It is with deep regret we inform you of the death of Maryland Fire and Explosive Investigators Association (MFEIA) member Deputy Fire Marshal John Crist of the Hagerstown, Maryland Fire Department. John and his wife Nina were involved in a serious motor vehicle accident on May 9th and was taken after the accident in critical condition to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center where he underwent numerous surgeries. Rest in peace Hart and thank you for your service Joh

The Maryland Fire and Explosive Investigator's Association would like to inform our members and guests that an impactful research project has begun identifying fires resulting from Corrugated Stainless-Steel Tubing (CSST) failures. Sadly, two firefighter Line of duty Deaths in Maryland, Battalion Chief Josh Laird and Lieutenant Nathan Flynn have been attributed to fires resulting from CSST failure. Their wives are involved in this project. By participating in this research, w