Cape St. Claire Volunteer Fire Company

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Cape St. Claire Volunteer Fire Company

Cape St.

Claire Volunteer Fire Company is a combination Fire Department consisting of over 35 riding volunteers, supplemented by four 24-hour shifts of 5 career personnel per shift (shift begins at 0700 hours). CSCVFC operates with both county owned and volunteer owned equipment to include two engines, a tanker, a BLS unit, a chief's car, a brush truck, and utility vehicle.

06/19/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY!!!

This weekend is the official start of summer!! Just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean the water is warm.

Cold water shock can happen even during the summer months. Sudden immersion in cold water can cause:
🌊 Gasping and panic
🌊 Trouble breathing
🌊 Muscle weakness
🌊 Exhaustion within minutes

Many local waterways stay much colder than the air temperature, even on the hottest days.

Tips to stay safe:
🛟 Enter the water slowly when possible
🛟 Never swim alone
🛟 Keep a close eye on children near the water
When boating
🛟 Always wear a life jacket

06/12/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY!!!

FLAG DAY IS THIS WEEKEND 🇺🇸

The American flag has been modified 27 times since 1777.
Did you know that every part of the American flag has a special meaning?
⭐ The 50 stars represent the 50 states in the United States.
🔴⚪ The 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.
🟥 Red symbolizes valor and bravery.
⬜ White symbolizes purity and innocence.
🟦 Blue symbolizes vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
📅 Flag Day is celebrated on June 14 because on that day in 1777, the Second Continental Congress adoption of the United States flag approved the first official American flag.

There is a U.S. Flag Code that provides guidance on the respectful display and handling of the flag. Check It out
https://www.va.gov/opa/publications/celebrate/flagdisplay.pdf

06/11/2026

** pending**

Anyone looking for an outside storage shed? It is 10 x 12 and 8’ high. $100.

It’s located at the firehouse and needs to be gone by Sunday afternoon 6/14.

** also posted on the I Live in CSC page **

06/05/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY!

An AED can save a life in the first few minutes of a cardiac emergency. Do you know where the closest one is?

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout our community in places like:
🏫 Schools
🏢 Office buildings
🛒 Shopping centers
🏋️ Gyms & community centers
⛪ Churches and public facilities

You can quickly find publicly accessible AEDs using the PulsePoint app. The app helps users locate nearby AEDs and can even alert CPR-trained citizens to cardiac emergencies happening close by.

❤️⚡Take a FREE CPR/AED class with us. Email [email protected] to register
Saturday, June 20
10am Friends and Family
1pm Friends & Family in Spanish
Sunday, June 28
4 pm Friends & Family
📱 Download PulsePoint today and be prepared to help save a life.

🚒 Seconds matter. Awareness saves lives.

05/29/2026

Brush 19 is used for special events, brush fires, wires down calls, and as a medical first responder when other units are not available. Brush 19 can also be used to access areas too tight for a full size fire engine such as a parking garage or winding rural driveway.

Want to know more about our mini-workhorse?
2012 ford F-450
225 gallon water tank
360 gpm diesel powered fire pump
9000 pound winch mountable to all 4 sides

We have outgrown our current station, so it is currently stored at Riva VFD when not in use until our new station is built. But be on the look out, you will likely see it during storms and parades.

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend, it is a time to reflect on the courage, dedication, and selflessness of those who gave everything for our freedom.

From all of us at the Cape St. Claire Volunteer Fire Company we thank those who served and sacrificed.

We will never forget.

05/22/2026

Fun Fact Friday - Memorial Day Weekend Safety

Did you know?
Just 6 inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet, and 12 inches can carry away a vehicle. Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

As we head into a rainy Memorial Day weekend, keep these safety tips in mind:

✅ Slow down on wet roads
✅ Watch children closely around pools & water
✅ Charge phones and flashlights in case of storms
✅ As the weather clears remember to keep grills at least 10 feet from homes & decks
✅ Never leave campfires unattended

Whether you’re traveling, grilling, or relaxing at home, our department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

❤️🎖️ We also pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country 🚒

05/15/2026

⚓️ Fun Fact Friday + National Safe Boating Week 🚤

May 16–22 is National Safe Boating Week, and here’s your reminder from the members of the Cape St. Claire Volunteer Fire Company:

Did you know?
🌊 Most boating accidents happen on nice days with calm water.
🦺 The #1 lifesaving tool on any boat is a properly fitted life jacket.
📱 Filing a float plan and carrying a charged phone or marine radio can save critical time in an emergency.

As boating season kicks off around the Bay, our crews are always ready to respond.
A few simple safety steps can make all the difference.
✅ Wear your life jacket
✅ Boat sober, just like on the road impaired driving is illegal
✅ Check the weather before heading out
✅ Keep an eye on everyone onboard, especially children

Have fun, stay safe, and we’ll see you on the water this summer! 🌞🚒

05/11/2026

Thank you for joining us at the 2026 CSCVFC Touch-A-Truck event!

A special thank you to our participants:
Annapolis trolley
Broadneck library
Chesapeake charter
Chesapeake excavator
Davey tree service
Department of natural resources (police, fire, and fisheries)
Earleigh Heights volunteer fire company
Goode Companies Inc
H.E.A.R.T
High's
Kids Markets
Lifestar ambulance
Mark and Maureen Higgins
Maryland State Police
Motor vehicle academy
MTS trucking
Department of public works
Richard's tree care
Schuster concrete

And for keeping our bellies happy
Salt & Pepper BBQ Flipn' bowl
Kona ice Annapolis

05/08/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY!!!

Dalmatians played an important role in the fire service especially in the era of horse drawn fire engines.

Firefighters used dalmatians to run along side and ahead of the engines. The dogs acted like sirens by barking, alerting pedestrians to move out of the way. They also had a natural compatibility with the horses and would stay with the horses not only calming them down during the fires, but to keep thieves away who might try to come and steal them.

When motorized fire engines made Dalmatians' path-clearing role obsolete, firefighters kept them as mascots to honor their history. Though we do not have a companion of our own, we would love to see yours. Post a photo of your spotted hero below!

Address

1411 Cape St Claire Road
Annapolis, MD
21409

Telephone

+14107573434

Website

http://www.cscvfc.org/

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