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for the

Independent Hose Company

Fire & Rescue Station #1

Celebrating Over 207 Years of Service !

The Independent Hose Company is Frederick County Maryland's Fire & Rescue Station #1. We are Maryland's oldest volunteer Fire Company in continuous operation, instituted in 1818. We celebrated our 200th anniversary in 2018.

Our Volunteer & Career integrated team provides Fire, Rescue, and EMS Services, and community event support. We are the home of "Tower 1 & Canteen 1". We also provide Fire, Rescue, and EMS support to Ft Detrick.  

 As Maryland's oldest continuously operated volunteer fire station, we have a very rich history. We have been Green since 1818, ahead of our time!

We have many awards and memorabilia on display in our station, stop by and see our displays.

If you would like to donate to IHC, you can use the Venmo QR Code or the PayPal donate button below or check out our Online Store where you will find IHC memorabilia for sale and an option to donate.  Your donation is greatly appreciated and helps us to provide high-quality fire suppression, emergency medical care, and rescue services to our community.

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Frederick County Fire & Rescue Station #1 

We are Maryland's oldest Volunteer Fire company in continuous operation since 1818. We consistently run the most Fire and EMS calls in Frederick County year-on-year. We own our building and pay for our own equipment to include all of the apparatus (Fire Engines, Tower, Tanker, Ambulances, Utility vehicles, and Command Vehicles) and maintenance. We appreciate your support as it enables us to support our community. Thank you!

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27 June 2025

The following YouTube video  is a very informative video that discusses key and poignant points applicable to the future of all volunteer fire companies, to include IHC.

-  IHC President Jeff Scire

Saving the Volunteer Fire Company

💵💵CASH BINGO JULY 13th 💵💵 Over $10K in cash prizes 💰 Call or Message today for TICKETS 🎟️ Independent Hose Company #1, June 23 ... (Full Story & Photos)

IHC attended the antique fire muster in Pleasant Valley, MD today and won best appearing hand drawn unit Independent Hose Company #1, June 07 ... (Full Story & Photos)

On the anniversary of D-Day IHC remembers the heroes who fought bravely Independent Hose Company #1, June 06 Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.... (Full Story & Photos)

BIG MONEY BINGO is a few days away! Independent Hose Company #1, May 15 Tickets are still available. Over $10,000 in CASH prizes! Call or text Kayla 240-429-1441... (Full Story & Photos)

BIG MONEY BINGO IS 1 WEEK AWAY! Independent Hose Company #1, May 11 Over $10,000 in CASH PRIZES 💵 Get your ticket today, before they sell out 🎟️ ✉️ Send us a message ☎️ Call or Text Kayla 240-429-1441... (Full Story & Photos)

BIG MONEY BINGO 💵💵 May 18th Over $10,000 in CASH Prizes 💰💰 Get you tickets today! Independent Hose Company #1, April 24 🎟️ 🎟️ ☎️ Call or Text Kayla 240-429-1441 🔗 Send us a message... (Full Story & Photos)

IHC presented honorary member, Larry Maple, with a special cup and sweatshirt from the 2024 banquet! Independent Hose Company #1, March 19 ... (Full Story & Photos)