Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
The combined civilian, career, and volunteer men and women of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department will be quite busy the weekend of
The Prince George’s County Fair will open Thursday, September 5, and run through
Sunday evening. Volunteer firefighters
and EMTs will be onsite to provide fire safety and injury prevention tips, as
well as ensure that everyone attending the fair stays safe.
The 40th Annual
International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Softball Championship begins Friday, September 6, and will
conclude following a championship game Sunday, September 8. Hundreds of firefighters and paramedics from
around the country attend event and play softball to raise funds for the
Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Saturday,
September 7, Prince George’s County will host a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 3K Walk at the Gaylord National Hotel, in
honor of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives September 11, 2001. The first 343 people to register and
participate will receive lunch at the Gaylord, a tee shirt, and a challenge
coin. Pre-registration is available by
clicking the above link. You do not have
to be a firefighter to participate.
Monday,
September 9, The NFL Redskins Opening Game will be played at FedEx Field in Landover. Dozens of Prince George’s County firefighters and paramedics will
be on hand to provide assistance to an anticipated sold out crowd. The Redskins will play NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia
Eagles. Game time is 7:10 p.m., so anticipate traffic delays in
the area during the evening rush hour.
Fans should plan to arrive early and tailgate responsibly. It is important to "Hail Safely" before, during and after the game!!!
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