In 2022, after identifying a property for sale in the Bittinger area, the department proactively approached our local and state government leaders to seek support for a long-term facility solution. Discussions were held with our local senator, delegate, and the Garrett County Commissioners to outline the project and the departments desire to erect a new firehouse in the Bittinger area and the benefits ... (Full Story & Photos)

Bittinger Volunteer Fire Department Fundraising Drive

Help Us Bring a Stryker Power-LOAD System & Stretcher to Our Community!

The Bittinger Volunteer Fire Department is proud to serve our community 24/7, and we are always looking for ways to improve the care we provide. We are excited to announce a new fundraising effort to purchase a Stryker Power-LOAD system and stretcher for our ambulance.

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Bittinger Fire & Rescue Personnel Attend Wildland Fire Academy for S-130 and S-212 Training

10 Members of the Bittinger Volunteer Fire Department attended the Wildland Fire Academy this week held at Garrett College. Eight members completed S-130 Firefighter Training and two members completed S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws courses. These nationally recognized courses provide essential skills for wildland ... (Full Story & Photos)

In a testament to the power of community support, the Bittinger Volunteer Fire Department is proud to announce the purchase of a brand-new all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and trailer made possible entirely through generous local donations.

The new ATV will be placed in service in the very near future and will greatly enhance the department’s ability to respond to emergencies in hard-to-reach areas, such ... (Full Story & Photos)

Bittinger volunteers responded to the Peat Moss Rd area earlier this afternoon for a brush fire. Units arrived on scene and found a controlled burn that had gotten out of control and spread through an open field and into the woods. The fire was quickly brought under control by personnel on scene. Approximately 3 acres burned. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Earlier today Bittinger responded tanker 96 assisting Friendsville Volunteer Fire Department on a working structure fire. This fire also resulted in a several acre brush fire. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Bittinger Volunteer Department gathered recently and celebrated 51 years of service to the community of Bittinger and surrounding areas.

In 2024 the department responded to 446 incidents.

Top responders
Justin Orendorf
Malia Martin
Anna Orendorf
Kenny Yoder
Tyler Yoder
Larry Nesline

2024 Firefighter of the year
Brian Stanton

2024 EMS Clinician of the year
Anna Orendorf

2024 Auxiliary ... (Full Story & Photos)