Baltimore Fire

Can you hear your alarm? A working smoke alarm can give you and your family the early warning needed to escape safely during a fire. Baltimore City residents can call 311 to request the installation of a free smoke alarm. Protect yourself, protect your home, and make sure your alarm is working today. #SmokeAlarmsSaveLives #FireSafety #BCFD #BaltimoreCity

Create and practice a home fire escape plan with everyone in your household. Make sure every room has two ways out and choose a safe meeting spot outside. Practicing your plan ahead of time can help children, older adults, and family members know what to do in an emergency. Fire safety starts at home, and if there is a fire, get out, stay out, and call 911. #BCFD #FireSafety #EscapePlan #BaltimoreCityFireDepartment

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚 To every member of the Baltimore City Fire Department — the work you do is extraordinary. But strength isn't just shown on the fireground. It's also shown when you check in with a brother or sister, when you speak up about what you're carrying, and when you reach out for support. Your mental health matters. Taking care of yourself is part of staying strong for others. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7: 📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #CheckInSpeakUpReachOut #BaltimoreCityFireDepartment #FirstResponderMentalHealth #YouAreNotAlone

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, 26 Baltimore City High School 11th and 12th-graders participated in a closing exercise for BCFD's Jr Cadet Program. During the 5-month Jr Cadet program, students had the opportunity to learn about many areas within the Baltimore City Fire Department and our public safety partners. Students visited fire stations, the Fire Marshal’s Office, Special Operations, the Office of Emergency Management, City Watch, the Communications Center, and the Fire Boat, gaining firsthand exposure to the many responsibilities and career paths within fire and emergency services.

Fire safety starts at home. Avoid overloading outlets or extension cords, and never use cords that feel hot, damaged, or frayed. If you see sparks, smoke, or signs of electrical danger, get out safely and call 911. #BCFD #PrideProtectingPeople #ElectricalSafety

Happy Mother’s Day from the Baltimore City Fire Department Today, we honor and celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, mother figures, and caregivers who pour love, strength, and guidance into their families and communities every day. Your sacrifices, support, and unwavering care make a lasting impact. From our BCFD family to yours, we wish you a safe, joyful, and blessed Mother’s Day. #HappyMothersDay #BCFD

Shortly before 3:30 p.m., the Baltimore City Fire Department received a call from CSX for a reported hydrochloric acid leak from a rail car located in the 800 blk of Chesapeake Ave. and 9th St. Upon arrival, HazMat units began to identify and contain the source of the leak. The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is on scene assisting with mitigation efforts. The leak has been contained within the rail yard, and there is no threat to the surrounding community. Traffic is not anticipated to be impacted. The situation is under control, with no reported injuries.

At 1300 hrs, the Baltimore City Fire Department received a call for reports of a building collapse on the 700 blk E. Eager St. Upon arrival,units secured the area with tape. One patient was assessed by BCFD EMS as a precaution and refused treatment. DHCD building inspector are on scene along with BGE, DPW, and OEM. The building has been condemned. Traffic surrounding the intersection of the 700 blk of E. Eager St. & Homewood Ave. will be impacted and is expected to remain so for the next few hours.

Shortly before 0700 hrs, @BaltimoreFire received a call for reports of a water main break at the intersection of S. Caton & Benson Ave. Upon arrival the responding company requested additional resources. Currently we have multi agencies on the scene BPD, BGE, OEM & DPW mitigating the water. Updates will be provided as needed.

Incident update, @BaltimoreFire remains on the scene 4200 blk of Eastern Ave. All occupants are out, w/ no injuries. Crews are still actively working. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Traffic significantly impacted and is expected to remain so for the next few hours.

Shortly before 1500 hours, @BaltimoreFire responded to the 4200 blk of Eastern Ave. reports of heavy smoke showing from a warehouse The fire is a 3rd alarm. All occupants are out. We are actively working on scene & will provide updates as needed. Media Staging will be at Eastern and S. Janney St.

Active Fire Update: Baltimore City Fire Department units have knocked a two-alarm commercial building fire in the 1200 block of E. 20th Street. Crews remain on scene working to extinguish hotspots. One civilian sustained minor injuries. The cause appears accidental based on initial findings and remains under investigation.

Active Fire - Baltimore City Fire Department units have responded to a currently 2 alarm commercial building fire in the 1200 block of E 20th Street. All units currently working to contain the fire. Updates when made available.

Active fire update - 1000 Kevin Road - conditions have improved greatly. Most of the fire has been knocked. Looking for extensions. Currently no reported injuries.

Active Fire - Baltimore City Fire Department units have responded to 2alarm residential dwelling fire in the 1000 Kevin Road. All units currently working to contain the fire. Updates when made available.

Active Fire Update - 2400 block of Linden Ave. All visible fire has been knocked and crews looking for hot spots. Currently no reported injuries. Updates when made available.

Active Fire - Baltimore City Fire Department units have responded to currently 2 alarm residential building fire in the 2400 block of Linden Ave. All units currently working to contain the fire. Updates when made available.