7:03pm update: All Northbound and Southbound lanes of MD-355 (Frederick Ave) at Maryland Ave have reopened. Expect residual delays.

A vehicle struck a gas line Tuesday evening at Gaithersburg Plaza, prompting partial evacuations, a large emergency response, and the closure of a major stretch of MD-355 through the heart of Gaithersburg.


Updated with a summary of events by MCPD.

Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded at approximately 1:16 a.m. Sunday to the area of Norbeck Road and Hannans Way in Rockville/Aspen Hill for a fatal collision involving two motorcycles. (more…)


Fire officials from across the Washington region gathered Thursday to remind residents that fireworks are dangerous and should be left to professionals ahead of Independence Day celebrations. Representatives from agencies in Washington, D.C., Montgomery County, Arlington County and Alexandria also conducted a live demonstration showing how illegal fireworks can cause serious injuries and property damage. (more…)


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