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MCFRS Assist With 3-Alarm Fire in College Park

Published August 21, 2023 at 10:15AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MFCRS) assisted with a 3-alarm fire that occurred Monday, August 21, in College Park Maryland. According to the Prince George’s County Fire Department, “Approx 8:10am #PGFD units were dispatched to the 10100 block of Baltimore Ave in College Park for a reported structure fire. On scene crews found a 3-story multi-family dwelling w/fire showing through roof.” The bulk of the fire had been extinguished by 9am.

We will post an update when additional information is available.

Man Struck by Red Line Train Late Friday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published August 18, 2023 at 1:43PM

The Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call at the Forest Glen Station in Silver Spring where a man was struck by a Red Line train shortly before noon Friday morning.

According to MTPD, the man was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. “Based on a review of video, he appears to intentionally place himself in the path of the train.” Due to the ongoing investigation, Red Line trains continue to single track between Silver Spring & Forest Glen. Check @Metrorailinfo for latest service info. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Update: Officers Investigate Georgia Avenue Collision

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 9:43PM

The preliminary investigation has revealed that a gray Audi A6 was traveling southbound on Georgia Avenue when it struck a Red heavy duty Ford Truck and trailer that was attempting to turn onto northbound Georgia Avenue. The truck spun, detaching from its trailer and collided with a Chevy Traverse. The detached trailer then spilled into the road and was hit by a white Ford Taurus.

MCFRS Respond to Multi-Vehicle Collision Thursday Evening; Six Transported to Hospital

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 8:13PM | Updated August 17, 2023 at 10:02PM

Pazos tweeted, “In addition to 6 transport units and 2 dozen fire dept personnel, a MCFRS hazmat unit responded to the scene for vehicles with fuel spills. Traffic is being diverted from the scene, and units are starting to release the scene to MCPD.”

Per Montgomery County Police: “Georgia Avenue at Kayson Street is closed as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect delays.”

Montgomery County’s Urban Search and Rescue Team Has Left For Maui

By MCS Staff

Published August 16, 2023 at 4:16PM

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich made the following statement via social media: “Montgomery County’s Urban Search and Rescue team today is on its way to assist and will use its training and equipment in this massive recovery effort in Hawaii led by Maui County, the State of Hawaii, and FEMA. Our Montgomery County Urban Search and Rescue team is part of a highly specialized 70-member group known as Maryland Task Force 1. This team is among the best in the country, so it has experience with situations like this. It is my hope that its presence will help bring closure to the families impacted by this terrible tragedy.

Our thoughts go out to the people of Maui County and the people of Hawaii as they deal with this unthinkable event. This assignment will be difficult for all the search and rescue teams that have been deployed. I want to thank them for their unwavering commitment to assist others in their time of need. The search and rescue teams will make sure people in need get the help they deserve.

Metro Police Investigates Clothing Set on Fire on the Top Floor of Glenmont Metro Parking Garage

By MCS Staff

Published August 16, 2023 at 1:56PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a report of “someone burning clothes on the top floor” of the Glenmont Metro Parking garage at approximately 11am on Wednesday morning.

According to MCFRS Assistant Chief David Pazos, Metro employees were able to extinguish the burning clothes on the top floor of the garage. There were no injuries and no extension of the fire. “Metro Police has taken over the scene while the fire department units go in-service.” No details currently available on why the fire was started. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

MCFRS Respond to Overturned Vehicle Tuesday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2023 at 4:55PM | Updated August 15, 2023 at 5:33PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and Montgomery County Police responded to a collision involving an overturned vehicle on Georgia Ave, near Plyers Mill Rd in Wheaton on Tuesday, August 15 around 4:30pm. No additional information is available at this time. We will post an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of @spinsal on Instagram.

MCFRS Respond to Car Fire at Montgomery Mall

By MCS Staff

Published August 15, 2023 at 12:37PM

Several Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) units responded to 7101 Democracy Blvd (Montgomery Mall) for a car fire in the garage near Nordstroms. The car fire was quickly extinguished with no damage to the garage structure and no injuries.

MCFRS responded to 7101 Democracy Blvd(Montgomery Mall) for a car fire in the garage near Nordstroms. Car was extinguished with no damage to the structure and no injuries. @DavidPazos15 @mcfrsPIO pic.twitter.com/IYwfeQXi7l

MCFRS Respond to House Fire Monday in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published August 14, 2023 at 5:59PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 1100blk of Grandin Ave in Rockville on Monday, August 11, for the report of a fire. According to MCFRS Battalion Chief Jason Blake, crews arrived to find a small bedroom fire. All occupants of the home are accounted for and there were no injuries reported.

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

Driver Crashes Into House in Montgomery Village

By MCS Staff

Published August 14, 2023 at 5:37PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the 19000 block of Crested Iris Way in Montgomery Village for the report of a vehicle driven into a townhome. The incident occurred around 5pm on Monday, August 14. There were no injuries reported and no patients were transported. Montgomery County Police are currently on scene.

MCFRS Respond to House Fire in Laytonsville Area Sunday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 14, 2023 at 8:28AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a house fire at approximately 9:30pm on the 7600 block of Hawkins Creamery Rd near Laytonsville on Sunday night.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer and Assistant Chiefs James Carpenter and David Pazos, crews from Montgomery and Howard County responded last night for an outside fire that extended to the roof of the single family home, before crews were able to extinguish it. A family of five (two adults and three children) along with two dogs and a cat have been displaced, but were uninjured. One firefighter was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.