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for the

Independent Hose Company

Fire & Rescue Station #1

Celebrating Over 207 Years of Service !

The Independent Hose Company is Frederick County Maryland's Fire & Rescue Station #1. We are Maryland's oldest volunteer Fire Company in continuous operation, instituted in 1818. We celebrated our 200th anniversary in 2018.

Our Volunteer & Career integrated team provides Fire, Rescue, and EMS Services, and community event support. We are the home of "Tower 1 & Canteen 1". We also provide Fire, Rescue, and EMS support to Ft Detrick.  

 As Maryland's oldest continuously operated volunteer fire station, we have a very rich history. We have been Green since 1818, ahead of our time!

We have many awards and memorabilia on display in our station, stop by and see our displays.

If you would like to donate to IHC, you can use the Venmo QR Code or the PayPal donate button below or check out our Online Store where you will find IHC memorabilia for sale and an option to donate.  Your donation is greatly appreciated and helps us to provide high-quality fire suppression, emergency medical care, and rescue services to our community.

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The Brothers and Sisters of Montgomery County Fire and Rescue have lost one of their own in the Line of Duty Independent Hose Company #1, January 11 The thoughts and prayers of the entire membership of IHC are with all who are affected by this terrible loss.... (Full Story & Photos)

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We have 50 Christmas trees left 🎄 Independent Hose Company #1, December 09 We will be open today until 8pm and tomorrow from 2pm-8pm.... (Full Story & Photos)