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MCFRS Respond to Fire in Montgomery Village Monday Morning

Published November 6, 2023 at 2:43PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire in the 9000blk of Center Way Rd, near Goshen Rd in Montgomery Village on Monday, November 6 around 10am. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was located in a pre-fabricated chimney and was caused by an overloaded fireplace. There was minor extension into the second floor of the home. There are no reported injuries and two occupants have been displaced.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Centerway Rd, Flower Hill/Montgomery Village, pre-fabricated chimney, overloaded fireplace, (burning construction debris in fireplace), no injury, 1 family displaced” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Respond to Serious Motorcycle Collison Sunday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published November 5, 2023 at 4:06PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to serious collision involving a motorcyclist on Sunday, November 4. The incident occurred around 1pm on US-29 Columbia Pike at Musgrove Road (Fairland). According to public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, the motorcyclist was transported to an area Trauma Center with serious to critical injuries.

SERIOUS MOTORCYCLE CRASH: ~1PM Sunday, US-29 Columbia Pike at Musgrove Road (Fairland/Montgomery County, MD). Motorcyclist transported to an area Trauma Center with serious to critical injuries. https://t.co/UcS8WdGzTZ

MCFRS Respond to Fire Saturday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published November 4, 2023 at 4:16PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire on Saturday, November 4, on Littleton St (Stoneybrook Estates) in Wheaton-Glenmont. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, a brush/grass fire that was likely caused by improperly discarded/displaced fire pit ashes, spread to a nearby shed. The fire has been extinguished and damage is estimated to be ~$5,000.

There were no injuries reported but “a woodchuck (or two) may be displaced.” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Update: Thursday Morning Fire Causes Approximately $3 Million in Damage; Two Cats Unaccounted For

By Patrick Herron

Published November 3, 2023 at 1:00PM

A fire at 687 Lofstrand Lane in Rockville has caused approximately $3 million in damage. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, ~95 firefighters respond to the scene around 5:15am on Thursday, November 2. The fire originated at Soto Leeson Linen Service and spread next door to Motor Works Inc. The fire at the commercial building also involved some parked vehicles.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, although it is believed to have been accidental. There were no injuries reported, but two cats are currently missing/unaccounted for.

Update: Thursday Morning Fire That Required ~95 Firefighters Has Been Extinguished

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2023 at 9:06AM | Updated November 2, 2023 at 9:32AM

A fire that required approximately 95 firefighters on Thursday morning has been extinguished and is under control, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS). MCFRS remains on the scene with hotspots and smoldering debris. Additional photos are available below.

MCFRS responded to a call for a second alarm fire at a strip mall on Lofstrand Ln, between Taft St. and Southlawn Ln. in Rockville on Thursday morning. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, approximately 95 firefighters are on the scene and about 50% of the fire was knocked out by 6:15am. The fire is described as “significant” and was through the roof of the strip mall (laundry mat, auto body shop) upon MCFRS arrival. The fire at the commercial building also involves some parked vehicles. There are no injuries and the cause of the fire is under investigation (likely accidental).

MCFRS Respond to Early Morning Fire at Germantown Apartment Complex

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2023 at 6:50AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) was dispatched to 20253 Shipley Terrace, near Wynnfield Dr., in Germantown for fire on the balcony at approximately 1am early Thursday morning.

According to MCFRS Spokesperson David Pazos, “units on scene extinguished a small fire on a balcony apartment from discarded smoking material with no extension or reported injuries. No displacement occurred due to the fire.”

Approximately 95 Firefighters Respond to 2-Alarm Fire in Rockville Thursday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2023 at 6:31AM | Updated November 2, 2023 at 8:59AM

8:45am Update: The fire has been extinguished and is under control. MCFRS remains on the scene with hotspots and smoldering debris. The cause of the fire is under investigation (likely accidental), and there is significant structural damage). Additional photos below.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a second alarm fire at a strip mall on Lofstrand Ln, between Taft St. and Southlawn Ln. in Rockville on Thursday morning.

Firefighters Secure Loose Dog Following Crash on I-270 Tuesday Night

By MCS Staff

Published October 31, 2023 at 11:07PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a crash on northbound I-270 between exit 6B W. Montgomery Avenue and exit 8 Shady Grove Rd at approximately 10:30pm on Tuesday night.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer the crash involving at least one vehicle blocked some lanes. A dog riding in the car escaped from the vehicle, but was safely secured firefighters. There were no other injuries. Featured photo by @youcancallmenate on Instagram.

Driver Backs Into Building in Stoney Mill Square (Near Korean Korner) Sunday Evening

By MCS Staff

Published October 29, 2023 at 6:44PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) have responded to the 12200blk Veirs Mill Rd., near Randolph Rd. (in the area of Korean Corner), for a collision involving a driver backing a vehicle up into the building in the Stoney Mill Square shopping center at approximately 5:30pm.

The vehicle primarily hit the entrance of Quickway and partially hit the entrance of King Pollo. Several units have responded and a building inspector has been requested. One witness has claimed that a driver hit another car before backing into the building. No word on injuries or a cause for the collision at this moment. Featured photo courtesy of Claudia Reyes (@ok_calirey)

MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire Sunday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published October 29, 2023 at 1:28PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at 12001 Old Columbia Pike (Columbia Towers) in White Oak on Sunday, October 29 around 11:45am. The fire was located in a 7th floor apartment and has been extinguished. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire alarm at the building was not operating and smoke was reported on multiple floors.

There are no reported injuries and the building is now being reoccupied. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Offers Child Safety Seat Inspections in Various Locations Across The County

By MCS Staff

Published October 25, 2023 at 8:38AM

Infant & Child Car Seat Safety IMPORTANT UPDATE (haga clic aquí para español) In-person car seat checks: Click here if you are interested in scheduling an in-person car seat appointment . […]