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MCFRS Respond to Fire at Bassett’s Restaurant

Published June 5, 2023 at 2:47PM | Updated June 5, 2023 at 3:16PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Bassett’s Restaurant at 19950 Fisher Ave in Poolesville on Monday, June 5 around 2pm. The fire has been contained and there are no injuries reported.

According to Assistant Chief for MCFRS David Pazos on Twitter, “MCFRS units extinguished all visible fire with no extension to the main building. No injuries were reported, and units are starting to leave the scene. Fire Code Enforcement has been requested to determine when the restaurant can open.” Featured photo courtesy of@jake.porter7123 on Instagram.

Montgomery County Resident Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Sunday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published June 5, 2023 at 1:01PM

Per the FSCO: At approximately 3:50 p.m., on June 4, Frederick County Sheriff Office (FCSO) deputies responded to a call for service at Park Mills Road near Monocacy Bottom Road in Frederick, for a reported vehicle crash involving a 1962 Daimler passenger car and a 2003 Suzuki motorcycle. Glenn Rice Jr., age 39, of Poolesville, Maryland, the motorcycle operator, sustained fatal injuries when he crossed the center double line and struck the passenger car head on.

The Frederick County (MD) Fire & Rescue responded and attempted lifesaving techniques. Emergency Medical Services personnel pronounced Rice deceased on scene. The passenger car operator and passenger received treatment at a local hospital for minor injuries. FCSO deputies made all appropriate next of kin notifications.

Medical Emergency Halts Traffic on Westbound ICC

By MCS Staff

Published June 4, 2023 at 1:31PM | Updated June 4, 2023 at 2:11PM

Update: All lanes are now open

We have received multiple reports of traffic on westbound ICC (MD-200) being at a standstill on Sunday afternoon. According to WTOP traffic there was a medical emergency on MD-200/Intercounty Connector westbound near the Muncaster Mill Rd overpass shortly before 1pm that has affected traffic. No additional information is currently available.

MCFRS Responds to Crash in Gaithersburg Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published June 4, 2023 at 1:21PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a single-vehicle crash at approximately 10:30am on Sunday morning. The crash occurred on Duvall Ln, off of West Deer Park Rd, in Gaithersburg and involved a car crashing into a tree.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, one patient was evaluated with non-life-threatening injuries and was not transported to the hospital following the crash. Photos below, courtesy of Pete Piringer.

Germantown House Fire Likely Caused by Improperly Discarded Smoking Materials; $50K in Damage

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2023 at 10:58AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire in the 11500 blk of Brundidge Terrace, near Brandermill Drive in Germantown on Thursday, June 1 around 6pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire originated along the base of a fence and was likely caused by improperly discarded smoking materials. Damage is estimated to be ~$50K and there were no injuries reported. Piringer reminds residents, “Tossing your butt off the deck may seem like the easiest way to get rid of a ‘lit’ cigarette, but it can also be the easiest way to start a fire. Don’t be a flicker.”

MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire Near Rio in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published May 30, 2023 at 9:44PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at 9900 Shelburne Terrace (Sawyer Flats apartment complex), off Rio Blvd in Gaithersburg on Tuesday, May 30 around 7:45pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was located in the walls on the third and fourth floors of the 4-story building. The building was evacuated and there were no injuries reported. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO: “Update – Shelburne Terrace, Sawyer Flats, fire in the walls, building evacuated, checking for extension, fire, appears to be contained on third and fourth floor, no fire in the attic, no injury”

MCFRS Respond to Collision With Rollover Monday in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published May 29, 2023 at 10:21PM

Baby Boy Born on I-270 on Thursday

By MCS Staff

Published May 26, 2023 at 3:45PM | Updated May 27, 2023 at 5:38PM

Healthy baby boy Conrad was born on the shoulder of 270N on May 25 at 5:51 PM. Dad reports mom and baby are doing great (photos below).

Heading to the hospital, the paramedics from Rockville Station 23 delivered the baby near exit 9, Sam Eig Highway. Mom and dad report the delivery was very quick and unexpected. Mom’s water broke as the ambulance pulled into their driveway and 20 minutes later a healthy 7lb 8oz, 20 inch baby Conrad made his entrance into the world. Mom and baby are receiving care at Holy Cross Germantown.

MCFRS Respond to Kitchen Fire in Senior Living Apartment Building

By Patrick Herron

Published May 24, 2023 at 10:21AM | Updated May 24, 2023 at 10:38AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) units responded to 14508 Homecrest Rd (Homecrest House Stein Building) in Sandy Spring for a small fire in a 2nd floor apartment. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was located in a kitchen and involved appliances/equipment. The fire was extinguished by maintenance crew prior to MCFRS arrival. Five patients were evaluated and two adults were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injures.

We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Four Lanes Closed On Portion of I-495 After State Trooper’s SUV Was Struck By Driver; At Least Two Transported to Hospital

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2023 at 6:33AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRA) were called to the scene of a collision on between Colesville Rd and New Hampshire Ave on the inner loop of I-495 at approximately 4:30am Monday morning.

According to a 6:15am update by Maryland State Police, “Shortly after 4:30 a.m. a trooper inside of his marked SUV was rear ended while working in a work zone area. He was transported to Shock Trauma. Maryland State Police Crash Team is on the scene. Lanes 1, 2, 3, 4 closed for the investigation. Motorists urged to find alternate routes.” According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, at least two adults were transported to the hospital, including the trooper, one with Pri 2 trauma (non-life-threatening) and one with Pri 3 trauma (non-life-threatening).

Driver Hits Townhouse in Burtonsville Sunday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published May 21, 2023 at 6:48PM | Updated May 21, 2023 at 7:40PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) was called to the scene of a single vehicle that was driven into a townhouse on the 3800 block of Cullingworth Rd near Blackburn Lane in Burtonsville at approximately 3pm on Sunday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, for reasons unknown at this time, the single vehicle appears to have “gently” hit the townhouse, causing minimal structural damage. No injuries were sustained due to the collision.