Fire Prevention

Upper Montgomery County VFD added 4 new photos.

3 days ago

Door Pop on Darnestown Rd: Just before 830am units from Upper Montgomery and surrounding areas were alerted for the reported personal injury collision with one trapped near the intersection of Darnestown Rd and White Ground Rd. Paramedic Rescue Engine 714, Medic 714 and Car 714-C responded from UMCVFD along with Rescue Squad 703 and Battalion Chief 705. Units from 14 arrived onscene to find a two vehicle collision with the driver of one vehicle trapped. The crews split to provide patient care to the drivers of both cars while simultaneously preparing the damaged vehicle for patient extrication. The crew from RE714 used rescue tools to remove the drivers door and the patient was transferred with the help of RS703 to M714 for transport. A second transport unit was requested and arrived on scene to transport the second patient. Units returned to service a short while later and the road was reopened. ... See MoreSee Less

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Upper Montgomery County VFD added 3 new photos.

4 days ago

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Auxiliary and Life Member Doris Glass this morning. Doris started her career with the department in 1955 and was very active member with the Auxiliary and the departments marching unit. It was not an uncommon sight to see Doris in the kitchen during any of the departments community events or feeding the guys while covering the County Fair.

The Family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 18 from 6 to 8PM at Hilton’s Funeral Home, Barnesville. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, July 19 at Memorial United Methodist Church, Internment will follow at the Monocacy Cemetery, Beallsville . ... See MoreSee Less

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The Fire department was a big part of her life. Mom loved being up there helping out so much! ♥️♥️♥️

A wonderful Woman who gave so much to this community. I am so sad to have lost 2 of my childhood mentors in such a short period of time. Thank you Doris for all that you gave to us.

Sad week in Beallsville/Poolesville

Poolesville has been dealing with another loss of a beloved friend. Our hearts go out to the Glass family and our friends. Bless you, Doris.

So sorry for your loss it's been many many years ago when my family lived in poolesville we cought the bus at the bus stop by her home she always had a smile on her face and very kind words she was a blessing .

She was the best! Will miss her so much! Yes, sad for too many leaving us. God bless you Aunt Doris xxoo

It was my honor to get to know such a wonderful , generous , loving woman. The pride u all feel , does help to fill the void ❤️

Rest In Peace, Doris!! Condolences to the Glass family!!

Doris was such a presence at for department events as well as within our church. I’m so sad we won’t be seeing her smiling face and cheerful demeanor within our community.

Thoughts and prayers

Charlie and family god bless and peace you all

So very sad to hear this. What a wonderful, kind and generous woman.

Condolences to her family , friends, and the community such a loss

Lynne, Charlie and family sorry to here about your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you 🙏🏻

Condolences to the family and friends

So sorry. She will be missed.

So sorry! ❤️🙏🏼❤️

Prayers for her family and friends 🙏🙏

Doris will truly be missed by many 😘💐🙏

Touched countless lives. A remarkable woman, mother, and dedicated supporter of her community and UMCVFD. She will be so very missed by many.

I am so sorry to hear this. Condolences to her family and may she Rest In Peace.🙏

Sad news for a whole community! Prayers to family!

Prayers for the family.

Condolences to her friends and family...

So sad 😢

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Upper Montgomery County VFD added 4 new photos — at Upper Montgomery County VFD.

6 days ago

Today we laid to rest one of the legends of the Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department. 443 steps was the one way distance from the home of Lt. John H. Repass to Station 14 where he served faithfully for over 28 years and many more as a volunteer. Lt. Repass was a highly respected servant of the Upper Montgomery Community and we were proud to be able to be a part of his final ride and remembrance. His kindness, humility and leadership will be missed by all. Rest Easy Sir. ... See MoreSee Less

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It was an honor to attend his funeral. Who knew that after being detailed to station 14 and working with him several times at the beginning of my career, I would follow in his foot steps and also become Station Commander at 14 to end my career. Big shoes to fill. Godspeed good sir.

I am sad to learn of John’s passing. Always enjoyed his calm determination and presence..... A good man and outstanding fire ground officer. Proud to have him as a kindred sprit.... R.I.P. Brother.... Respect!

Proud to have known such a fine fireman, officer and person. RIP, my friend. You truly made a difference.

Today was a great tribute to one of the finest men I have ever known.

During my brief tenure at UMCVFD John was a welcoming presence and a true professional in all of my dealings with him. RIP John and thanks for your service to the community.

A great firefighter, officer, and gentleman. RIP Lieutenant.

My family lived in Barnesville for 10 years in the 70’s. We were so fortunate to be friends with the Repass’, always so kind and loving. Even though we haven’t seen John and his family for years, we will always have fond memories of them. Thank you for your dedicated service in the community. You will be greatly missed by all. John, you are in God’s hands now.

One of the best in our community, a true friend and servant to all. His loss will be felt immensely to all who knew him. Love and prayers to his family.

As Volunteer and Paid (Rockville) I had the pleasure to have known LT. Repass. It was a pleasure to have known him. RIP LT.

He was a great person and fireman! May he rest in eternal peace!

RIP SIR !!!! GOD GRANT YOU ETERNAL PEACE!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMITMENT AND SERVICE TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND YOUR FAMILY

I knew Mr. Repass all of my life. He and my dad were friends as well as volunteer firefighters together, and he lived just down the street from my grandmother in Beallsville. A very fine man. Very kind, good, and caring. Rest in peace, Mr. Repass. You're in the hands of Jesus now.

What a treasured legacy he leaves!!

Love you John 🇺🇸 Rest In Peace my friend 🙏

Great man. Was always a gentleman and a wonderful family man. Praying for all involved especially his family. God bless

What a lovely tribute, Tina.

Knew John through softball back in early 70's...always a sportsman. My condolences to family, RIP.

He was a very sweet man happy all the time he will be missed a lot RIP

A great man!

Thank you for being a mentor Lieutenant. RIP John.

It was an honor to have known him. Very nice tribute.

Wow

RIP💖🙏 🇺🇸

Truly a amazing man !

RIP

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Upper Montgomery County VFD

6 days ago

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Upper Montgomery County VFD added 4 new photos.

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This morning just after 6:40 am, units from Upper Montgomery were alerted for a report personal injury collision near the intersection of Fisher Ave and Wootton Ave in Poolesville. Moments later the call was upgraded to a report of a rollover with one trapped. Rescue Engine 714, Medic 714 and Car 714-C from Upper Montgomery responded along with Rescue Squad 729, Engine 722 & Battalion Chief 705. Units from UMCVFD arrived to find a single vehicle that had left the roadway with the sole occupant trapped. RE714s crew worked quickly to stabilize the vehicle while M714s crew evaluated the patient. The decision was made to request a helicopter for transport so E722 was assigned the landing zone for Trooper 3 at Poolesville Elementary School. The crew from RE714 freed the driver by removing the drivers door with extrication tools and the patient was transported to the landing zone. Trooper 3 transported the patient to an area trauma center and the units returned to service a short time later. ... See MoreSee Less