Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company

10/17/2026

On October 15th, JMVFC was proud to celebrate William “Bill” Lay at the 40th Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards Ceremony, hosted by County Executive Bob Cassilly.

Bill was recognized for more than 60 years of volunteer service to Harford County and the JMVFC. Since joining the JMVFC in 1965, he has served as Fire Chief, President for six terms, and a member of the Board of Directors for more than 30 years. His service has also strengthened the fire and EMS community across Harford and Cecil counties and throughout Maryland.

Bill’s dedication, wisdom, and guidance have made a lasting difference. We’re grateful for all he has given to our company and community, and proud to celebrate this recognition with him.

Congratulations, Bill!

10/15/2026

Engine 812, Rescue Engine 8, and Chief 81 are operating at multiple brush fires along southbound I-95 past exit 74. Use caution as firefighters are working in the right lane and on the slow shoulder. SLOW DOWN & MOVE OVER.

10/10/2026

Truck 8 is assisting Baltimore County Fire Department at a house fire in the 5500 block of Overlook Circle in White Marsh. Additional volunteers remain in station for other calls in our area.

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Rescue Engine 8 and Truck 8 are operating at a large tire fire in the 1200 block of Pauls Lane in Joppa. Foam units from Aberdeen Proving Ground Fire & Emergency Services Local F-267, Baltimore County Fire Department, and Baltimore City Fire Department have been requested. Thick black smoke can be seen for miles around the Joppa and Edgewood area.

10/09/2026

The officers and members of the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company mourn the line of duty death of Durham Fire Department Firefighter Andrew Brokes.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow firefighters. We are also keeping the firefighters injured in the incident in our thoughts as they recover.

Firefighter Brokes gave his life while serving his community. We stand with the Durham Fire Department as they honor his life and service.

10/07/2026

Clean ladders are happy ladders.

10/02/2026

Rescue Engine 8, Chief 8, and Chief 81 along with Harford County Department of Emergency Services Medic 81 are operating at a crash involving a motorcycle that has Philadelphia Road (MD-7) shut down between Edgewood Road & Fashion Way in Edgewood. A Maryland State Police - Aviation Command medevac has been called. It will land at the JMVFC helipad.

09/30/2026

Rescue Engine 8, Truck 8, and Chief 81 are operating at a crash with overturned dump truck that has Magnolia Road (MD-152) blocked between Trimble & Fort Hoyle, Joppa. Electric wires are also down, some places may be without power, MyBGE is on the way.