Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to major utility issues affecting the 11200 block of Georgia Avenue in Wheaton on Wednesday, where a significant water leak and power outage impacted multiple large buildings, including the Arrive Wheaton apartments and the Safeway store.
According to MCFRS spokesperson Pete Piringer, an estimated 300,000 gallons of water flooded a lower level sub-basement area, power was shut down as a precaution, traffic signals were affected, and as many as 1,000 residents and occupants may be impacted. Building inspectors and emergency management officials have been notified.
We will provide an update if additional verified information becomes available.
Update – IAO 11200blk Georgia Av, Safeway/Arrive Wheaton Apts, Significant utility issue, power out, water leak/flood (lower level) sub basement, estimated 300K gallons of water contained in large room/area, power controlled as caution, building inspector & Emergency Mgt notified https://t.co/YX6AaGVIcx pic.twitter.com/VaGYcJHysz
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 3, 2025
