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Pedestrian Hospitalized With Minor Injuries After Being Struck by Driver Tuesday Morning Near Northwood High School

Published October 17, 2023 at 11:46AM | Updated October 17, 2023 at 4:47PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and Montgomery County Police responded to a collision involving a pedestrian on Tuesday, October 17. According to police, “MCPD responded to the 900 block of University Blvd. for the report of a collision involving a pedestrian. The driver of the striking vehicle remained on scene. An adult male was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. This is an ongoing investigation.”

We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

MCFRS Respond to Arcing Power Line in Germantown Early Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published October 15, 2023 at 10:28AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire on the 10800 block of Brink Rd., near Leaman Ln. in Germantown at approximately 1:30am. Crews were dispatched for a house/vehicle fire, but instead encountered an arcing power line down with the fire not extending to the home.

We are told the power line went down after a vehicle was rear ended. That person alerted the homeowners and called 911. There were no injuries. The homeowner has provided us with the video below:

Train Hits Tow Truck in Forest Glen on Saturday Night

By MCS Staff

Published October 14, 2023 at 11:32PM | Updated October 15, 2023 at 7:59AM

Updated to include that the tow truck was stuck/disabled in the tracks.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a train hitting a tow truck at approximately 11PM on Saturday night.

Single-Vehicle Crash Sends One Person to the Hospital on Saturday Evening

By MCS Staff

Published October 14, 2023 at 7:36PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a collision involving one vehicle on Josiah Henson Pkwy between Montrose Rd. And Executive Blvd at approximately 5:30pm on Saturday evening.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the crash caused the driver of the vehicle to be trapped inside after striking a utility pole. Crews were able to extricate the driver who was transported to the hospital with priority 2 trauma (serious, but not life-threatening injuries). Some lanes remained blocked as of 7:15pm.

Teen Drives Off of Parking Garage During Driving Lesson; No Injuries

By MCS Staff

Published October 14, 2023 at 5:22PM

A driving lesson didn’t go as planned in Kensington on Saturday afternoon, as we are told a teen drove off the side of a parking garage during a driving lesson with an adult. The incident occurred on the 10600 block of Nash Place, off of Plyers Mill Rd, in Kensington shortly after 3pm. Luckily for both vehicle occupants, there were no injuries sustained.

According to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, a single vehicle rolled over/off barrier of the parking garage (about a 10′ drop) which is located behind a house on Nash Pl.” The vehicle ended up getting wedged between the backyard of the home and a wall. Both occupants were assisted in getting out of the vehicle and evaluated by EMS. No injuries were sustained.

MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire Saturday Morning in North Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published October 14, 2023 at 9:12AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to the 12,200 blk of Village Square Ter, near Parklawn Dr, for the report of a fire at the Village Square Apartment complex in North Bethesda on Saturday, October 14. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the was located on the first floor of the 4-story building and has been extinguished. EMS is evaluating two residents for smoke inhalation.

We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Transformer Fire Closes Portion of Old Georgetown Rd Saturday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published October 14, 2023 at 7:45AM

7:19am Update: All lanes are open at this time

Montgomery County Police has issued the following traffic advisory on Saturday morning (6:53am): “Utility work has westbound Old Georgetown Road closed from Tuckerman Lane to I-495. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.”

Update: Police Investigating Single Motorcycle Collision

By Patrick Herron

Published October 13, 2023 at 2:15PM | Updated October 13, 2023 at 6:23PM

Montgomery County Police are investigating a serious collision that occurred last night on Randolph Rd. According to police, “On Thursday, October 12, 2023, at approximately 7:25 p.m., 4th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the area of Randolph Road and Glenmont Circle for the report of a single motorcycle collision.

The investigation has revealed that the operator of the motorcycle was traveling westbound on Randolph Rd. prior to Glenmont Circle when the motorcycle collided with the curb for reasons that are still under investigation. As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist was ejected. The adult male motorcyclist, of Silver Spring, was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. More information will be released as it becomes available.”

Motorcyclist in Critical Condition Following Collision Thursday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Published October 12, 2023 at 8:27PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and Montgomery County Police responded to a collision involving a motorcyclist on Thursday, October 12 around 7:25pm. According to police, “At approximately 7:25 p.m., MCP officers responded to the area of Randolph Rd. and Glenallan Ave. for the report of a single vehicle collision. The preliminary investigation has revealed that the operator of a motorcycle lost control for reasons unknown at this time and sustained serious injuries. The adult male motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.“

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 8:12pm: ‘TRAFFIC ADVISORY – Westbound Randolph Rd. is closed at Glenallan Ave. due to a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Police Discover Dead Body After Responding to Vehicle Fire in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published October 11, 2023 at 4:00PM

Montgomery County Police is conducting a death investigation after an incident that occurred Wednesday morning in Gaithersburg. According to police, “On Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at approximately 9:36 a.m., MCPD and Fire Rescue personnel responded to the 17100 block of Downing Street for a vehicle on fire. The initial investigation has determined that an adult male was located deceased inside the vehicle.

The victim was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, where an autopsy will be conducted to officially determine the cause and manner of death. Preliminarily, no foul play is suspected, and there is no known threat to the public. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available.” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Cordell Pugh (@CordellTraffic).

MCFRS Respond to Collision Wednesday Afternoon in Potomac

By Patrick Herron

Published October 11, 2023 at 1:15PM | Updated October 11, 2023 at 2:29PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to a collision on Wednesday, October 11 in Potomac. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the collision occurred on Seven Locks Rd and Greentree Rd, in the Deerfield neighborhood. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Seven Locks Rd & Greentree Rd, Deerfield neighborhood, Potomac, collision, @mcfrs PE726, PE710, A710 on scene pic.twitter.com/l5OhTeaKCN