Captain Chris Gauss and Captain Jhett Lewis Retire
On Friday January 27, 2012 a retirement celebration was held to honor the distinguished careers of Captain Chris Gauss and Captain Jhett Lewis of the Baltimore County...FULL STORY

ATF Recognizes Baltimore County Fire Department Investigators
On December 9, 2011, ATF Supervisory Special Agent Chris Taylor (Baltimore Group I Arson/Explosives) presented certificates of appreciation to the former members of the Baltimore County Fire Department...FULL STORY
Vulcan-Hart Provides Outstanding Training on Fryers at their Dundalk Facility
On September 21 and October 5, 2011 Mr. Paul Forest, General Manager of the Fryer Division, Vulcan-Hart in Dundalk, Maryland provided outstanding training to fire investigators and fire protection...FULL STORY
Spring, 2012
Investigation of Financially Motivated Arsons
March 6, 2012 from 9:00 am - 4:00pm
Ocean City Fire Department (Station 5)
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Spring, 2012
The Investigation of Gas Fires and Explosions
March 21, 2012 from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Springfield, VA
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Spring, 2012
Spring Seminar
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The Maryland Fire and Explosives Investigators Association (MFEIA) is a non-profit corporation that serves the fire investigation community across the state of Maryland by providing training and educational opportunities for our members and encouraging information sharing and networking with other professionals in the fire investigation community. MFEIA members include professionals from the fire service, law enforcement and the private sector. The MFEIA is also Chapter #53 (Maryland & District of Columbia) of the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI). Should you want to learn more about the MFEIA or become a member, please contact us or visit the Membership page for a copy of the membership application.
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