Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad, EMS 51

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11/08/2026

I spy...with my little eye 👀...something really cool that's red and black and gold. What's that? It's the ambulance and volunteers out and about in our community again. Today we joined the Town of La Plata Veteran's Day parade. What an incredible honor! Thank you to all who have served our country.

11/07/2026

CCVRS volunteers on the loose...out and about in our community again! Today our volunteers visited Eva Turner Elementary School. Great conversations were had with the students about self-confidence and being a leader in an emergency situation. And of course everyone had an opportunity to check out the ambulance! Thank you to the students for being such great listeners and the staff for inviting us.

11/05/2026

Another month of members showing up, putting in the time, and serving our community.

Whether responding to calls, staffing the squad, or supporting operations behind the scenes, every hour represents a commitment to something bigger than ourselves.

Congratulations to our October Top 10! Thank you for your dedication, your time, and everything you do for Charles County.

Our community is stronger because of volunteers like you. ❤️💛

11/05/2026

Another business meeting night around . View from the head table. Why is the front row almost empty though? 🤔😂

10/27/2026

The community outreach continues! Today CCVRS volunteers took A518 to Archbishop Neale School in La Plata and did a public safety resentation for the kindergartners. Our community's children hold an extra special place in our hearts! Thank you to ANS for inviting us!

10/24/2026

This evening CCVRS volunteers participated in another community event...Trunk or Treat at Mary H. Matula Elementary School in La Plata MD. We love the opportunity to interact with members of our community through fun events like this! Thanks for letting us join the fun!

10/22/2026

This evening your volunteers are joining Charles County Sheriff's Office and others for their trunk-or-treat event in the courthouse parking lot. Thanks for inviting us to participate!

10/22/2026

Yesterday evening just before our weekly drill, South Potomac Church's youth group “Roots” dropped off goodie bags and handmade cards for our volunteers. We always appreciate when community groups think of us. Thank you!

10/22/2026

Oops! We did it again. 😂 Another Wednesday evening with another engaging drill and a room full of attendees, hosted by and led by Dr. Christopher Michetti, Trauma Medical Director at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo MD. Dr. Michetti is a trauma and general surgeon, and critical care physician, board certified in both general surgery and surgical critical care.

We discussed pre-hospital care, the trauma department's function in the ER, and things that can help assure the best possible outcome for our patient. Once again, we were joined by members from our neighboring departments, including Dentsville Volunteer EMS, FIRE and Auxiliary, Inc., Bryans Road Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad Inc., Ironsides Volunteer Rescue Squad, Charles County Department of Emergency Services, and others. Interested? Join us at www.ccvrs.org/join.

10/20/2026

It is with the deepest of regrets that the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Past President Bernard R. Winkler, Jr. on Monday, October 19, 2026. BR joined the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department in 1959 and devoted more than five decades to serving the citizens of our community. He served the department in numerous leadership roles including President, Vice President, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer, and member of the Board of Directors. He also served on the House and Old Firehouse committees, contributing his time and experience to the continued success of the department.

BR’s commitment to the fire service extended beyond his membership with the department. As the owner of La Plata Mill & Supply, he was a steadfast supporter of the department and our ever-changing needs. He was always willing to lend a helping hand, providing equipment and materials to support the department’s operations and training. His generosity was especially meaningful to our structural collapse team for which he consistently provided equipment and materials needed to train and prepare for various types of responses. BR played a valuable role in helping our members develop the skills and resources necessary to serve our community.

BR represented our department through his service as a delegate to the Charles County Volunteer Firemen’s Association, its Executive Committee, and the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association. His involvement reflected a commitment not only to our department but also to the broader fire service throughout Southern Maryland.

BR’s record of service earned him recognition as a worthy candidate for the Marbury F. Gates Service Cup Award from the Maryland State Firemen’s Association, honoring those who exemplify fifty years of continuous and faithful fire department service to their communities.

The members of La Plata Volunteer Fire Department extend our heartfelt condolences to BR’s family and friends during this difficult time. We are grateful for his many years of service and the lasting impact he has made on our department and community.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once they have been finalized.

Address

2 Calvert Street
La Plata, MD
20646

Telephone

+13019344434

Website

http://www.ccvrs.org/

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