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For Each Order placed using the QR Codes or Link below - 30% goes back to the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department
Let’s rally together and raise some funds!
Every day, these brave men and women put their lives on the line. The cost to do that on a personal level, does not have a dollar amount attached to it. But to able to provide our community with a great service comes with a huge dollar amount.
The Price of a Medic Unit - $225,000 and up, a Fire Engine - $700,000 and up, Specialty Pieces like a Rescue Squad, Tower, Tankers or Trucks - $1,000,000 and up. That does not even include tools and other equipment that have to beplaced on the vehicles.
Let’s show them how much we appreciate their dedication and fearless work by giving back in a BIG way!
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Support SFDFD!!
For Each Order placed using the QR Codes or Link below - 30% goes back to the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department
Let’s rally together and raise some funds!
Every day, these brave men and women put their lives on the line. The cost to do that on a personal level, does not have a dollar amount attached to it. But to able to provide our community with a great service comes with a huge dollar amount.
The Price of a Medic Unit - $225,000 and up, a Fire Engine - $700,000 and up, Specialty Pieces like a Rescue Squad, Tower, Tankers or Trucks - $1,000,000 and up. That does not even include tools and other equipment that have to beplaced on the vehicles.
Let’s show them how much we appreciate their dedication and fearless work by giving back in a BIG way!
https://www.pamperedchef.com/pws/ebonacci/
16th Annual Sykesville National Night Out
Vice President David Kreimer, July 24
16th Annual Sykesville National Night Out
Hosted by the Sykesville Police Department, Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department and the Freedom District Lions Club
August 5, 2025
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (rain or shine)
Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department Grounds
Free food, drinks, snow cones, face -painting, giveaways and much more!
For more information, contact Paula Shiloh @ 443-375-6645 ... (Full Story & Photos)
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16th Annual Sykesville National Night Out
Vice President David Kreimer, July 24
16th Annual Sykesville National Night Out
Hosted by the Sykesville Police Department, Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department and the Freedom District Lions Club
August 5, 2025
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (rain or shine)
Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department Grounds
Free food, drinks, snow cones, face -painting, giveaways and much more!
For more information, contact Paula Shiloh @ 443-375-6645 ... (Full Story & Photos)
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In Memoriam: Life Member Glenn Edward Whiteman
Vice President David Kreimer, June 26
The members of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department are saddened to share the passing of our brother and friend, Glenn Whitman. He was a life member and recently became our oldest Living Member in the department. Since joining he has supported the department and the community in multiple ways, driving ambulances and fire engines. He assisted with the dedication of the department when we ... (Full Story & Photos)
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In Memoriam: Life Member Glenn Edward Whiteman
Vice President David Kreimer, June 26
The members of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department are saddened to share the passing of our brother and friend, Glenn Whitman. He was a life member and recently became our oldest Living Member in the department. Since joining he has supported the department and the community in multiple ways, driving ambulances and fire engines. He assisted with the dedication of the department when we ... (Full Story & Photos)
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SFDFD Annual Carnival 2025
Vice President David Kreimer, June 17
The Volunteers of the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support you showed at our Annual Carnival, and we would like to Thank You all for coming out, participating in the activities, and creating such a vibrant and joyful atmosphere. Your support means the world to us, and we couldn't have done it without you.
Here are the Winners from the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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SFDFD Annual Carnival 2025
Vice President David Kreimer, June 17
The Volunteers of the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support you showed at our Annual Carnival, and we would like to Thank You all for coming out, participating in the activities, and creating such a vibrant and joyful atmosphere. Your support means the world to us, and we couldn't have done it without you.
Here are the Winners from the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Two Treated Following Circle Drive House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, March 08
On Saturday, March 8, 2025 at approximately 6:15 a.m., Sykesville and mutual aid units were alerted for the reported house fire with possible entrapment on Circle Drive off of Route 32.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a fire in a basement recreational room. One occupant had exited the home while another was still inside. Firefighters removed the occupant and placed both into the care of EMS. Both ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Two Treated Following Circle Drive House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, March 08
On Saturday, March 8, 2025 at approximately 6:15 a.m., Sykesville and mutual aid units were alerted for the reported house fire with possible entrapment on Circle Drive off of Route 32.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a fire in a basement recreational room. One occupant had exited the home while another was still inside. Firefighters removed the occupant and placed both into the care of EMS. Both ... (Full Story & Photos)
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In Memoriam: Life Member W. Brian Bowman
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 26
The members of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department are saddened to share the passing of our brother and friend, Brian Bowman. He was a life member of the department and served faithfully in recent years as our vice president and co-chair of our annual carnival. Most importantly, he cared deeply about his department and his community, and his service reflected such.
Brian, thank you for ... (Full Story & Photos)
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In Memoriam: Life Member W. Brian Bowman
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 26
The members of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department are saddened to share the passing of our brother and friend, Brian Bowman. He was a life member of the department and served faithfully in recent years as our vice president and co-chair of our annual carnival. Most importantly, he cared deeply about his department and his community, and his service reflected such.
Brian, thank you for ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Squad, Medic Crews Rescue Injured Sledder
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf & Firefighter Kaitlyn Dale, January 06
On Monday, January 6, at approximately 12:15 p.m., Medic 127, Utility 12 and Rescue Squad 12 responded for the report of an injured person off of Macbeth Way in the area of Saddle Drive.
Arriving units found a teenaged male at the bottom of a hill who was apparently hurt while sled riding with friends.
Chief 12 arrived on the scene and requested the crew of Rescue Squad 12 to prepare a rope and ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Squad, Medic Crews Rescue Injured Sledder
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf & Firefighter Kaitlyn Dale, January 06
On Monday, January 6, at approximately 12:15 p.m., Medic 127, Utility 12 and Rescue Squad 12 responded for the report of an injured person off of Macbeth Way in the area of Saddle Drive.
Arriving units found a teenaged male at the bottom of a hill who was apparently hurt while sled riding with friends.
Chief 12 arrived on the scene and requested the crew of Rescue Squad 12 to prepare a rope and ... (Full Story & Photos)
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All photos by FF Kaitlyn Dale
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Rescue Squad Takes In Howard County House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 05
At approximately 8:20 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, our new Rescue Squad 12 was dispatched to assist Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services on the house fire on Kingston Court in West Friendship Volunteer Fire Department’s response area.
A crew of six comprised of Sykesville volunteers and Carroll County Department of Fire and EMS of Maryland career staff responded. Upon arrival, they ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Rescue Squad Takes In Howard County House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 05
At approximately 8:20 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, our new Rescue Squad 12 was dispatched to assist Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services on the house fire on Kingston Court in West Friendship Volunteer Fire Department’s response area.
A crew of six comprised of Sykesville volunteers and Carroll County Department of Fire and EMS of Maryland career staff responded. Upon arrival, they ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Sykesville Assists On Woodbine Road House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 05
Shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, Sykesville units were alerted to assist Winfield on the reported house fire in the 5800 block of Woodbine Road.
Arriving units found three vehicles on fire in the driveway with fire extension into the garage. Crews immediately went to work on attacking the fire from the exterior as a water supply down the 1800' lane was established. Sykesville's Engine ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Sykesville Assists On Woodbine Road House Fire
Public Information Officer Bill Rehkopf, January 05
Shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, Sykesville units were alerted to assist Winfield on the reported house fire in the 5800 block of Woodbine Road.
Arriving units found three vehicles on fire in the driveway with fire extension into the garage. Crews immediately went to work on attacking the fire from the exterior as a water supply down the 1800' lane was established. Sykesville's Engine ... (Full Story & Photos)
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LISTEN LIVE TO CARROLL COUNTY, MD FIRE COMMUNICATIONS
(CLICK HERE)
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department to preserve life and property, promote public safety and foster economic growth through leadership, management and actions, as an all risk life safety response provider.
LISTEN LIVE TO CARROLL COUNTY, MD FIRE COMMUNICATIONS
(CLICK HERE)
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department to preserve life and property, promote public safety and foster economic growth through leadership, management and actions, as an all risk life safety response provider.
| 2024 Call Stats |
| FIRE | EMS |
| January | 75 | 276 |
| February | 61 | 254 |
| March | 83 | 281 |
| April | 70 | 299 |
| May | 74 | 253 |
| June | 93 | 258 |
| July | 64 | 266 |
| August | 87 | 266 |
| September | 49 | 246 |
| October | | |
| November | | |
| December | | |
| Total | 656 | 2399 |
| 2024 Unit Run Stats |
| Unit | Responses |
| Medic 127 | 907 |
| Medic 128 | 1,040 |
| Medic 129 | 229 |
| Engine 123 | 531 |
| Engine 124 | 102 |
| Tower 12 | 87 |
| Squad 12 | 15 |
| Duty 12 | 105 |
| Utility 12 | 53 |
| Brush 125 | 14 |
| ATV-12 | 11 |
| Total | 2055 |
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| 2024 Call Stats |
| FIRE | EMS |
| January | 75 | 276 |
| February | 61 | 254 |
| March | 83 | 281 |
| April | 70 | 299 |
| May | 74 | 253 |
| June | 93 | 258 |
| July | 64 | 266 |
| August | 87 | 266 |
| September | 49 | 246 |
| October | | |
| November | | |
| December | | |
| Total | 656 | 2399 |
| 2024 Unit Run Stats |
| Unit | Responses |
| Medic 127 | 907 |
| Medic 128 | 1,040 |
| Medic 129 | 229 |
| Engine 123 | 531 |
| Engine 124 | 102 |
| Tower 12 | 87 |
| Squad 12 | 15 |
| Duty 12 | 105 |
| Utility 12 | 53 |
| Brush 125 | 14 |
| ATV-12 | 11 |
| Total | 2055 |
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Jan 05, 2024 - Dec 31, 2030
