JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. –
Joint Base Andrews (formerly Camp Springs Air Base) has been in operation since 1942. Since then, the base has evolved in many ways, challenging the base fire department to meet these needs. Today, Andrews Fire & Emergency Service employs over 75 individuals, both civilian and military. The fire department protects more than 30,000 individuals who live and work on Joint Base Andrews daily. What exactly does the fire department respond to? Here is a brief list of the services we provide to the community:
Structural Firefighting
Incident Management
Emergency Dispatch
Emergency Medical Services
Railroad Emergencies
Hazardous Materials
Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting
Global Contingency Support
Confined Space Rescue
Petroleum (POL) Firefighting/Spill Response
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Natural Disaster Response
Automobile Extrication
High Angle Rescue
Firefighter Safety & Health
Fire Prevention/Public Education
The fire department also offers tours and visits to anyone interested. If you have any concerns, contact the base fire department by calling 301-981-4986.
Remember, in the event of any emergency, dialing 9-1-1 (301-981-9911 from cell phones) is the fastest way to receive any service listed above.