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Crash Closes Most Lanes of NB I-270

Published January 21, 2023 at 4:32PM

WTOP Traffic reports that the right lane only gets by on northbound I-270 near the Montgomery Village Ave exit (11), with northbound lanes going slow starting at Shady Grove Road and rubbernecking delays expected on southbound I-270.

According to Battalion Chief Steve Mann with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS), crews are on the scene of a collision with rollover on the main lanes of northbound I-270, under the railroad bridge, near Montgomery Village. Two adults are being evaluated with non-life threatening injuries.

Multiple MCFRS Units Respond to Fire in Rockville Friday Night

By MCS Staff

Published January 20, 2023 at 10:45PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a report of a house fire at approximately 8:40pm on the 700 block of Fletcher Ave in Rockville on Friday night, according to Assistant Fire Chief Dave Pazos.

Upon arrival, units began extinguishing a car fire in the car port with extension into the the first and second floor of the single family home. Additional units were dispatched to the scene as crews searched the home. Just after 9pm, Assistant Chief Pazos stated that MCFRS units confirmed all occupants of the home were out safely and uninjured. At that time, units continued to extinguish any of the remaining fire.

West Gude Drive Closed Due to Critical Injury Crash

By MCS Staff

Published January 17, 2023 at 4:31PM

West Gude Drive is closed near Watkins Pond Blvd and King Farm Stream Valley Park (Rockville, MD) due to a crash with ejection and critical injuries that occurred at approximately 2:30PM on Tuesday afternoon. The roadway will remain closed for crash reconstruction, according to our public safety reporter Cordell Pugh.

Montgomery County Police has issued a traffic advisory, stating that “West Gude Drive is closed between Gaither Rd. and Watkins Pond Blvd. due to a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Collision Closes Muncaster Mill Rd on Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published January 15, 2023 at 9:13AM | Updated January 15, 2023 at 1:32PM

Updated with additional information

Montgomery County Police issued a traffic advisory, at 8:05am on Sunday morning, that states Muncaster Mill Rd. is is closed between Windsor Manor Lane and Sycamore Lane due to a traffic collision. Per the advisory, drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and significant delays are expected.

Firefighter, Two Occupants Injured in Friday Afternoon Fire; Approximately $300K in Damage

By MCS Staff

Published January 14, 2023 at 8:58AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a 2-alarm fire on Westlake Drive near Montgomery Mall on Friday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, crews arrived to find heavy smoke on the second floor of the apartment complex. As of 4:45pm most of the fire had been knocked down with several crews on the scene. Firefighters rescued and assisted several occupants and additional EMS units were called to the scene.

2 Alarm Fire Closes Westlake Drive Near Montgomery Mall; Several Rescued

By MCS Staff

Published January 13, 2023 at 6:05PM | Updated January 14, 2023 at 9:01AM

Updated Saturday morning with additional information on cause, injuries, and damage.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a 2-alarm fire on Westlake Drive near Montgomery Mall on Friday afternoon.

Early Saturday Morning Fire Causes ~$25K in Damage, Displaces Two

By MCS Staff

Published January 7, 2023 at 9:22AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a fire on the 100 block of E Melbourne Ave off of Sudbury Rd in Silver Spring at approximately 2:30am on Saturday, according to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer.

The fire was on the second floor and attic of the single family home and started as an electrical fire in the attic. Two occupants and a dog that lived in the home were able to get out without injury while the fire was extinguished. Damage totaled approximately $25K ($10K structural, $15K contents). The two adults and dog will be displaced.

MCFRS Assist With Baby Delivery in Car on ICC New Year’s Morning

By MCS Staff

Published January 2, 2023 at 8:54AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) assisted in a baby delivery at approximately 6:45am on New Year’s morning, according to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer.

Per Piringer, “While driving to the hospital, the baby was delivered in the car on the ICC (great work by 911 caller and call-taker, prior to EMS arrival).” The call was initially reported as a medical emergency on westbound MD200 ICC between Georgia Ave. and Shady Grove Rd at 6:51am on Sunday morning, but a 7:04 update revealed that MCFRS EMIHS was “transporting 2 patients, mother & baby, NLT, Happy New Year!!!.” Photos below:

Approximately 85 Firefighters Respond to 2nd Alarm Fire Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published January 1, 2023 at 9:41AM | Updated January 1, 2023 at 10:21AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at the Glenmont Crossing Apartment complex on the 2300 block of Shorefield Rd, off of Georgia Avenue, a little before 6am on Sunday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, approximately 85 firefighters responded to the 2nd alarm fire and the fire was extinguished by 6:37am. At least five residents, including children, were rescued with ladders and others were assisted out of the complex. The occupants of the apartment where the fire originated closed the door behind them, helping to contain the fire. There were no serious injuries, but several families will be displaced.

Fire Causes ~$100K in Damage; Displaces Three in Potomac

By MCS Staff

Published December 31, 2022 at 9:46AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the 10400 block of Heathside Way in the Glen Club neighborhood of Potomac for a fire on the second floor of a townhouse at approximately 3pm on Friday.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the fire extended to the attic but the occupants of the home were able to get out of the home. A cat that was in the home was also able to escape. Per piringer, the fire started when a 2nd floor bathroom fan (vent) caught nearby combustibles on fire. There were no injuries, but approximately $100k in damage (~$75k structural and ~$25k contents). Three adults and the cat have been displaced and the Red Cross is assisting.

MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire in Bethesda Friday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2022 at 9:22AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call at 7170 Woodmont Ave, the Flats at Bethesda Ave apartment complex, for a fire on the fourth floor of the residential apartment building at approximately 7am on Friday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, a small fire on the stove top of a fourth floor apartment activated the sprinkler system. The fire was extinguished by the sprinkler and the firefighters that arrived on the scene cleared smoke from the area. There was minor extension of the fire and some water damage on the floors below, but no injuries.