The Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (PGFD) has announced the passing of Probationary Volunteer Firefighter Emmanuel K. A. Amponsah, a recent graduate of the High School Fire Science Academy and student at Bowie State University.
Amponsah graduated from the High School Fire Science Academy in 2025 as a member of Cadet Class 12. He joined the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department earlier this year as a probationary member of the Glenn Dale Volunteer Fire Association, Inc., assigned to Station 818 in Glenn Dale.
Fire Chief Thelmetria A. Michaelides extended the department’s condolences to Amponsah’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters. “He will be remembered for the courage, work ethic, and heart that define what it means to serve our community as a member of the PGFD,” the department stated.
“Our thoughts, prayers, and full support are with his family, friends, and those he served with at Station 818/Glenn Dale during this heartbreaking time.” Additional details surrounding his passing were not provided in the department’s announcement.
