Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department



2024 Incidents
January 174
February 149
March 162
April 158
May 165
June 208
July 182
August 165
September 160
October
November
December
Total 1523

Past Years
Year Runs
2023 2,146
2022 2,181
2021 2,181
2020 2,342
2019 2,535
2018 2,397
2017 2,162
2016 2,298
2015 2,283
2014 2,154
2013 2,046
2012 2,154
2011 2,230
2010 1,983

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March 29, 2016
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Visitors Today
Apr 24, 2026
441

Welcome to the Official Website of the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Inc.

 

 

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No Caption Earlier today, Engine 51, Tanker 5, and Chief 5A responded for the reported house fire on Box 2-12 in the area of Clay Hammond Road and Basswood Drive

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., April 14

Chief 2C arrived to find a 2-story home with heavy fire showing throughout. Units took their assigned positions and immediately went to work. Engine 51 assisted with fire attack operations on the second floor before being reassigned to extinguish fire in the garage. Tanker 5 assisted with water supply operations, while Chief 5A supported interior operations.

Dunkirk units operated on scene for ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Paddles Up, Dunkirk!

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., April 13

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Get ready for a fast-paced afternoon of prizes and community fun! We’re hosting a Quarter Auction to support the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, and you won’t want to miss it.
Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, come out and play—we’ll show you the ropes!
THE DEETS:
đź“… Sunday, May 17, 2026
đź•› Doors open at Noon | Auction starts at 1:00 PM
📍 Dunkirk VFD (3170 W. Ward Road)
HOW ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption This afternoon, units from the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene of a motorcycle by accident on northbound Southern Maryland Boulevard at the ramp to West Chesapeake Beach Rd

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., April 11

Crews arrived to find a single patient who is being airlifted to a local trauma center for treatment.

As the weather warms and more motorcycles return to the road, please stay alert, look twice, and help watch out for riders.

Use caution while traveling through the area as emergency personnel work on scene.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department is currently participating in a training burn hosted by Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department to train under live fire conditions

Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., April 11

Thank you to Company 6 for the invitation and the chance to work together in a realistic, hands-on environment that helps sharpen skills, strengthen coordination, and build the partnerships that are so important on the fireground.

Rescue Engine 5 and Tanker 5 are in attendance for the training, with an additional crew remaining in quarters to maintain coverage for our community.

Training opportunities ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Celebrate in Style at The King’s Quarters

EMT Erin Ward, April 07

Searching for the ideal venue for your next event? Discover The King’s Quarters — a place where celebrations of all kinds turn into lasting memories.

From wedding receptions and birthdays to baby showers, retirement parties, meetings, trainings, or even recurring classes, our versatile space is designed to fit your vision. Whether your event is elegant or casual, intimate or large, we’re ready to ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Ready, Set, Toss! Join Us for "Switch with a Twist" Cornhole

EMT Erin Ward, April 07

Ready to toss some bags for a great cause? 🔥 Join us for Switch with a Twist, a Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser supporting the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department!
• 📅 When: Sunday, April 12, 2026
• 📍 Where: Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department
• ⏰ Bags Fly: 12:30 PM
We’re running a Switcholio/Round Robin format with 4 rounds moving into a bracket. Don’t worry if you don’t have stamped bags—we’ll have ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption A Community Like No Other: Thank You for Your Support

EMT Erin Ward, April 04

Wow! We are absolutely blown away by the incredible support at our Fish Fry Fundraiser today.
Thanks to this amazing community, we sold out in less than 2 hours, serving up over 130 dinners!
We are so grateful for every person who stopped by, grabbed a meal, and chatted with our team. Every dollar raised goes directly back into supporting the Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, helping us stay equipped ... (Full Story & Photos)

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2026 Sportsman’s Bash SUCCESS

Past President Richard Peterson, March 22

Wow — what an incredible turnout for yesterday’s Sportsman’s Bash!

The Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department and Hunting With Jacob want to send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out, supported the event, and helped make the day such a tremendous success. The stellar attendance and overwhelming support from our community truly meant the world to us!

Pictures of the winning numbers have been posted. ... (Full Story & Photos)

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