Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association

Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association Official page of Baltimore County Professional Firefighters & Paramedics Association, IAFF Local 1311. Sibiga, Jr.

The Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association has proudly represented the career members of the Baltimore County Fire Department since 1958. With a full Executive Board, we strive to serve as the liaison for communications with the County Administration on behalf of our membership. One obvious goal is to constantly improve the working conditions of our members (i.e., safety, environm

ent, benefits). As such, we are active in Local and State politics, community events and organizations, and public service programs. We are your brothers and sisters, your neighbors and friends, and we appreciate your support.

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🔥Happening Now - Our Members Working 🔥Just after 3:30 units were dispatched to box 20-15 in the unit block Holter Road f...
03/10/2026

🔥Happening Now - Our Members Working 🔥

Just after 3:30 units were dispatched to box 20-15 in the unit block Holter Road for a dwelling fire. Crews on location confirming working basement fire. First alarm companies include Engine 55, Engine 12, Engine 16, Engine and Truck 8, Engine 54 and Mutual Aid from 175.

Photo credit to a bystander.

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotion of the following member to the rank of EMS Capt...
03/08/2026

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉

Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotion of the following member to the rank of EMS Captain, effective March 7, 2026.

EMS Lieutenant Craig L. Hutton (center)

The promotion to EMS Captian, is significant, it is the highest rank within our Union. These members have dedicated years of their careers to honing their craft as EMS Lieutenants and as ALS clinicians. They will now go on to be in command of an entire shift within a geographical area or assume a role within the EMS Administration.


Today, we remember the life of Lieutenant Jeffrey S. Akers.Brother Akers died on March 6, 2022 in the line of duty. His ...
03/06/2026

Today, we remember the life of Lieutenant Jeffrey S. Akers.

Brother Akers died on March 6, 2022 in the line of duty.

His name was placed on the IAFF Memorial Wall in Colorado Springs in 2023.

Located in the shadow of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, the Memorial honors the sacrifice made by IAFF members who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Today, we remember the life of Firefighter Charles T. Friedel Brother Friedel died on March 3, 1979 in the line of duty....
03/03/2026

Today, we remember the life of Firefighter Charles T. Friedel

Brother Friedel died on March 3, 1979 in the line of duty.

“After helping to rescue a medic unit trapped in deep snow, Firefighter Charles T. Friedel, assigned to BCoFD Station 15/Eastview, suffered a fatal heart attack. Sadly, all resuscitation attempts were unsuccessful. Firefighter Charles Thomas Friedel was 35 years old and had served 14 years.”

Today, alongside family and friends, we paid final respects to Captain William “Luto” Lutostanski. Brother Lutostanski p...
02/25/2026

Today, alongside family and friends, we paid final respects to Captain William “Luto” Lutostanski.

Brother Lutostanski passed in the Line of Duty on February 17, from occupational cancer.

May Brother Luto, Rest In Peace

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire A...
02/20/2026

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉

Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire Apparatus Driver Operator effective February 21, 2026. (Post 3 of 3)

EMT/FF Brandon Porter
EMT/FF Anthony Rhodes
EMT/FF Steven Serrao
EMT/FF Dalton Yingling

The promotion to Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (FADO) signifies, time spent as an EMT/FF honing their skills, hundreds of hours of course work and hands on training. These members will go on to operate and drive apparatus at their respective station assignments.

Thank you to All Access Points Media and others for the photos of our members.


🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire A...
02/20/2026

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉

Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire Apparatus Driver Operator effective February 21, 2026. (Post 2 of 3)

EMT/FF Samuel Jean
EMT/FF Rebecca Karwacki
EMT/FF Jacob Kempske
EMT/FF Shawn Lochary
EMT/FF Katlyn Phelps
EMT/FF Timothy Poore

The promotion to Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (FADO) signifies, time spent as an EMT/FF honing their skills, hundreds of hours of course work and hands on training. These members will go on to operate and drive apparatus at their respective station assignments.

Thank you to All Access Points Media and others for the photos of our members.


🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire A...
02/20/2026

🎉🎊 Congratulations 🎊🎉

Fire Chief Joseph Dixon has announced the promotions of the following members to the rank of Fire Apparatus Driver Operator effective February 21, 2026. (Post 1 of 3)

EMT/FF Ryan Archer
EMT/FF Christopher Books
EMT/FF Ryan Crusse
EMT/FF Myranda Hinkson
EMT/FF Alex Hufnagel

The promotion to Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (FADO) signifies, time spent as an EMT/FF honing their skills, hundreds of hours of course work and hands on training. These members will go on to operate and drive apparatus at their respective station assignments.

Thank you to All Access Points Media and others for the photos of our members.


It is with profound sadness that we announce the Line of Duty Death of Retired Fire Captain William “Luto” Lutostanski J...
02/18/2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the Line of Duty Death of Retired Fire Captain William “Luto” Lutostanski Jr. on February 17, 2026, following a courageous, three-year battle with work-related cancer.

“Luto” proudly served the Baltimore County Fire Department for 26 years, dedicating his life to protecting the residents of Baltimore County. Hired on February 15, 1999 as an EMT/Firefighter in the 78th Recruit Class, he rose through the suppression ranks with honor and distinction serving as Fire Specialist, Fire Lieutenant, and ultimately Fire Captain. He retired on February 5, 2026, concluding more than two decades of exemplary public service.

Throughout his career, “Luto” served in multiple operational assignments across the County, including long tenures at Truck 8 in Fullerton, Engine 2 in Pikesville, Engine 16, and Engine 3 in Woodlawn, where he finished his career. His leadership, professionalism, and commitment to the job left a lasting impact on every company he served and every firefighter who had the privilege to work alongside him.

Captain Lutostanski’s courage was exemplified on January 19, 2011, during a second-floor apartment fire. Amid heavy smoke and rapidly deteriorating conditions, he and fellow firefighters located an unconscious civilian and began her removal. When the room flashed over, Captain Lutostanski shielded the victim with his own body, laying over her as fire rolled overhead - placing her life above his own. This act of selfless heroism reflects exactly who he was as a firefighter and as a man.

Beyond the job, “Luto” was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He is loved by more than he knew, and his legacy will endure in the lives he saved, the firefighters he mentored, and the standard of service he embodied.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Lutostanski family and to all members of the department who knew and worked with Captain Lutostanski. Please keep them and one another in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Rest easy “Luto”.

Viewing and funeral services, department honors, and updates can be found here: https://sites.google.com/view/captainluto

To make a donation to the Lutostanski family visit - https://www.theyardfoundation.org/mayday/lutostanski

Today we remember the life of Firefighter Ira D. Jollymore. Brother Jollymore died on February 9, 1979 from a heart atta...
02/09/2026

Today we remember the life of Firefighter Ira D. Jollymore.

Brother Jollymore died on February 9, 1979 from a heart attack.

“Firefighter Ira D. Jollymore BCoFD Station 7 Essex, had previously been injured while on duty and was home recuperating when he was strickin with a fatal heart attack. Firefighter Ira D. Jollymore was 53 years old and had served 18 years.”

His name was placed on the IAFF Memorial Wall in Colorado Springs in 2015.

Located in the shadow of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, the Memorial honors the sacrifice made by IAFF members who have given their lives in the line of duty.

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🔥🔥Our Members Working🔥🔥Our members have responded to several working fires this week. Monday, just after 1:00 PM, Box Al...
02/07/2026

🔥🔥Our Members Working🔥🔥

Our members have responded to several working fires this week.

Monday, just after 1:00 PM, Box Alarm 36-02 was dispatched, in the unit block of 5th Avenue. Units arrived with smoke and fire showing from a 2 story middle of the group townhouse. Fire extinguished and searches performed.

Monday, just after 7:45 PM, Box Alarm 6-02 was dispatched, in the unit block of Wenig Avenue. Units arrived with smoke showing from a 1 1/2 story single family dwelling. Fire extinguished and searches performed.

Monday, just after 9:30 PM, Box Alarm 35-03 was dispatched, in the unit block of Vogt Avenue. Units arrived with smoke and fire showing from a 1 1/2 story single family dwelling. Fire extinguished and searches performed. One victim self rescued prior to units arriving. Another victim was rescued from inside the dwelling.

Tuesday, just before 6:30 PM, Box Alarm 2-21 was dispatched, in the unit block of Sudbrook Lane. Units arrived to find fire from the roof of a school. Fire extinguished and searches performed.

Saturday, just before 1:30 AM, Box Alarm 36-02 was dispatched, in the unit block of Bigley Avenue. Units arrived to find fire showing from the rear of a 2 story middle of the group townhome. Fire extinguished and searches performed.

Today we remember the lives of Captain J. Miller and Firefighter Carl S. Dill. Brothers Miller and Dill died on February...
02/07/2026

Today we remember the lives of Captain J. Miller and Firefighter Carl S. Dill.

Brothers Miller and Dill died on February 7, 1955 in the line of duty.

First-arriving units at the Westgate Shopping Center encountered heavy fire in the basements of a tavern and adjoining bakery, which quickly spread through the complex and threatened nearby exposures. Captain William J. Miller and Firefighter Carl S. Dill (Engine 4) advanced handlines into a newly built rear addition and down into the basement. As conditions rapidly deteriorated, other firefighters withdrew to the roof, believing Miller and Dill were behind them. Moments later, fire broke through and the roof collapsed. After hours of firefighting operations, the two members were reported missing. A search located a still-charged handline in the interior stairwell, and both firefighters were later found beneath the debris.

Captain William J. Miller, 44, served 18 years.
Firefighter Carl S. Dill, 51, served 29 years.

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Cockeysville, MD
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