March 26, 2025

Residential Structure Fire on Ocean Parkway

On the evening of March 25, 2025, at approximately 9:43 PM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire in the 1100 block of Ocean Parkway. Upon arrival, initial crews found visible flames coming from the rear of the single-family home.

March 14, 2025

Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office Warns of Increased Wildfire Risks

February 26, 2025

OPA and OPVFD provide update on South Fire Station plans

February 25, 2025

Motor Vehicle Accident with Injury – Racetrack Rd

Ocean Pines, MD – February 25, 2025 – At approximately 1:00 PM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) responded to a motor vehicle accident with injuries in the area of McDonald's on Racetrack Road.

February 22, 2025

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Hosts Annual Awards Dinner

February 09, 2025

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Recaps a Year of Service and Dedication in 2024

As we reflect on 2024, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) looks back on a year of unwavering commitment, service, and community support. OPVFD is a Combination Fire Department, meaning we have both Career and Volunteer members working alongside each other to serve the community.

January 29, 2025

Ice Rescue – Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Water Emergency

Ocean Pines, MD – January 29, 2025 – At approximately 4:22 p.m. on Wednesday, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) was dispatched to a reported water rescue in the area of 896 Ocean Parkway. Upon arrival, crews located a 15-year-old minor stranded on a small island in the middle of Off Shore Lake.

January 22, 2025

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Missing Child Incident

Ocean Pines, MD – January 22, 2025 – On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 5:40 PM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) was dispatched to assist the Ocean Pines Police Department in a search for a missing child. Worcester Central advised that a 10-year-old autistic boy had been reported missing and was last seen at approximately 4:05 PM.

December 31, 2024

New Year’s Eve Safety PSA

December 28, 2024

Congratulations to Our Truck Raffle Winner!

The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is thrilled to announce the winner of our Truck Raffle: Maureen S.!

December 21, 2024

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Announces Winner of Truck Raffle

December 05, 2024

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Announces 2025 Officers

The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to announce the officers for 2025. These dedicated individuals will lead the department in continuing to provide exemplary service to the community.

November 02, 2024

Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Reminds Residents to “Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms” This Daylight Saving Time

Ocean Pines, MD – As clocks fall back this Sunday, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department urges all residents to make the most of this time by ensuring their homes are safe. Along with adjusting clocks, residents should check their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms to ensure they are working properly. “Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms” is a simple reminder that could make all the difference in a life-threatening situation.

September 25, 2024

Turning Scrap into Safety: OPVFD's Creative Training Solutions

At the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department, innovation is key to keeping our team ready for any emergency. Last night, our firefighters took something as simple as old pallets and 2x4s and transformed them into an invaluable training prop – a custom-made maze.

July 13, 2024

Multiple Motor Vehicle Accidents

On Friday, July 12, at approximately 10:36 PM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the area of 10535 Racetrack Road. Upon arrival, Fire Chief Joey Widgeon advised incoming units of a tow truck that had veered off the roadway into the woods.