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Montgomery County Medical Building Evacuated Due To Possible Nitrogen Leak
A possible nitrogen leak cleared a medical building and prompted a HazMat response in Montgomery County Monday morning, officials said.
The leak occurred in a suite on the second floor at 1201 Locks Rd. near Wootton Parkway in Rockville shortly before 9:50 a.m., MCFRS Spokesperson Pete Piringer said.
The building was evacuated as HazMat crews responded to investigate and provide ventilation.
1201 Locks Rd. near Wootton Parkway, Rockville, medical office bldg, HazMat investigation, @mcfrs PE723, PE703B, AT703, HM707, BC703, HMB700, SA700 on scene, chemical leak, building being evacuated …
5 Displaced After Home Struck By Lightning In Montgomery County (Photos)
A house in Montgomery County was struck by lightning during a thunderstorm on Thursday evening, Feb. 22, authorities said.
The two-story house at 21600 Gentry Ln. near Cross Meadow Lane was struck by lightning accompanied by “extreme thunder” around 5:45 p.m., Montgomery County (MD) Fire & Rescue Service Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer said.
No fire or injuries were reported, though the home did sustain other structural damages, displacing five residents, Piringer added.
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21,600 Gentry Ln. near Cross Meadow Ln., Brookville, 2-sty house, house …
Mayday: Fire Collapses Mormon Church In Maryland
A firefighter was injured in a devastating fire that broke out inside a Montgomery County church.
First responders in Montgomery County and Washington DC were called to a two-alarm fire that broke out at a local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon church), authorities announced.
Update - Western Avenue, Mormon Church, /nd Alarm, @mcfrs T710, AT719, M701, MAU716, CT740, SA700, EMS702 & DCFD on scene pic.twitter.com/5If4sq4aWR — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November 20, 2023
According to officials, the roof collapsed and the church sustained significant damage. One fir…
Tornado Watch Issued For Parts Of DMV, PA
The region is bracing for severe storms that are expected to smash through the region on Monday night.
A Tornado Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for parts of Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia through 9 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 7, as the area is expected to be battered by thunderstorms.
Tornadoes are "likely," according to officials, with storms bringing ping pong-sized hail, and wind gusts approaching 75 mph.
🌪️A Tornado WATCH has been issued for @MontgomeryCoMD until 9p today. Keep an eye on the sky & monitor rapidly changing weather conditions…
Fast-Moving Two-Alarm Fire Tears Through Maryland Apartment Building (Developing)
Maryland firefighters are battling a massive two-alarm house fire in Laurel, authorities say.
Around 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 30, crews received reports of a house fire in the 13000 block of Briarwood Drive, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue.
(~245p) Mutual Aid PGCo - 13800 Briarwood Dr., Laurel, apartment fire, @mcfrs RS715, E715, AT724 assisting — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November 30, 2022
Once on the scene, firefighters found a three-story multi-family home with flames visible through the roof. A second alarm was requested after arrival.
Approx 2:46pm #PGFD units…
Police Called To Body Recovery From Maryland Pond
A body is being recovered after it was found in a Rockville pond, authorities say.
Officials responded to a call of a body found in a pond near Southlawn Lane/Red Gate Park in Rockville around 10 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 8, according to Montgomery Count Fire and Rescue Service Public Information Officer Pete Piringer.
Update - Redgate Park, Rockville, not a rescue, @mcfrs BT740, AT703, BC704, SA700, DC700, EMS703, C717B assisting PD w/ body recovery https://t.co/M7zf4B3NhR — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November 8, 2022
The police department assisted first responders when it was determined tha…
Violent Head-On Crash Outside Redland Middle School Seriously Injures, Traps At Least One
At least one person was seriously injured after a violent crash over the weekend in Montgomery County, authorities say.
The victim was trapped inside of a vehicle after the collision that occurred around 10 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9 in the 6500 block of Muncaster Mill Road near Bowie Mill Road, according to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesperson.
Update - Muncaster Mill Rd, collision, w/ entrapment, 1 person extricated, @MCFRS_EMIHS transported 1 adult patient Pri1 trauma https://t.co/WL68lp2lfz pic.twitter.com/4GRbn6298G — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) October 10, 2022
The adult vict…
Takoma Park 'Legend', Retired Fire Chief, Passes Away After 60 Years Of Service
The Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department has announced the passing of a devoted and beloved former Chief, who served with the department for over 60 years, officials say.
Officials announced that retired Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe passed away, on Monday, Sept. 12, according to the Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department.
With the heaviest of hearts, and the deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe (ret.) pic.twitter.com/kBXc6QLiBo — Takoma Park VFD (@tpvfd) September 11, 2022
"Chief Jarboe served Takoma Park for over 60 years, from frontline firefighter to C…
Storm Rips Through Baltimore Region Leaving Trail Of Wreckage
A storm that ripped through the Baltimore region last night left many areas with severe damage from fires, downed trees, and other hazards, officials report.
A downed line in Bethesda sparked several fires down a residential street, as captured on video released by Montgomery County authorities.
York Lane, near Moorland La, in Bethesda, this will dispatch about 630p @mcfrs PE720 on scene @MontgomeryCoMD pic.twitter.com/UEoAyWDW2G — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) July 13, 2022
7/12 Storm Damage Olney, MD Overwood Drive near Bettswood Drive, Olney pic.twitter.com/nrSXcjF7P2 — Pete Piringe…
Crane Downs Live Wires Causing Fire In Colesville
A crane that came into contact with live wires set a vehicle and road on fire in Colesville, authorities say.
The incident occurred on near Clifton Road and Cannon Road Park around 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 9, according to Montgomery County Police.
Update (1030a) Clifton Rd IAO Cannon Rd Park, Colesville, crane came in contact w/ live wires, vehicle hard been de-energized, no injuries, energized vehicle caught road on fire, asphalt fire has been extinguished vehicle being stabilized, @mcfrs @PepcoConnect @mcpnews on scene https://t.co/vqvzNM5Zfb pic.twitter.com/zWxu8wSQYZ — Pete Pirin…
Car Flips Over On Maryland Route 200 (Developing)
A car has flipped over in Calverton on the Westbound side of Maryland Route 200 right by the I-95 connector, fire officials said on Twitter just before 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 13.
ICC WB MD200 Between PG County line Inn route 29, IAO Briggs Chaney Rd, collision, vehicle flipped over, @mcfrs A715, RS715, PE724 responding w/ PG units — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) April 13, 2022
The car was seen flipped over in the righthand lane and both other lanes were able to move properly, WTOP said on Twitter. The Southbound-right off ramp was closed as a result.
UPDATE/MD: #Calverton I-95 bo…
