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NB Wisconsin Avenue Shut Down Following Collision Involving Motorcycle

Published October 12, 2022 at 7:46AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) we’re called to the scene of a traumatic injury due to a collision involving a motorcycle a little after 7am Wednesday morning, according to MCFRS Chief Spokeperson Pete Piringer.

The collision occurred in the northbound lanes of Wisconsin Avenue and Chestnut Street in Chevy Chase. Northbound Wisconsin Ave has been shut down as emergency medical services continue to evaluate a traumatic injury. Montgomery County Police has issued the following traffic advisory: Northbound Wisconsin Ave at Chestnut is shut down following a traffic collision. Drivers should expect significant delays and seek alternate routes.

Muddy Branch Square Giant Temporarily Evacuated for Investigation of Fuel Odor

By MCS Staff

Published October 12, 2022 at 7:29AM | Updated October 12, 2022 at 7:49AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services are on the scene at Giant in Muddy Branch Square (Gaithersburg) investigating a fuel odor in the store., according to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. The store, located at 842 Muddy Branch Rd., has been temporarily evacuated during the investigation.

We’ll have an update once additional information is available.

Small Fire at Maiwand Grill in Burtonsville Quickly Extinguished; No Injuries or Damage to Restaurant

By MCS Staff

Published October 11, 2022 at 5:34AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for smoke inside of Maiwand Grill, a popular restaurant serving Afghan cuisine in Burtonsville for approximately 20 years, on Monday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, there was no smoke or fire evident from outside of the restaurant upon arrival. The small fire, likely on the stove top, was quickly controlled and extinguished and there were no injuries. Units checked the exhaust systems and the restaurant is not likely to close for any period of time stemming from the small fire.

No Injuries After Fire at Montgomery County Transfer Station

By MCS Staff

Published October 8, 2022 at 1:47PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the Montgomery County Transfer Station at 16101 Frederick Rd. in Derwood (near Shady Grove Road) around noon today for a fire in large trash compactor, according to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. According to Piringer, the fire confined to the trash compactor on lower level. The fire caused some smoke, but there were no injuries. Front end loaders and other heavy equipment will assist with complete extinguishment of the fire.

(~12noon) 16101 Frederick Rd., near Shady Grove Road, transfer Station, fire in large trash compactor, @mcfrs PE728, E703, RS703, PE731, PE732, PE708, PE731, PAT708, A703, BC703, BC704, SA700 & others responded

Everyone Urged to Raise Awareness of Potential Fire Hazards During 100th Anniversary of National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 9-15

By Patrick Herron

Published October 5, 2022 at 7:39PM

The Fire Prevention and Code Compliance division of the County’s Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is a team of inspectors, engineers, program managers and administrative support staff who are responsible for performing periodic inspections of establishments after the permitting process is complete.

According to Fire Code Compliance Manager Patsy Warnick, the team represents the fire department on all technical matters outside of emergency operations.

Traffic Incident Closes Beall Ave in Rockville; Significant Delays Expected

By MCS Staff

Published October 4, 2022 at 8:23AM

Per Montgomery County Police: Beall Avenue is closed in both directions, between Upton Street and N. Van Buren Street, as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.

Rockville Police: 10/4/22 – 7:45 a.m.: Due to a traffic incident, police activity has closed Beall Ave at N. Van Buren St and Forest Ave. Seek alternative routes.

2nd Alarm Fire Off Norbeck Rd Friday Night

By MCS Staff

Published September 30, 2022 at 9:24PM | Updated September 30, 2022 at 9:57PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a 2nd alarm fire on the 3500 block of Landing Way off of Norbeck Rd near Georgia Avenue, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer (video below).

Crews arrived on the scene at approximately 8pm to find several townhouses affected by the fire. Just before 9pm, the bulk of the fire was knocked down as crees continue to work on multiple hotspots. There were no injuries reported, but several families will likely be displaced.

Vehicle Struck by Freight Train; No Injuries Reported

By Patrick Herron

Published September 29, 2022 at 8:19PM | Updated September 29, 2022 at 8:44PM

According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer, a utility truck was struck by a train in the area of the Nebel St railroad crossing in Rockville around 7:30pm on Thursday evening. The truck ended up on the CSX railroad tracks between Randolph Rd & Nicholson Rd and the driver/occupant(s) of the vehicle reportedly left the scene before fire and rescue arrived. There have been no injuries reported.

Update – Randolph Rd IAO Nebel St, CSX RR Crossing CLOSED/BLOCKED, CSX freight train struck a vehicle ON the RR tracks south of the RR crossing https://t.co/azUurWoD9P pic.twitter.com/Yy7sufiwKa

Vacuum Causes Early Sunday Morning Fire; No Injuries

By MCS Staff

Published September 25, 2022 at 8:04AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call at approximately 12:30am, just after midnight on Sunday morning, for smoke coming from a two story home on the 700 block of Silver Spring avenue. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the build of the fire was knocked down on the first floor by 12:50am with firefighters checking for possible extension of the fire.

According to Piringer, there were multiple competent ignition sources, but based upon statements from the occupant of the home and the pattern of the fire, the cause was likely a vacuum cleaner in close proximity to a mattress. The lone occupant of the home was able to get out safely and the home incurred approximately $100K worth of damages. The resident will be temporarily displaced. Additional photos below courtesy of MCFRS.

Police Investigating Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash In Montgomery County Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published September 18, 2022 at 6:37PM

Per Maryland State Police: Maryland State Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash in which one person was killed early this morning in Montgomery County.

Shortly after 3:35 a.m., troopers from the Maryland State Police Rockville Barrack responded to northbound Interstate-270 south of Montrose Road, where two separate, but related crashes occurred. According to a preliminary investigation, a 2015 Tesla Model S and a 2007 Toyota Sienna were traveling north on I-270 when the Tesla struck the rear of the Toyota before both vehicles came to a stop on the interstate. The driver and two of the five other passengers of the Toyota remained in the vehicle following the crash.

Public Safety Career Fair to be Held on Saturday, Oct. 22, in Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published September 16, 2022 at 7:41AM

Per Montgomery County: In partnership with Montgomery County’s public safety departments, its Office of Human Resources will hold a two-session Public Safety Career Fair for job seekers 18-and-over on Saturday, Oct. 22, at the County’s Public Safety Training Academy in Gaithersburg. The County is seeking to fill more than 100 positions across the County’s public safety cluster.

The Public Safety Training Academy is located at 8751 Snouffer School Rd. in Gaithersburg. The Public Safety Career Fair will have a morning session from 9-11 a.m. and an afternoon session from 1-3 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/JOBFAIR.