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Several Lanes Closed On I-695 In Baltimore County For Crash Investigation (DEVELOPING) Several Lanes Closed On I-695 In Baltimore County For Crash Investigation (DEVELOPING)
Several Lanes Closed On I-695 In Baltimore County For Crash Investigation (Developing) Traffic was backed up on I-695 on Wednesday morning due to a crash, officials say. An alert was issued by the Maryland Highway Administration at around 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 16 cautioning that a crash closed three lanes on the Outer Loop of the interstate past Stevenson Road in the Pikesville area. ALERT- Baltimore Co.: Crash closes three lanes on the outer loop I-695 past Stevenson Road. Major delays #MDtraffic cg — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) October 16, 2024 Traffic was getting by along the left shoulder as first responders investigated the crash. No details about the crash have bee…

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by Zak Failla
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Two Injured In Rollover Crash That Led To Delays For Drivers In Gaithersburg Two Injured In Rollover Crash That Led To Delays For Drivers In Gaithersburg
Two Injured In Rollover Crash That Led To Delays For Drivers In Gaithersburg Some lanes were closed following a crash in Montgomery County that left a vehicle on its side and two people trapped inside on Wednesday afternoon. First responders were called shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 4 to the intersection of Clopper Road and Quince Orchard in Gaithersburg, where there was a reported crash with an entrapment. Officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue personnel were met at the scene by a vehicle on its side with the driver and passenger both trapped. 💥Aerial photo of crash at Clopper Road (MD 117) and Quince Orchard Road (MD 124). @mcfrsPIO #mcpd @TheMoCoS…

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by Zak Failla
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Motorcycle Crash Sends Biker Down 25-Foot Embankment In Maryland Motorcycle Crash Sends Biker Down 25-Foot Embankment In Maryland
Motorcycle Crash Sends Biker Down 25-Foot Embankment In Maryland The hits keep coming for residents in Harford County. In the wake of the home explosion that claimed the lives of two in Bel Air, first responders were called on Tuesday morning to investigate a reported motorcycle crash that send a biker down an embankment. According to the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, at around 10:50 a.m. on Aug. 13, first responders were called to investigate reports of a crash that ended with a motorcyclist down 25 feet in a ravine, prompting an extensive rescue effort. Training paid off for crews who were able to use a rigging system and ladders to recover the moto…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Fourth Of July Fireworks Lead To Multiple Maryland Fires Fourth Of July Fireworks Lead To Multiple Maryland Fires
Fourth Of July Fireworks Lead To Multiple Maryland Fires Fireworks led to a fiery Fourth of July for some first responders in Montgomery County who had to contend with several incidents on Thursday night. First responders were busy on July 4 as they responded to multiple fires that were reported across the county overnight. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, at around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, crews were called to the 14400 block of Brad Drive in Apsen Hill, when aerial fireworks sparked a fire that spread from an attached carport and spread to the residence. Update - Brad Dr, fire is extinguished, 1 person will be disp…

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by Zak Failla
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Crash Investigation Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-295 In Anne Arundel County Crash Investigation Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-295 In Anne Arundel County
Crash Investigation Leads To Miles-Long Delays On I-295 In Anne Arundel County Traffic was tied up on Tuesday afternoon in the northbound lanes of I-295 in Anne Arundel County as crews investigated a reported crash. Shortly before 1:40 p.m. on July 2, first responders were called to a stretch of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway near Arundel Mills Boulevard, where there was a reported crash with injuries. Officials said that two right lanes were blocked with one left lane getting by in the area during the crash investigation. Delays were reportedly 3.5 miles as of 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon. Details about the crash have not been released. Want breaking news in t…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Baltimore City Fire Captain Dies After Motorcycle Crash Baltimore City Fire Captain Dies After Motorcycle Crash
Baltimore City Fire Captain Dies After Motorcycle Crash A Baltimore City Fire Captain has died, authorities say. Anthony J. Workman passed away the morning of Friday, Sept. 2, after being involved in a motorcycle accident on his way to work the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 31, announced the Baltimore City Fire Chief. "He was an outstanding First Responder that was a pillar of strength, love, & unity within #BCFD. He represented us well through the Honor Guard & many other ways. He will be missed", states Chief Ford. We are deeply saddened to inform you that Captain Anthony J. Workman passed away this morning. He was an outstanding Fir…

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by Annie DeVoe
Obituaries
Baltimore-Born First Responder Who Called His Work Family ‘Home,' Dies At 36 Baltimore-Born First Responder Who Called His Work Family ‘Home,' Dies At 36
Baltimore-Born First Responder Who Called His Work Family ‘Home,' Dies At 36 A community in North Carolina is honoring a first responder from Maryland who suddenly lost his life at the start of the month. Anthony Donald DiFilippo died at the age of 36 on Tuesday, Mar. 1 while visiting his family. DiFilippo was born in Baltimore and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician at Cove City EMS in Craven County, North Carolina, according to his obituary. He was big into sports and especially loved the Washington Capitals. “During his time with Cove City, Anthony greatly impacted the lives of so many, his mother MaryJo said on a GoFundMe campaign.  “From fellow …

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by David Cifarelli