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Maryland Woman Dies After Running Back Into Burning Home To Save Her Cat Maryland Woman Dies After Running Back Into Burning Home To Save Her Cat
Maryland Woman Dies After Running Back Into Burning Home To Save Her Cat A Maryland woman ran back into a burning home to save her cat — and never made it out alive. The deadly fire broke out around 5:45 a.m. on Friday, April 3, in the 4700 block of Merivale Road in Chevy Chase, Montgomery County Fire officials said. MCPD and @MCFRS on scene of a fatal house fire in the 4700 block of Merivale Rd. An adult female pronounced dead. An adult male transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fire Rescue is still working the structure fire. All occupants accounted for. pic.twitter.com/UEjE3KCglu — Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews)…

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by Zak Failla
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Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance
Razor Rules: TSA Tightens Carry-On Guidance Airline passengers have long faced confusion over what can and can’t make it through airport security. Now, the Transportation Security Administration is reminding travelers where to draw the line when it comes to razors. In an advisory shared this week, the agency confirmed that disposable razors and cartridges are permitted in carry-on bags.  But safety razors with blades, loose razor blades, and straight razors are prohibited and must be checked. The TSA clarified that travelers may bring the handle of a safety razor in a carry-on only if the blade has been removed. Blades themselv…

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by Joe Lombardi
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TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage
TSA Rolls Out New Rule For Checked Luggage Packing for your next flight just got a little trickier, especially if you’re hoping to bring your favorite cordless curling iron along for the ride. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has just clarified its rules for travelers who want to style on the go: cordless curling irons powered by gas cartridges or butane are now only allowed in carry-on bags, not checked luggage.  Each passenger may bring just one, and it must have a safety cover fitted over the heating element. Spare cartridges remain strictly prohibited. The TSA’s latest update is part of its ongoing effort t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Batteries To Blame For Maryland Fire That Caused $1M In Damage: Officials Batteries To Blame For Maryland Fire That Caused $1M In Damage: Officials
Batteries To Blame For Maryland Fire That Caused $1M In Damage: Officials Lithium batteries are to blame for a Montgomery County fire that broke out in an area basement and caused upwards of a million dollars in damage, officials say. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services personnel were called to the 167000 block of Alexander Drive in Sandy Spring on Thursday, when a fast moving fire broke out.  The scene of the fire in Montgomery County. Twitter/@mcfrsPIO It is believed that the fire started in a garage as handheld tools were being charged by the homeowner and then spread toward the attic of the home. ICYMI Cause of Sandy Spring house fire,…

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by Zak Failla