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Residents Evacuated As Crews Battle Five-Alarm Fire In Baltimore (DEVELOPING)

Residents Evacuated As Crews Battle Five-Alarm Fire In Baltimore (DEVELOPING)

Residents Evacuated As Crews Battle Five-Alarm Fire In Baltimore (Developing) Crews were kept busy overnight battling a reported five-alarm fire that impacted nearly a dozen homes in Baltimore, officials say. Some residents were evacuated early on Tuesday morning after a blaze broke out in the 3400 block of Keswick Road in Hampden that spread to multiple rowhomes in the area. It was initially called a three-alarm fire, but was upgraded to five alarms as the flames continued to spread. The fire was declared under control before 8 a.m. on Tuesday. UPDATE: 3000 block of Keswick- 5alarm fire extinguished — Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) October 15, 2024 No …

10/15/2024

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Massive Multi-Alarm Fire Causes Chaos For Orioles' Fans Traveling In Downtown Baltimore

Massive Multi-Alarm Fire Causes Chaos For Orioles' Fans Traveling In Downtown Baltimore

Massive Multi-Alarm Fire Causes Chaos For Orioles' Fans Traveling In Downtown Baltimore The hunt for October baseball is heating up for Baltimore Orioles' fans in more ways than one. With the Orioles nursing a comfortable lead atop the AL Wild Card chase, fans are expected to be slammed by traffic downtown near Camden Yards as first responders contend with a massive, multi-alarm fire that broke out on Sunday morning in the area of South Lombard Street and South Eutaw Street. Currently working with MD Stadium Authority and @BmoreCityDOT on traffic and upcoming orioles game — Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) September 22, 2024 The fire was "largely contained" at around …

09/22/2024

Police & Fire

Some Evacuated, Crews Work To Battle Six-Alarm Baltimore Fire (DEVELOPING)

Some Evacuated, Crews Work To Battle Six-Alarm Baltimore Fire (DEVELOPING)

Some Evacuated, Crews Work To Battle Six-Alarm Baltimore Fire (Developing) Baltimore was burning on Sunday morning as crews worked to battle a six-alarm blaze that broke out in a restaurant and rapidly spread, authorities announced. A six-alarm fire was reported in downtown Baltimore early on Sunday, Sept. 22, as crews worked to contain the flames that were reported in the area of South Lombard Street and South Eutaw Street, leading to closures in the area for several blocks as firefighters worked to contain the blaze, which damaged several area residences. Avoid S Lombard St and S Eutaw St area. 5-alarm fire in progress. @BaltimoreMayor @BmoreCityDOT — Baltimo…

09/22/2024

Police & Fire

First Responders Called To 'Obvious Explosion' Involving Several Maryland Homes: Fire Union

First Responders Called To 'Obvious Explosion' Involving Several Maryland Homes: Fire Union

First Responders Called To 'Obvious Explosion' Involving Several Maryland Homes: Fire Union At least three people are injured following an apparent explosion in Baltimore's Pigtown neighborhood, authorities say. Officials were called to the explosion in the 1100 block of Bayard Street the afternoon of Tuesday, Nov. 22, according to Baltimore Fire representatives. In the explosion in the 1100blk of Bayard St, the house was occupied at the time. 3 injuries reported: 1 serious and 2 critical. More updates to follow as they become available. pic.twitter.com/gDk69sRARi — Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) November 22, 2022 The home was occupied at the time of the explosion. Two peop…

11/22/2022

Police & Fire

Fire Rips Through Multiple Row Homes In Baltimore

Fire Rips Through Multiple Row Homes In Baltimore

Fire Rips Through Multiple Row Homes In Baltimore Authorities are on the scene battling a working dwelling fire in Baltimore, officials say. The working dwelling fire in the 200 block of S. Payson Street was reported shortly after 4:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 16, according to Baltimore Fire officials. The flames are visible through several two-story row homes in the block, and firefighters have called additional units to assist in containing the blaze. 🔥WORKING DWELLING FIRE🔥200 blk S Payson St 21223#CarrolltonRidge@docbullock#BMORESBravest on scene with fire showing from multiple 2 story row homes. Additional units called. pic.twitter.co…

09/16/2022

Police & Fire

Massive House Fire Reported In Baltimore, Shutting Down Roads (DEVELOPING)

Massive House Fire Reported In Baltimore, Shutting Down Roads (DEVELOPING)

Massive House Fire Reported In Baltimore, Shutting Down Roads (Developing) Several roads have been closed down as officials battle a massive house fire in Baltimore, authorities say. The home in the 3000 block of W. Belvedere Avenue went up in flames shortly before 2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 23, according to Baltimore Fire officials. Firefighters are reportedly still on the scene battling the fire in the two-story home and have requested additional units. Belvedere Avenue has been shut down as the fire is contained. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates.

08/23/2022

Lifestyle

Lady Luck Strikes Twice: EMS In Baltimore Deliver Baby Boy, Win Maryland Lottery On Same Night

Lady Luck Strikes Twice: EMS In Baltimore Deliver Baby Boy, Win Maryland Lottery On Same Night

Lady Luck Strikes Twice: EMS In Baltimore Deliver Baby Boy, Win Maryland Lottery On Same Night To most, getting peed on by a baby at work will put a real damper on the day, but for paramedics, it's a sign of good fortune, and good luck it was for a Baltimore first responder, authorities say. Around 5 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 9, members of the Baltimore EMS assisted in delivering a healthy baby boy, according to Baltimore Fire. The boy was blessed with the name Timothy, and the newborn was sure to bless one of the paramedics that arrived to welcome him to the world with his own special greeting: by peeing on him. In the world of EMS, a baby boy peeing on someone is considered a sign of go…

08/10/2022

Police & Fire

Contractor, Home Struck By Lightning In Baltimore During Storm

Contractor, Home Struck By Lightning In Baltimore During Storm

Contractor, Home Struck By Lightning In Baltimore During Storm Both a contractor and a home were struck by lightning during heavy storms in the Baltimore area, authorities say. The contractor was allegedly struck in the overnight hours of Thursday, Aug. 4, in the 8400 block of Walther Boulevard, according to Baltimore Fire officials. The victim was rushed to the hospital, where his condition is unknown. Around the same time, reports of a home being struck in the 200 block of Oakwood Road were also called in, according to officials. Visible flames and heavy smoke were seen by crews upon arrival. No injuries were reported in the home strike.&nbs…

08/05/2022

Police & Fire

Building Fire Reported At Baltimore Central Booking & Intake Center

Building Fire Reported At Baltimore Central Booking & Intake Center

Building Fire Reported At Baltimore Central Booking & Intake Center A fire reportedly erupted at the Baltimore Central Booking and Intake Center, authorities say. Smoke was seen coming from the building in the 300 block of E. Madison Street around 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 4, according to Baltimore Fire. Details surrounding the fire are currently unknownBaltimore Firefighters IAFF Local 734 Additional units were called in to help clear the smoke from the building, officials said. Details surrounding the fire and the current condition of the building or occupants are unknown as of 6:45 p.m. on Thursday afternoon. More information is expected to be rele…

08/04/2022

Police & Fire

Two Injuries Reported In Baltimore Parking Garage Explosion

Two Injuries Reported In Baltimore Parking Garage Explosion

Two Injuries Reported In Baltimore Parking Garage Explosion Two people have reportedly been injured after an alleged explosion at a parking garage in Baltimore, authorities say. First responders are on the scene at the Fells Point garage in the 800 block of S. Caroline Street after the incident occurred around 3 p.m., Wednesday, July 27, according to Baltimore Fire officials. Initial investigation revealed that a high energy overpressure caused glass to break inside the garage. No fires were found, and investigators say that it is too early to determine the cause of why the explosion occurred, officials said. This is a developing story…

07/27/2022

Police & Fire

Firefighter Injured Extinguishing Baltimore House Fire

Firefighter Injured Extinguishing Baltimore House Fire

Firefighter Injured Extinguishing Baltimore House Fire A firefighter was injured after a residential fire erupted in Baltimore this morning, authorities say. The firefighter was assisting in containing the fire in the two-story home in the 1500 block of Latrobe Park that started around noon, Monday, July 25, according to Baltimore Fire officials. The firefighter is being treated for their injuries. Officials noted that the heat index at the time of the fire was 94°. This is a developing story and will be updated as details are released.

07/25/2022