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Baby Boy Born on I-270 on Thursday

Published May 26, 2023 at 3:45PM | Updated May 27, 2023 at 5:38PM

Healthy baby boy Conrad was born on the shoulder of 270N on May 25 at 5:51 PM. Dad reports mom and baby are doing great (photos below).

Heading to the hospital, the paramedics from Rockville Station 23 delivered the baby near exit 9, Sam Eig Highway. Mom and dad report the delivery was very quick and unexpected. Mom’s water broke as the ambulance pulled into their driveway and 20 minutes later a healthy 7lb 8oz, 20 inch baby Conrad made his entrance into the world. Mom and baby are receiving care at Holy Cross Germantown.

Update: Pedestrian Killed on I-270 Sunday Morning; Police Investigating

By Patrick Herron

Published May 21, 2023 at 11:57AM | Updated May 21, 2023 at 2:02PM

The main lanes of southbound 270 between 28 and Montrose Rd. were closed several hours on Sunday, May 21 as the result of a traffic collision that involved a pedestrian. Per the Maryland State Police: “At about 7:50 a.m., troopers from the Rockville Barrack responded to I-270 South north of Montrose Road for a report of a pedestrian struck.

According to a preliminary investigation, the pedestrian, for unknown reasons, ran into the road from the right shoulder. A Lincoln passenger vehicle was unable to avoid the pedestrian and struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian was then struck by a second vehicle, a Volkswagen sedan. The pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene. The identity of the victim is unknown at this time. Montgomery County Fire Department is assisting in diverting traffic.The cause of the crash remains under investigation.”

Portion I-270 S Closed Again on Sunday Morning Due to Traffic Collision

By MCS Staff

Published May 21, 2023 at 8:26AM

The express lanes of I-270 S are closed again between exit 6, W Montgomery Ave, and Exit 4, Montrose Rd, on Sunday morning following a traffic collision that involves a pedestrian, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. MCFRS is on the scene for one adult patient with a traumatic and life threatening injury.

Per Montgomery County Police: “TRAFFIC ADVISORY: The main lanes of southbound 270 between 28 and Montrose Rd. are closed as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are expected to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.”

Update: Fatal Collision Following Police Pursuit on I-270 Under Investigation

By Patrick Herron

Published May 20, 2023 at 8:59AM

Per MCPD: At approximately 5:01 a.m., Montgomery County Department of Police 2nd District officers responded to a call for service in the middle travel lane on the ramp of Rockledge Road to check the welfare of an adult male inside of a car.

When officers arrived, they found a lone individual who they believed to be intoxicated and observed a gun on the driver’s lap. They attempted to prevent the occupant from driving away. However, he drove off, heading northbound on I-270. Officers initiated a brief pursuit and the driver crashed on I-270, south of route 28. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Fatal Collision Closes Portion of I-270 Saturday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published May 20, 2023 at 7:06AM | Updated May 20, 2023 at 11:14AM

UPDATE: Severe Traffic Alert I-270 – All southbound lanes on Interstate 270 are now open at West Montgomery Ave (MD 28). All northbound lanes remain closed at Falls Road (MD 189). Expect major delays and seek alternate route. (OEMHS)

According to Montgomery County Police, “A serious collision has NB lanes of I-270, south of 28 shut down, with two local lanes closed. SB 270 lanes at 28 are also closed. Roads will be closed for an extended period of time. Drivers should seek alternate routes.”

Crash With Rollover on NB I-270 Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published April 30, 2023 at 9:05AM | Updated April 30, 2023 at 9:28AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) is responding to a call that involves a crash with rollover on the northbound lanes of I-270 between Route 28 and Shady Grove Road, reported at approximately 8:45am on Sunday morning.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the crash has resulted in a person being trapped inside the overturned vehicle. The crash occurred in the main lanes and most lanes were temporarily blocked.

MCFRS Respond to Collision Involving Overturned Vehicle on I-495 Thursday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published April 27, 2023 at 2:34PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving an overturned vehicle on outer loop I-495 just after the I-270 spur on Thursday, April 27 around 12:45pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, two adults were transported to the hospital, including one patient with Priority 2 trauma and one patient with non-life threatening injuries. Drivers should expect residual delays. We will post an update if additional information is available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Approx 1245p OL I495 Beltway IAO Bradley Blvd, collision @mcfrs A723, RS741B, PE720, A710, PE711, BC702, SA700 responded, @MCFRS_EMIHS transported 2 adults incl 1 Pri2 trauma & 1 other NLT, some lanes were blocked @mdsha @MDSP”

MCFRS Respond to Truck Fire on I-270 Tuesday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published April 25, 2023 at 1:56PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a vehicle fire on northbound I-270 (prior to Exit 6A MD 28 W Montgomery Ave) on Tuesday, April 25 around 12pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the vehicle involved was semi-trailer truck that was packed full of paper products. MCFRS units pulled pallets out from the truck and extinguished the smoldering debris. WTOP reports that cleanup is ongoing as of 1:30pm. Drivers should expect residual delays. We will post an update when additional information is available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “(~1245p) NB I270 @ Exit 6A, local lanes Between Falls Road & Rt28, Rockville, Semi tractor trailer packed full of paper products. Smoldering. @mcfrs Units beginning to pull pallets out & extinguishing. Extended operations, some lanes blocked”

Traffic Stopped on Northbound I-270 Due to Vehicle Fire

By MCS Staff

Published April 11, 2023 at 9:02PM

All traffic currently stopped (9:00pm) on northbound I-270 after Exit 12, Watkins Mill Rd, due to a vehicle fire. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and Montgomery County Police is currently on the scene. Featured photo and video below by Instagram user @lxl.d

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It’s a Girl! Mom and Baby Doing Well After I-270 Delivery

By Patrick Herron

Published April 7, 2023 at 9:52PM

Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center has provided an update on the mother who gave birth to her baby girl on southbound I-270 early Friday morning: “Alexa Almonte never expected her first daughter to arrive roadside, but baby Valentina had other ideas. Mom and baby are resting comfortably at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center after the exciting delivery Friday, April 7. Valentina was born along southbound I-270 in Germantown at about 2 a.m.

Valentina weighs 7 pounds, 15 ounces and measures 21 inches. Her name means “healthy and strong” says Alexa, who also has two sons. Alexa says the delivery was “very unexpected” and came just 30 minutes after experiencing signs that she might be in labor. She praised the outstanding nurses at Shady Grove Medical Center for the care and emotional support they are providing to her family after the experience. “It’s so important to have,” Alexa says.

“Chariots for Hire” Catches on Fire Tuesday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2023 at 11:45AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a vehicle fire involving a “Chariots for Hire” charter/limo bus on the inner loop of I495, between River Rd. and the I270 spur on Tuesday morning around 11am. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire has been extinguished and there were no passengers on board. No injuries have been reported. Some lanes are currently blocked and drivers should expect residual delays.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Traffic Advisory – IL I495 beltway north of River Road before Bradley Boulevard overpass, right side of road way is blocked, traffic gets by to the left, @mcfrs PE710, E752, PE726, T706, UT752, BC702, PIO on scene @MDSHA @MDSP @MCDOTNow”