm | 2 additional engines requested

11:14pm | crews getting water on the fire | Fire Task Force requested

11:04pm | 9100blk Travener Circle, Urbana | House Fire | units on scene with a vehicle on fire in a driveway with exposure to the front of the house | Smoke showing from all sides | Rapid Intervention Dispatch requested to bring more firefighters to the scene | all occupants out of the structure

06/11/2026

Study. Train. Repeat. 📚➡️💪➡️📚

is taking a quick break from their EMT books to hit the gym and the mats before getting back to National Registry prep. Strong minds, strong bodies. Keep grinding!

Jefferson County Commission, West Virginia

06/11/2026

Well, Binny the pleasure is ours! Thanks for being part of the Battery Brigade and helping spread the word about lithium-ion battery safety.🔋 We've had a blast; dare we say it's been electrifying! We're grateful for the all the great work the Frederick County (MD) Division of Solid Waste and Recycling does for our community. 💙

Don't worry, the Battery Brigade isn't going anywhere yet! We still have 8 collection dates this month. Next week's pickups are on Monday, 11/9 and Thursday, 11/12. Check out link in the comments to sign up! ⬇️📲

P.S. Binny - Those three wisps of facial hair sound like the beginning of a very distinguished mustache! 😂 Keep it growing!

-From The Desk of Binny S. Riciclaggio-

This October, I had the honor of serving with the Battery Brigade of Frederick County (MD) Fire & Rescue. Being teamed with a hodgepodge of some of the bravest people in Frederick County, who also knew the dangers of Lithium-Ion Batteries all too well. I learned so much, grew three whisps of facial hair, and learned some of the most colorful language.

This November, we're celebrating America Recycles Day on November 15th. But maybe today should be Battery Brigade Appreciation Day?

And boy, do we appreciate you all! You make me and the other blue bins, our team members, and the waste stream safer with your efforts. All of us here at the Division of Solid Waste and Recycling want to thank Chief Coe and the entire squad for their help.

With Respect,
Binny.

P.S. We still have opportunities to schedule your curbside pickup! Follow the link in the comments to do so!

03/11/2026

🚨Emergency Incident🚨

UPDATE | All lanes open

7pm | EMS transporting patient to the hangar | I70EB open and 2 lanes of I70WB closed

6:29pm | I70WB at Mile Marker 62 (New Market) | Motorcycle Accident | single driver in the roadway | Trooper 3 requested, landing on I70 | I70 both East and West closed

03/11/2026

UPDATE 5:45pm | Red Cross requested for 2 adults | occupant that was evaluated by EMS was a patient refusal

4:22pm | 10700blk Etzler Mill Rd, Woodsboro | House Fire with possible entrapment | crews arrived to see heavy smoke coming from the garage and requested a Rapid Intervention Dispatch to bring more firefighters | fire spread to first floor and basement | fire currently knocked and crews are checking for extension and hotspots | 1 occupant being evaluated by EMS | Fire Marshal and Animal Control requested

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween!🎃 Before you go out tonight, take a look at these safety tips from our friends at Frederick County Sheriff's Office, MD - Integrity Driven • Community Built!