The Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) invites the community to join us for our annual Open House on Saturday, October 11, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 13900 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD. This family-friendly event offers an up-close look at your local fire department and a fun afternoon…

PLANS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR BVFD LIFE MEMBER AND PAST CHIEF JOHN V. PIGNATARO The leadership of the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department, in concert with the Pignataro Family, announce the following plans: Fire Department Memorial Service Thursday, September 4, 2025 Epiphany Lutheran Church 1900 hours 14411 Old Columbia…

John V. “Guppy” Pignataro August 14, 1961 – July 30, 2025 It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Life Member and past Chief John V. “Guppy” Pignataro, who dedicated many years of service and leadership to the Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department. Guppy’s journey with the BVFD…

The Montgomery County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association is hiring a Full-Time Recruitment and Retention Coordinator funded by the SAFER grant. Though this position is for employment with the Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Rescue Association (MCVFRA), the position is a federally funded grant position and may be subject to further…

Please join Chief Ryman and the rest of the BVFD in congratulating MFF Andrew Knight, who has recently completed the requirements to be cleared to drive Truck 715. The process to become a driver on Truck 715 is extensive, requiring: Previous qualification as an ambulance driver Completion of a Class…

It is with profound sadness that the BVFD shares in the grief following the loss of our brother Master Firefighter Christopher Higgins. Having begun in the fire service as a volunteer with the Earleigh Heights VFD, MFF Higgins was a 22-year veteran of the Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service and…

The BVFD is proud to congratulate FF Ryan Cooper and FF Anthony Rojas on their recent advancement to Firefighter 2. In order to reach this level of advancement within the BVFD, members must complete a number of pre-requisite training levels and hundreds of hours of training in both Firefighting and…

The Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to announce the promotion of now Master Firefighter Andrew Knight. Beyond meeting all of the MCFRS training requirements, MFF Knight completed the BVFD promotional process earlier this fall consisting of both a written exam and a panel style, scenario-based review board. He is…

The Burtonsville Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) is thrilled to partner with Toys for Tots this holiday season! We’re calling on our amazing community to help us bring smiles to the faces of children in need. Together, we can make the holidays brighter for families who could use a little extra…

Last night, BVFD Chief Ryman, President Calderon, and Vice President Bulla proudly attended the joint swearing-in ceremony for Montgomery County’s new Fire Chief Corey Smedley and Police Chief Marc Yamada, held at Wheaton High School. The event provided an invaluable opportunity for BVFD leaders to engage with our County Councilmembers…