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Update: Family Displaced, Approximately $400K in Damage Caused By House Fire

Published July 25, 2023 at 3:26PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a house fire on the 11800blk Goodloe Rd., off Dewey Road, near Viers Mill Elementary School shortly before 11:30 on Tuesday morning. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, crews arrived to heavy fire conditions. Two firefighters were treated for non-life threatening injuries and there were no civilian injuries. Damage is estimated to be ~400K and four adults have been displaced.

The origin/cause of the fire is currently under investigation but fire investigators did locate damaged lithium batteries at the scene. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Smoke Visible From Miles Away Due to Tuesday Morning House Fire

By MCS Staff

Published July 25, 2023 at 12:20PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a house fire on the 11800blk Goodloe Rd., off Dewey Road, near Viers Mill Elementary School shortly before 11:30 on Tuesday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, crews arrived to see the fire showing upon arrival. Many readers have written to us via social media from miles away letting us know that the fire is visible. Piringer tweeted a video from the scene shortly after 12:00pm that showed lots of smoke coming from the home as crews continue to work. The video can be seen below.

MCFRS Respond to Collision Involving Motorcycle and Dump Truck Monday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published July 24, 2023 at 5:12PM | Updated July 24, 2023 at 5:40PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving a motorcycle and a dump truck on Monday, July 24 around 4:30pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the collision occurred on Ridge Rd and Hawkes Rd in Damascus, close to Cedar Grove Elementary School, and involved one person trapped under the truck. EMS evaluated one adult with Priority 2 trauma.

According to MCPD, “Ridge Rd. is closed at Hawkes Rd. as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” We will post an update when additional information becomes available.

Olney’s 28th National Night Out (The Largest in Montgomery County) Returns on August 1

By MCS Staff

Published July 24, 2023 at 6:59AM | Updated July 24, 2023 at 6:50PM

Headline updated to reflect that Olney’s NNO event is the biggest in Montgomery County

An Olney summer tradition returns on August 1 when local first responders and the community come together to celebrate Olney’s 28th National Night Out (NNO), from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Fair Hill shopping center, located at Olney-Sandy Spring Road and Spartan Road.

MCFRS Respond to Collision With Rollover and Entrapment on I-495

By Patrick Herron

Published July 23, 2023 at 5:13PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision with rollover and entrapment on Sunday, July 23 around 3pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the collision occurred on the outer loop I-495 between Old Georgetown Road and River Road, near the Bradley Boulevard overpass. Piringer tweeted that a single vehicle struck and bounced off the median (Jersey wall,) crossed all lanes of traffic and ended up off the road and flipped over in bushes.

One patient was extricated from the vehicle and transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Missing Swimmer Pulled From Potomac River by Rescue Crews; Transported to Hospital in Critical Condition

By Patrick Herron

Published July 22, 2023 at 1:22PM | Updated July 22, 2023 at 10:14PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the Potomac River, in the area of Great Falls, across from Madeira Point ( Billy Goat Trail A) for the report of a swimmer in distress. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, an adult male was swimming from the Virginia shore and had been swept downstream. Rescue boats were on the water within 10 minutes and the swimmer was located and pulled from the water ~6 minutes later by rescue swimmers.

The patient was transported to the hospital in critical life-threatening condition. Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department assisted. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Rockville Police: Water Main Break to Close Road for Several Hours

By MCS Staff

Published July 22, 2023 at 7:32AM

Per Rockville Police: Water Main Break/Road Closed Alert – 7/22/23 7:15 a.m. Water main break in the 25000 block of Lindley Terrace (off of Wootton Parkway). Road will be closed for the next several hours. City of Rockville Public Works crews are heading on scene. Water service will disrupted in the area.

https://twitter.com/rockvillecitypd/status/1682711776738127872?s=46&t=p5q6YKIPojSzB8gCMgZMiA

MCFRS Responds to Early Morning House Fire in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published July 20, 2023 at 7:32AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call at approximately 3:15am Thursday morning for a fire at one-story single family home on the 14300 block of Marian Drive off of Glen Mill Rd in Rockville.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, there was heavy fire that was fully involved upon arrival that crews were able to extinguish. The house is considered a total loss, but there were no injuries as the house was vacant at the time of the fire. The cause and origin of the fire are still to be determined.

Kensington VFD resumes Summer Movie Nights This Saturday

By Cordell Pugh

Published July 20, 2023 at 7:07AM

This Saturday, July 22, the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Kensington are resuming their Summer Movie Night. This weekend, Wreck-It Ralph will be shown at dusk in St. Paul Park on the big screen.

Starting at 7PM, activities and games will be available in the Park, including a water balloon toss and the Fire Department’s Safety House. The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department encourages moviegoers to bring blankets, picnics, friends and family. Pizza, Popcorn, and other refreshments will be available for purchase. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=298801665876692

Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Honors 39 Public Safety Officials its 29th Annual Public Safety Awards Ceremony

By MCS Staff

Published July 18, 2023 at 7:15PM

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) has hosted its 29^th Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast honoring men and women who provide public safety in the Upcounty. A total of 39 public safety officials from several jurisdictions were recognized and awarded a citation from the Maryland State Senate and Congressman David Trone.

The awards ceremony took place on Friday, June 14 at 7:30am at the Montgomery County Agricultural Center in Gaithersburg.The program with details on each award winner can be seen in the links above. A link to the photo album from the event is available here.

Rockville Volunteer Fire Department Responded to Rollover That Required Extrication on Monday Night

By MCS Staff

Published July 18, 2023 at 12:17PM

Per the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department (RVFD): Paramedic Engine 703 and Ambulance 703 were dispatched for the vehicle collision at Mannakee St and Wilson Ave in Rockville on Monday night, where the arriving units discovered a vehicle overturned with a patient trapped inside

Units requested the Rescue Squad & Advanced Life Support, bringing additional paramedics, firefighters and equipment to the scene. Rescue Squad 703 arrived shortly after and utilized a tie back set up with Paratech rescue struts to stabilize the vehicle. The rescue squad crew then proceeded to cut the windshield to access the victim and remove them from the vehicle. The extrication was completed under 10 minutes from fire department arrival on scene (video available below, per the RVFD).