On August 24, 2025, at approximately 6:30 am the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched to Club House Drive for an animal trapped in the Phragmite's. Upon arrival of Deputy Chief Swarts it was learned it was a pet beagle who chased a fox in to the wet lands. As other members of the RBVFC arrived and started to assist with the search, Chief Swarts discover the dog about 50’ off the road in the wetlands. The dog was removed and returned to his owner.

Although Hurricane Erin stayed far from land, road closures from high tide flooding didn’t stop area visitors from being out and about. The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded to several incidents including MVC’s on Coastal Highway, a sewer gas backup in a shopping center, a tree into a house, the usual smattering of automatic fire alarms and multiple EMS calls.

Rehoboth Beach Fire and EMS crews had training on Wednesday evening at Station 2. Teams refreshed skills on the newer electronic Knox Box system, Knox FDC cap locks, elevator fire control and rescue techniques, hose pulls, saws, and new high rise pack basics. Chef’s Katy, Don Don and Mike provided the nourishment.

Rehoboth Beach Fire and EMS crews responded to a 2 car MVC on Coastal Highway in front of the Tanger Outlets Seaside on Sunday, August 17th.