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Single Vehicle Collision in Bethesda Early Monday Morning

Published May 2, 2022 at 1:31PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue (MCFRS) units were called to the scene of a single vehicle collision at approximately 2:30am on Monday morning for a person trapped inside of a Jeep that was left on its side following the collision at the 9700 block of Bellevue Drive off of 355 in Bethesda, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

The driver was extricated by rescue units and transported by to the hospital by EMS with Priority 2 trauma, suffering serious, but non-life threatening injuries. Photos courtesy of Pete Piringer.

3 Lanes of SB I-270 Closed; 2 Lanes of Veirs Mill Road/All of Meadow Hall Rd Closed Due to Collisions

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2022 at 7:05PM

Traffic collisions have closed parts of two major roads in Montgomery County this evening, according to Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County’s Office of Emergency Management.

Two lanes of Veirs Mill Road and all lanes of Meadow Hall Road are closed as a result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and are being warned to expect delays. Three lanes are closed on southbound 270 from Exit 4 (Montrose Rd) to Exit 1 (Democracy Blvd) as a result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and are warned to expect delays.

Two Children in Germantown Struck and Seriously Injured By Drivers in Separate Incidents

By MCS Staff

Published April 22, 2022 at 7:33PM

Two children were struck by drivers in two separate locations in Germantown Friday afternoon, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services PIO Pete Piringer.

The incidents occurred in close proximity (time & geography) on the 12200 block of Eagles Nest Ct. and the 18800 block of Waring Station Rd., near Roberto Clemente Middle School.

Gaithersburg Fire Leaves 5 People Displaced; Causes $50K in Damages

By MCS Staff

Published April 22, 2022 at 1:18PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Units were called to the 1000 block of Travis Lane of the Montgomery Meadows neighborhood in Gaithersburg after reports of a house fire just before 6pm on Thursday evening, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

Upon arrival units found heavy smoke coming from the 2 story townhouse, from what was initially believed to be a kitchen fire. The visible fire on the first floor was quickly knocked out.

Several Families Likely Displaced After Condo Fire Monday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published April 18, 2022 at 1:18PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue units were called to the 2300 block of Grubb Road in Silver Spring at approximately 11:40am for smoke coming from the top floor of the two-level Rock Creek Village condos.

Approximately 85 firefighters were on the scene and the bulk of the the fire was knocked out out by approximately 12:20pm. The fire was out by 12:48pm.

Montgomery County Native/MCPS Teacher Perishes in Taneytown House Fire

By MCS Staff

Published April 18, 2022 at 9:42AM | Updated April 18, 2022 at 6:50PM

Montgomery County native and MCPS pre-kindergarten teacher, Jan E. Williams, died in a house fire in Taneytown, Carroll County on April 16th.

Our condolences go out to Ms. Williams’ friends, family, co-workers, and students.

Woman Allegedly Sets Small Fire During Domestic Situation in Silver Spring Friday Night

By MCS Staff

Published April 16, 2022 at 8:00AM

A person of interest has been detained after allegedly setting a small fire during a domestic dispute on the 1200 block of East West Highway in Silver Spring.

According to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue PIO Pete Piringer, units were dispatched to the Silverton condominiums in Silver Spring last night after reports of a fire on the fourth floor and the activation of the fire alarm.

MCFRS FY23 Budget Breakdown

By Patrick Herron

Published April 14, 2022 at 8:29AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services has released highlights from the 2023 fiscal year budget. Details below per MCFRS:

Link to the Complete Budget: MCFRS FY23 Proposed Budget

MCFRS Bomb Squad Engineers 100 Beeping Easter Eggs for Blind and Visually Impaired Children

By MCS Staff

Published April 5, 2022 at 6:49PM

A father’s solution to help his blind daughter participate in an Easter Egg hunt is spreading across the United States thanks to the efforts of military and law enforcement members.

David Hyche’s daughter was 4 months old when she lost her vision and has been the motivation behind his research and passion to manufacture “audible” Easter eggs. His work as an ATF agent inspired him to tweak designs until he had eggs equipped with beepers so his daughter and others with vision loss could participate in egg hunts.

Overheated Scooter Battery Causes Fire in Bethesda

By MCS Staff

Published April 5, 2022 at 9:34AM

A electronic scooter’s lithium ion battery overheated early Tuesday morning, causing a fire in a third story apartment on Bradley Blvd in Bethesda, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue PIO Pete Piringer.

MCFRS units were called to the scene at approximately 4:30am Tuesday morning to fight the blaze and escort residents out of the building.

1 Person, Several Dogs Rescued From Fire in Damascus on Thursday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published April 1, 2022 at 6:00AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue units responded to a call on Barnes Road in Damascus at approximately 3:45pm on Thursday, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

Units arrived on the scene of a house fire on Barnes Road, between Clarksburg Road and Bethesda Church Road. At least one person was trapped inside and rescued by responding units. Units also prevented a person from re-entering the burning home and also rescued several dogs from the property.