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CODE RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes CODE RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes
Code RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes Montgomery College was unexpectedly shut down on Friday afternoon after threats were made targeting the school.  A "Code Red" alert was issued on Oct. 11, to allow for an investigation into the threats that led to a closure of the campus effective as of 1:30 p.m. on Friday. "At this time, any information regarding an active threat on school property has not been deemed credible," the school said. MC Alert: URGENT - Code RedEffective at 1:30 p.m., Friday, October 11, @montgomerycoll will be CLOSED onsite and all remote operations/instructions/services are suspended. Please check you…
Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn
Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn The stifling heat in the DMV on Wednesday could turn into possibly strong or severe storms throughout parts of the region. Temperatures are expected to hover in the 90s throughout the afternoon on June 26 with thunderstorms developing later in the day, with potentially damaging winds that could impact residents in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Keep an eye on upcoming forecasts for possible storms developing. And stay cool and hydrated out there. https://t.co/zu35K15ssP — Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) (@MDMEMA) June 26, 2024 According to AccuWeather forecasters, the s…
Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees
Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees Forecasters are cautioning that oppressive heat may be headed to the DMV region with temperatures possibly approaching 100 degrees in the area. The National Weather Service announced that an Excessive Heat Watch has been issued for Saturday, June 20 with possible heat index values touching 105 to 110 degrees in certain parts of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. National Weather Service It will be in effect from noon through 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. Residents have been advised to:  Stay in air conditioning and out of the sun, if possible; Check on friends, family, neighbors, and…