Highways / Interstates Archives - Page 23 of 30

Statement from Councilmember Hucker on Federal Highway Administration’s Decision to Delay Action on Managed Lanes Project

Published August 8, 2022 at 12:01PM

“This decision sends a message that our federal partners are united with us in our commitment to multi-modal, environmentally friendly, 21st century traffic solutions that actually work.

“After four years of organizing and advocacy for our County taxpayers, this is a big win for commuters, taxpayers and the environment. This decision reflects all the information Congressman Anthony Brown and I conveyed to Sec. Pete Buttigieg. I’m grateful to my Council colleagues, County Executive Marc Elrich and Planning Board Chair Casey Anderson, who have been consistent advocates for common-sense traffic solutions and community input. I am equally grateful to all the community members and stakeholders who have provided input and voiced their concerns throughout this process.

MCFRS Respond to Vehicle Fire on I-495 Sunday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published July 17, 2022 at 4:17PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a vehicle fire that occurred just past Old Georgetown Rd on the outer loop of I-495 on Sunday around 2pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the vehicle was located in the middle lanes of the highway and was “well involved” when firefighters arrived. As of 4pm, all lanes have reopened.

Vehicle fire on Beltway between old Georgetown Road and River Road, vehicle well involved in flame when @mcfrs firefighters arrived @MontgomeryCoMD @mdsha all lanes open around 3 PM pic.twitter.com/poxKfWFu6q

Update: Detectives Investigating Fatal Collision on ICC, Identity of Deceased Motorcyclist Released

By Patrick Herron

Published July 15, 2022 at 4:32PM

On Thursday, July 14, at approximately 7:28 p.m., an on-duty Montgomery County Police Officer notified the Emergency Communications Center that he had been involved in a collision on the ICC between Georgia Ave. and Shady Grove Rd. The officer was driving west on MD 200 in his marked patrol car, when a motorcycle crashed into the back of the officer’s cruiser, a 2018 Dodge Charger.

The driver of the motorcycle, 31-year-old Carlos Ivan Diaz-Franco of Silver Spring, was thrown from his 2020 BMW S 1000 RR motorcycle. Montgomery County Fire Rescue responded to the location and Diaz-Franco was pronounced dead on scene. The motorcycle came to rest in the eastbound lanes, causing the ICC to be shut down in both directions during the investigation.

One Person Dead After Collision Involving Motorcyclist and Police Vehicle on MD200(ICC)

By Patrick Herron

Published July 14, 2022 at 9:33PM | Updated July 14, 2022 at 10:02PM

The Intercounty Connector (ICC)/MD-200 is closed in both directions between Exit 3/Shady Grove Road and Exit 8 MD-97/Georgia Avenue for a Police Investigation after a collision that occurred around 7:30pm on Thursday night.

The driver was ejected from his motorcycle and pronounced dead on scene. The Montgomery County Police Officer was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Three Juveniles Arrested for Attempted Murder of a Police Officer

By Patrick Herron

Published June 30, 2022 at 6:18PM

As the result of a recent residential burglary trend, the Montgomery County Police – 2nd District Investigative Section was conducting follow-up investigations when they obtained footage from a June 21, 2022, burglary that occurred in the 5300 block of Brookeway Drive. The surveillance footage indicated four unknown suspects entered the residence and stole a GMC Yukon SUV, which was subsequently recovered in the area the next day.

On Thursday, June 30, 2022, at approximately 1:20 a.m., officers from the Montgomery County 2^nd District Special Assignment Team responded to the 6000 block of Johnson Avenue for the report of an attempted burglary in progress. Officers from the 2^nd District – Special Assignment Team observed a BMW SUV, matching a previous burglary suspect vehicle form June 21, 2022, leaving the area and initiated surveillance.

Traffic: Overturned Vehicle Blocks Several Lanes Thursday Morning on I270

By Patrick Herron

Published June 30, 2022 at 8:23AM

A collision with an overturned vehicle and entrapment has blocked several lanes on both northbound and southbound I270. The collision occurred on SB I270 between Rt 121 and Rt27, just before Exit 16 (one mile south of Exit 18) around 7:30am Thursday, according to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer.

SB I270 between Route 121 & Rt27, just before Exit 16, (~1 Mike South of Exit 18, collision with overturn vehicle and entrapment, @mcfrs M829, RS729, PE729, A734, PE734, EMS703 responding, some lanes blocked NB & SB

Traffic: List of Upcoming Lane Closures And Planned Construction in Montgomery County (Summer 2022 Edition)

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2022 at 5:03PM

Below is a list of current scheduled construction and lane closures in Montgomery County that could affect your commute, courtesy of the Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation. All work is […]

Garbage Truck Catches Fire on I270

By Patrick Herron

Published June 27, 2022 at 1:24PM

A Waste Management garbage truck caught fire on SB I270 between Middlebrook Rd and Watkins Mill Road on Monday afternoon just before 1pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Prirnger, the vehicle was fully engulfed and involved alternative fuel (natural gas).

The fire has been extinguished and there were no injuries reported. Most lanes on SB I270 are currently blocked before Exit 12 and one lane gets by to left. Drivers are advised to seek and alternate route and expect delays. We will post an update when more information is available.

I-270 Sinkhole Update: “Major Pipe Failure” Caused a Lot More Damage Than Was Initially Visible

By MCS Staff

Published June 25, 2022 at 7:17AM | Updated June 25, 2022 at 10:37AM

On Friday the Maryland State Highway Administration (MDSHA) provided an update on the sinkhole on SB I-270 prior to exit 9 l, which is still undergoing repairs that could last until July 4th.

Per MDSHA: “Major pipe failure looked small on surface of SB I-270, but it was only the tip of the iceberg. Damage underneath was not visible to drivers but is 20 ft wide, 15 ft long & 12 ft deep. Crews are installing new 80-ft pipe w/a focus on your safety.”

270 Sinkhole Repairs Could Last Until July 4

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2022 at 11:12AM | Updated June 22, 2022 at 11:48AM

On Tuesday, MCDOT announced that Ride On bus service routes 70,71,73,78,79, and 100 will experience detours for up to two weeks, effective immediately.

🚧ICYMI🚧
Last week, @MDSHA began a resurfacing project on I-270 south of MD 109 in @MontgomeryCoMD Expect lane closures on southbound I-270 in this area, between 7:00pm-4:00am each night until mid-July 2022. (weather permitting)

I-270 Sinkhole Repairs Could Take Weeks

By Patrick Herron

Published June 17, 2022 at 11:31AM

The Maryland State Highway Administration has said that repairs to fix the sinkhole caused by a failed corrugated drainage pipe in the right lane of I-270 southbound prior to Exit 9 I-370 in Montgomery County could take weeks, according to a report by WJLA. Currently MDOT is assessing the extent of the damage and advising drivers to use MD 355 (Frederick Road) as an alternate route.

MDOT SHA is working with the Montgomery County Department of Transportation to adjust traffic signal timing on MD 355 (Frederick Road), which runs parallel to I-270. Additionally, MDOT SHA is using overhead message signs well in advance of the emergency road repair to alert driver of the situation, including both directions of I-70 in Frederick County.