Aberdeen Fire Department, Inc.

⚠️🚫 OPEN AIR BURN BAN IN EFFECT 🚫⚠️

Harford County residents are reminded that open burning is prohibited from June 1 through August 31. Please see the information below and help us keep our community safe this summer.

Tonight at 2028 hrs, the Aberdeen Fire Department was alerted for a mutual aid response to Abingdon for a reported structure (townhouse) fire in the 100 block of Laurel Woods Court.

Engine 214 and Chief 2-1 responded immediately after clearing a local medical call and arrived on scene at 2041 hrs. Engine 214 was assigned as the RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) Engine, standing by to support firefighter safety and emergency rescue operations if needed.

Crews remained on scene assisting until being released at 2108 hrs.

🚒💙 April is Autism Awareness Month 💙🚒

This April, our department proudly stands in support of Autism Awareness Month—a time to recognize, understand, and celebrate individuals on the autism spectrum and the families who support them every day.

As first responders, we are committed to serving everyone in our community with compassion, patience, and respect. We understand that emergency situations can be especially overwhelming for individuals with autism, and we continue to train and grow so we can better meet their unique needs.

We encourage our community to join us in promoting acceptance, inclusion, and kindness—not just this month, but every day. A little understanding can make a big difference. 💙

If your family has specific needs or would like to connect with our department to help us better serve you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you.

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Sign up for this free course held at our House 1! Civilian Emergency Preparedness is a great way to not only keep you and your family safe, but your neighbors and community 💪

Can you do CPR or use an AED if someone goes into cardiac arrest? Do you know how to stop a serious bleed? Do you have an emergency kit ready, or know what goes into one? Find out how you can be prepared, at our next Prepare Because You Care class, four Wednesdays in May at Aberdeen Fire Department, Inc.

The mornings still feel the chill but as the rest of the day gets warmer here are some safety tips for everyone itching to start Spring Cleaning! ☀️

1. Prevent fires caused by flammable liquids
~Have a designated location that is dry and out of the sun
~Properly use and store gasoline for all the lawn equipment
~Carefully dispose of rags with paint and oil on them, the are
known to spontaneously ignite causing a fire
2. Inspect grills to ensure they are in good working order
3. Keep debris well away from the home to prevent damage or
possible fire exposure
4. Clean out your dryer vents

Stay safe and know warmer weather is coming!

More information and source:

As warmer weather nears, NFPA offers 6 key tips to safely tackle spring cleaning | NFPA As people prepare to spring clean around their homes, NFPA highlights six ways to help minimize the risk of fires and associated hazards.

At approximately 1:15am this morning, Aberdeen Fire Department was dispatched for Mutual Aid to assist SHCO. E214 arrived 3rd due engine and deployed attack hose line and made the push inside the structure for extinguishment and rescue operations.

At approximately 10:20am Aberdeen Fire Department was dispatched for an electrical emergency with visible smoke inside at an address on W Bel Air. Chief 2 arrived along with E214 and found smoke inside with active fire in the floor between the basement and 1st floor. A full Fire Box was requested and the fire was extinguished. Special thanks to the mutual aid companies that responded.
Abingdon Fire Company - MD
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Hey Aberdeen Friends! Please stay home and off the roads. We appreciate you. Thanks and stay safe.