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Recent Seneca Valley Graduate and Family Lose Home in Friday Afternoon Fire; Community Rallies to Support

Published September 2, 2023 at 8:48PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a fire on the 23900 block of Trading Post Drive in Clarksburg around 3:30pm on Friday, September 1. Lucien Lee, a recent graduate of Seneca Valley High School, reached out to let us know he and his family lived in the home that was destroyed by the fire. The young man started a GoFundMe fundraiser to help the family as everything gets sorted out and they recover from their loss.

“Hello everyone i’m fundraising for my family and I, today september 1st 2023 our house was burned down. My parents are first generation immigrants and we’ve lived in maryland our whole lives. And now we have nothing other than our clothes on our back and our car. Today we lost everything I hope you guys could help us get back on our feet. God bless everyone.”

Two Adults, Two Cats, and One Dog Displaced After Saturday Morning Fire

By Patrick Herron

Published September 2, 2023 at 11:14AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a townhouse fire in the 8800 block of Thomas Lea Ter in Montgomery Village early Saturday morning. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the exterior fire was located around the chimney, with minimal interior extension.

There were no injuries reported and all occupants have been accounted for. Two adults, one dog, and two cats have been displaced. The cause of the fire is under investigation. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS Respond to House Fire Friday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published September 1, 2023 at 4:32PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a fire on the 23900 block of Trading Post Drive in Clarksburg around 3:30pm on Friday, September 1.

According to Assistant Chief David Pazos, “Units encountered fire through the roof with exposures on the left and right of the townhouse. One civilian is being evaluated on the scene,” and “Units will remain on the scene for an extended time while various hot spots are extinguished, and fire investigators have completed their work.”

Clarksburg Road Closed Due to Collision Involving Motorcycle

By Patrick Herron

Published September 1, 2023 at 4:30PM | Updated September 1, 2023 at 5:26PM

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 4:09pm on Friday, September 1: “Clarksburg Road is closed at Moxley Road due to a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” We will post an update when additional information is available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

MCFRS has dispatched units to the 28500 blk of Clarksburg Rd(Clarksburg) for a cyclist struck. Units on the scene have requested aviation and will be landing near the intersection of Woodview Dr/Clarksburg Rd. Traffic will be affected. @DavidPazos15 @mcfrsPIO pic.twitter.com/Y8DcI2Qw2H

Update: Bicyclist Struck and Killed by Driver Wednesday Night in Germantown; Police Investigating

By Patrick Herron

Published August 31, 2023 at 10:29AM

Montgomery County Police are investigating a collision that occurred on Wednesday, August 30, in the area of Frederick Road and Gunners Branch Road in Germantown. According to MCPD: “At approximately 9:49 p.m., 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the location for the report of a collision involving a bicyclist. The preliminary investigation revealed that the bicyclist was struck by a silver Acura traveling northbound on Frederick Road.

Detectives are investigating the involvement of additional vehicles in the collision. The driver of the Acura remained at the scene. The bicyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the collision. A news release will be distributed later today, once more information becomes available. The name of the deceased will be released following proper notification of next of kin.”

Bicyclist Struck by Driver Wednesday Night in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published August 30, 2023 at 10:37PM

According to public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, a bicyclist was struck and critically injured on Southbound Frederick Rd (MD-355) near Gunners Branch Rd/Scenery Dr around 9:35pm on Wednesday, August 30th. Montgomery County Police tweeted the following at 10:22pm: “TRAFFIC ADVISORY – N. Frederick Avenue is closed at Plummer Drive due to a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.”

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

Update: Two Adults and Two Children Displaced After Gaithersburg House Fire

By Patrick Herron

Published August 25, 2023 at 9:07AM

Approximately 65 firefighters responded to an attic fire in the 7400 Blk of Rosewood Manor Lane in Gaithersburg on Thursday, August 24. According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Pete Piringer, two adults and two children have been displaced. No civilians were injured and one firefighter was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Update: All Lanes of Layhill Rd Now Open at Bel Pre Rd Following Friday Morning Collision

By MCS Staff

Published August 25, 2023 at 9:06AM | Updated August 25, 2023 at 7:15PM

Update 7:12pm: All lanes of Layhill Rd (MD 182) at Bel Pre Rd have cleared following emergency utility work.

At approximately 6:30am on Friday morning, Montgomery a county Police informed the public that Layhill Rd. is closed at Bel Pre Rd. as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and significant delays are expected. A reader sent in a photo of the collision, which involves an SUV that was driven into a utility pole.

MCFRS Respond to House Fire in Gaithersburg on Thursday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published August 24, 2023 at 5:36PM | Updated August 24, 2023 at 7:41PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to an attic fire in the 7400 Blk of Rosewood Manor Lane in Gaithersburg on Thursday, August 24. MCFRS tweeted that crews arrived to heavy fire conditions at the single family home. The fire has been extinguished and there are no reported injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

MCFRS – 7400 Blk Rosewood Manor Lane – Single family House/Attic fire- Initial Assignment & RID Heavy Fire upon arrival. Fire Out beginning Overhaul and Investigation. All residents ok. @mcfrsPIO pic.twitter.com/GyDDTyfnpb

Montgomery County Bomb Squad to Conduct Training That May Cause Loud Booms On Wednesday in Poolesville

By MCS Staff

Published August 22, 2023 at 1:35PM

According to Montgomery County Police social media, the Montgomery County Bomb Squad will be conducting explosives training at the Outdoor Shooting Range off of Elmer School Rd. in Poolesville, on Wednesday, August 22, 2023 from 9am-3 p.m.

Residents in the Poolesville/Dickerson area may hear louder than usual “booms,” however there is no need for alarm.

Connecticut Ave Closed in Both Directions Tuesday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published August 22, 2023 at 9:57AM | Updated August 22, 2023 at 9:44PM

UPDATE: An update provided on Tuesday night by Alert Montgomery states that all lanes have reopened in both directions on Connecticut Ave (MD-185) between Chevy Chase Lake Dr. and Dunlop St.

Connecticut Ave. is closed in both directions between Chevy Chase Lake Dr. & Dunlop St. in Chevy Chase as the result of downed trees and wires, according to a tweet from Montgomery County Police. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and to expect significant delays. We will post an update when additional information is available. Featured photo courtesy of @mr_dantej on Instagram.