Call Volume Increases 1% Over 2022, Stays Above Pre-Pandemic Levels The EMTs, paramedics, and firefighters of the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad (BCCRS) responded to 8,190calls in 2023 – an average of more than 22 responses per day and a 1% increase over 2022. This is the most calls since 2018…

We gathered for a well earned evening together this past weekend to recognize some key contributors to our success in 2023. Please see and congratulate the below: Eric Weigold – Top Call Runner – Ed Levien  – EMS – Jacob Sorenson – Fire Eric Weigold – Second Place Call Runner…

The annual elections of the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad were held on Monday, January 8th.  The following individuals were elected to leadership positions within the organization.

Donate It to BCCRS! Call Capt Purcell at 301.652.0077 Or Email M-F, 8am – 6pm Your donation is tax deductible & will be used for training purposes.

Please drop off  your unwrapped toys up until Dec. 24th to our front lobby facing Battery Lane!! Thanks!

Isidro “Sid” Linton, 27, of Washington, D.C., passed away unexpectedly after a medical emergency on Saturday, June 10, 2023 surrounded by family and friends. Sid was born on October 30, 1995 to Cynthia Stokes and Winston Linton.  Sid was a humble, loving, and compassionate soul. A gifted peacemaker, he was…

Fire Protection Engineer and BCCRS Battalion Chief Keith Stakes was recently awarded the International Society of Fire Services Instructors (@fireinstructors ) George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award. This award recognizes Keith’s tremendous dedication and contribution to improving the national fire service. Keith found his passion for the fire and…

Our Fall Newsletter is hitting the streets with plenty of good information about Call Volume and Notable Accomplishments in Operations, Personnel, and Governance BCCRS responded to 8,113 calls in 2022 – an average of more than 22 responses per day and a 16% increase over 2021. More than 100 BCCRS…

As we celebrate Women’s History Month and the contributions women have made to our nation, the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad is also recognizing the many women who serve their community and neighbors every day. At BCCRS, women play major roles in our operations and leadership. More than 35 women serve…

Call Volume Jumped 16% Over 2021 Levels Most Frequent Calls Include Auto Accidents, Cardiac Emergencies The EMTs, paramedics and firefighters of the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad responded to 8,113 calls in 2022 – an average of more than 22 responses per day and a 16% increase over 2021. As with…