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The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) is pleased to announce the approval of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ocean Pines Association (OPA). This agreement marks a historic milestone in the partnership between the two organizations and sets the stage for continued collaboration and service to the community.

Ocean Pines, Maryland – As Independence Day approaches, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD) would like to remind residents and visitors of the importance of fireworks safety and adhering to Maryland state laws regarding the use of fireworks.

The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire in the 100 block of Ocean Parkway. The caller told dispatchers they saw fire and smoke in the crawl space under the house.

On Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, at approximately 9:42 pm, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the area of 2689 Ocean Expressway. Worcester Central advised incoming units of a four-vehicle accident at the top of the first bridge heading into Ocean City.

On June 29, 2024, at approximately 2:45pm, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department responded to a medical emergency. After evaluating the patient, EMS providers determined the patient needed to be air-lifted to Johns Hopkins Hospital.

On the morning of June 27, 2024, at approximately 9:30 AM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department responded to a traffic accident on Racetrack Road.

On Friday, May 24th, 2024, at approximately 7:49 am, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to a motor vehicle accident in the area of 11123 Racetrack Rd. While units were en route, a Worcester County Sheriff arrived on the scene and advised of three vehicles with one patient heavily entrapped.

The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is thrilled to share that several members of our team have been nominated for recognition by Coastal Style's Best of 2024 for Worcester County. While we typically prefer to let our actions speak louder than words, we believe it's important to acknowledge the honor and extend our gratitude for the nominations received.

Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, was a busy day for your first responders in Ocean Pines.

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action following a distress call reporting a structure fire at the 100 block of Castle Drive in South Ocean Pines...

On Thursday, March 7, 2024, at approximately 9:54 AM, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a Motor Vehicle Accident in the area of 10635 Race Track Rd. While en route, Worcester Dispatch advised of a rollover-style accident with entrapment.