MCFRS Archives - Page 139 of 181

MCFRS Respond to Overturned Construction Equipment That Resulted in Fuel Spill in C&O Canal

Published September 29, 2023 at 3:58PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to an overturned heavy equipment/excavator with fuel spill at the C&O Canal, about one mile north of Swains Lock in Travilah. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the incident resulted in fuel spilling into the canal and HazMat is currently assisting. There were no injuries reported. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Update – C & O Canal IAO Swains Lock, @mcfrs HazMat (HM707), UTV731, PE710 handling small fuel spill, no injuries @COcanalNPS @MontgomeryCoMD pic.twitter.com/oDAzLjhh1y

Three Injured in Collision Tuesday Morning in Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published September 26, 2023 at 7:59AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a collision involving three vehicles at approximately 6am at W. Diamond Ave and Bureau Dr. at the NIST entrance on Tuesday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, three patients were evaluated. All three sustained non-life threatening injuries. Some lanes were blocked due to the crash with residual delays. The crash is under investigation.

Teen Struck by Driver Tuesday Morning in Montgomery Village; East Village Ave Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published September 26, 2023 at 7:36AM | Updated September 26, 2023 at 9:41AM

Update: All lanes are now open. Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 7:21am on Tuesday, September 26: “A traffic collision has East Village Ave. closed between Heritage Farm Dr. […]

Downed Tree Causes Power Outages and Road Closures Monday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Published September 25, 2023 at 6:11PM | Updated September 25, 2023 at 6:51PM

A large tree down at Dale Drive and Grace Church Road has caused power outages in the Silver Spring/Montgomery Hills/Forest Glen area on Monday evening. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS, multiple people were briefly stuck on the elevators at the Forest Glen Metro station.

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 5:53pm: “TRAFFIC ADVISORY: A down tree and wires has Dale Dr. closed between Crosby Rd. and Woodland Dr. Expect significant delays. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route.” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Respond to Vehicle Fire in Bethesda Garage

By Patrick Herron

Published September 25, 2023 at 10:55AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a car fire in a parking garage at the intersection of Auburn Ave and Norfolk Ave in Bethesda. According to MCFRS Assistant Chief David Pazos, “MCFRS units located a vehicle fire on the 3rd floor of the parking garage. Fire has been extinguished with no occupants injured. Smoke is being removed, and FD presence should be downsized shortly.” There were no reported injuries.

We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Respond to Fallen Tree on Vehicle Sunday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published September 24, 2023 at 2:32PM | Updated September 24, 2023 at 2:49PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 13500 blk of W. Old Baltimore Rd, near Lake Ridge Dr in Boyds for the report of a fallen tree on a vehicle. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the person that was driving vehicle is out and there were no serious injuries.

W. Old Baltimore Rd is blocked between Lake Ridge Dr and Broadway Ave. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Respond to Vehicle Fire Sunday Morning Near Leisure World

By Patrick Herron

Published September 24, 2023 at 12:10PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to Georgia Avenue, near International Drive, for the report of a vehicle fire on Sunday, September 24, around 11am. Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piring reports that northbound Georgia Avenue is blocked off at Rossmoor Drive, near Leisure World. Drivers should expect delays. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of @izzy.g5451 on Instagram.

Georgia Avenue near International drive, @mcfrs PE725, AT740, PE740 responding, vehicle fire, some lanes blocked

Fire Pits and Open Burning Guidelines, Restrictions and Safety Information

By MCS Staff

Published September 23, 2023 at 3:28PM

It’s September 23, 2023 and   fall is here. Many may want to spend quality time outdoors before winter, and the The Takoma Park police department has asked residents to be mindful of all Montgomery County rules regarding open burning and the use of fire pits. Please be sure you are adhering to all county guidelines and using precautions when using a fire pit:

Courtesy of Takoma Park Police

Jackknifed Tractor Trailer on I-495 Saturday Morning; Multiple Collisions Reported Across the County

By Patrick Herron

Published September 23, 2023 at 8:38AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the outer loop of I-495 between Connecticut Ave and Rockville Pike, in the area of Cedar Lane, for the report of a jackknifed tractor with fuel spill on Saturday, September 23, around 8am. According to the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security, this will be an extended incident and drivers should seek an alternate route if possible.

Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer also reported the following collisions between 7-8:30am:

Child Struck by Driver Friday in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 5:18PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 8400 blk of Old Georgetown Road, near Greenwich Neighborhood Park, in Bethesda for the report of a child pedestrian struck by a driver. According to Montgomery County Police, Old Georgetown Road is closed at Glenwood Rd. Drivers should seek an alternate route and expect significant delays.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Old Georgetown Road at Glenwood Road is shut down following a collision.
Drivers should seek an alternate route. #MCPD #MCPNews pic.twitter.com/rRwe3ctVAc

MCFRS Respond to Collision With Vehicle Fire Friday Afternoon in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 12:55PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to a collision with vehicle fire on Friday, September 22 on Great Seneca Highway, near Wisteria Dr. in Germantown. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, “Several people left the scene quickly, otherwise vehicle fire is being being extinguished. It appears people that left the scene are in the company of police.

We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of @shxt_idk on Instagram.