CONTACT:    Susan Harding, Public Information Officer, 301-600-1385

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Thursday, February 19, 2009

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COUNTY WIDE FIRE DEPARTMENT SEARCH & RESCUE DRILL SCHEDULED THIS WEEKEND

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Frederick, MD -- A County-wide Fire Department Search and Rescue Drill is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 21, 2009 beginning about 4:30 PM and continuing into the night.  The drill will take place on and around the Monocacy River from Devilbiss Road to Monocacy Boulevard.  Expect to see activity and equipment in the area specified.

For additional information please contact Lt. Scott Martin, Junior Fire Company, at 301.471.1051.