Fred's sports on fire

• Oct 13, 2014

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rickyp

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Charles county fire just put out a call to Fred's sports for a building fire. Waldorf fire station went on the scene with fire showing and reporting explosions in the building from ammo.

 

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BradMacc82

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Damn.

 

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rickyp

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They are reporting most of the fire is in the " ammunition shelter" and "bulk of the fire is knocked down"

 

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rickyp

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At the 20 minute mark command reports bulk of fire knocked down with lots of hot spots.

 

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Mdeng

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That sucks. While I know a lot of people don't like them they are the only fully stocked local dealer in Waldorf.

 

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Whitty Whit

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I just drove by and the roof is burnt with water everywhere

 

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LimaVictor

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Mdeng said:

That sucks. While I know a lot of people don't like them they are the only fully stocked local dealer in Waldorf.

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Agree. Still a local Mom and Pop store.

 

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pwoolford

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Damn...that really sucks!

 

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Mdeng

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While I didn't try to get a close look, it appears they have a lot of smoke damage. I'm sure that is accompanied by heavy water damage. Early reports show no injuries so that is one good thing to take away from this.

 

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• Oct 13, 2014

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Whitty Whit

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Glad to hear no injuries. SOMD Firearms community will suffer a bit as well as those who work there

 

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eddiek2000

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Whitty Whit said:

Glad to hear no injuries. SOMD Firearms community will suffer a bit as well as those who work there

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Doubtfull. As I would not go there and there are many others who feel the same.

Glad no one was hurt.

 

• Oct 13, 2014

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rickyp

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eddiek2000 said:

Doubtfull. As I would not go there and there are many others who feel the same.

Glad no one was hurt.

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This is not a Freds Sports bashing tread. If you want to bash them please make your own tread.
I posted this because a lot of people will be interested. I know lots do not like the prices they ask or the service however it is still a resorce for us all and lot of people love them. This resource is going to be gone for a while and at the start of hunting season. People have bows there being repaired so them having a fire will impact a lot of us.

 

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Mdeng

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They were my go to shop when I needed/wanted something now. They helped me several times when I needed a part or accessory for a firearm. Yes I have even purchased guns at a reasonable price from them.

 

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Bald Fat Guy

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1. They are a full service brick and mortar store , with lots of things physically available right now.

2. While many afficianados may like to bash them , they are well know to the general public, and those just starting an intrest.

3. They provided easy access for those inclined to get the Evil HQL.

So yes , it would be an overall loss. Not to put the cart before the horse , hopfully the damage is less than apears at first , and they have good insurance.

 

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redeemed.man

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This sucks. We all lose when something like this happens. The State of MD has already torched many dealers out of business with the recent laws. We cannot afford to lose anymore firearms related businesses in MD.

 

• Oct 13, 2014

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bbguns

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boundlessdyad said:

The State of MD has already torched many dealers out of business with the recent laws. We cannot afford to lose anymore firearms related businesses in MD.

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True enough. I'm sure there are some Md politicians who are thrilled with the fire...

 

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redeemed.man

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bbguns said:

True enough. I'm sure there are some Md politicians who are thrilled with the fire...

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Unfortunately it is likely the VAST majority of MD politicians who are thrilled with this fire.

 

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saleen89

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My heart and prayers go out for the owners and employees. As a small business owner I cannot imagine. Thankfully no one was hurt and hopefully it isn't as bad as it looks. I hate to see any business especially a ma and pa brick and mortar suffer from something like this...Good luck to them and their families.

 

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DaveP

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saleen89 said:

My heart and prayers go out for the owners and employees. As a small business owner I cannot imagine. Thankfully no one was hurt and hopefully it isn't as bad as it looks. I hate to see any business especially a ma and pa brick and mortar suffer from something like this...Good luck to them and their families.

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This!
Had a fire in our biz many years ago.
Luckily, a passing MSP officer saw it and called it in.
Local FD was there quickly and got it contained with minimal damage, but it was STILL nightmare for us.

And I STILL hit Freds now and then, esp when I need something NOW.

 

• Oct 13, 2014

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PIT BULL

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I have done business on and off with Fred's ever since they first opened on Rt. 5 in Waldorf back in the mid to late 70's. Glad there were no injuries.