Hero Returns to the Front Lines Veteran Firefighter, Wounded Soldier Returns to Active Fire Department Service in the Community

In the aftermath of September 11, 2001 many firefighters became engaged in fire and rescue operations in New York, Pennsylvania and the Washington metropolitan areas. Other firefighters would assist neighboring departments by providing coverage for units who were still operating at the scenes. Many more would leave their firefighting duties behind and answer the call […]

Capitol Heights Station to Lose Career Staffing

On July 27, 2009 the Capitol Heights Volunteer Fire Department, the citizens of Capitol Heights, and surrounding communities learned through an official Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department press release that career staffing would be removed from the Capitol Heights fire station (Station 805) on August 2, 2009. While we have not received official notice from the department, we have petitioned Fire Chief Eugene Jones to reconsider his decision and have asked our local and state leaders for their support.

Grant Proposal Submitted for New Fire Engine

The Capitol Heights Volunteer Fire Department has submitted a grant proposal to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for a new pumper as part of the fiscal year 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. If awarded, this grant will be used to purchase a new pumper to replace our aging front line pumper, a 1989 FMC. The total budget for the grant proposal is in the amount of $390,000.

CHVFD Mourns the Loss of Grafton Boswell

Grafton Boswell

On Sunday, December 9, 2007, Grafton Boswell, lifetime member of Capitol Heights Volunteer Fire Department, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.