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Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department
Politics
Biden, Harris Make Stop At Maryland Community College For White House Event As Election Nears
President Joe Biden and Vice President made a pitstop in Prince George's County on Thursday afternoon, marking their first appearance together since he ended his re-election bid. The pair were at the Prince George's Community College in Largo on Aug. 15 to "deliver remarks on the progress they are making to lower costs for the American people," a key talking point in Harris' bid to tackle former President Donald Trump in November. Biden was scheduled to arrive in Prince George's County at around 12:40 p.m. on Thursday, spoke at 1:30 and were scheduled to head back to the White House before …
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Teen Killed In Maryland Crash Remembered For Kindness, 'Always Having A Smile On Her Face'
The eighth-grade student from Prince George's County who died in a single-vehicle crash earlier this month is being remembered as an "outgoing, jubilant, and artistic person" by her family. Hyattsville resident Loren Jones, 15, was killed in a crash on May 7 that also took the life of 74-year-old Dorothy Skinner and left several others with serious injuries. Single vehicle crash, OL Cap Beltway before I-95. Three patients with life threatening injuries, two with non life threatening injuries. Expect major delays and move over for emergency vehicles. — Prince George’s County Fire/EM…
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State Police ID Teen, Woman Killed In Single-Vehicle Beltway Crash In Maryland
Two people, including a teenager, were killed in a single-vehicle crash on Tuesday in Prince George's County, Maryland State Police confirmed. Investigators have identified Beltsville resident Dorothy Skinner, 74, and 15-year-old Hyattsville native Loren Jones as the two who were killed in the crash on May 7 that left three others with injuries. Single vehicle crash, OL Cap Beltway before I-95. Three patients with life threatening injuries, two with non life threatening injuries. Expect major delays and move over for emergency vehicles. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGF…
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One Killed, Four Injured In Beltway Crash Near I-95
One person was killed and four others hospitalized following a single-vehicle crash that was reported on the Outer Loop of the Beltway near I-95 in Prince George's County. Motorists can expect "major delays," police say, following the crash that left three with life-threatening injuries, and sent two others to the hospital. Single vehicle crash, OL Cap Beltway before I-95. Three patients with life threatening injuries, two with non life threatening injuries. Expect major delays and move over for emergency vehicles. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) May 7, 2024 A…
Schools
Driver Hurt After Crashing School Bus Into Prince George's County Home
One person was injured after a school bus smashed through the front of a home in Prince George's County on Thursday morning. Shortly before 9 a.m. on April 18, first responders were called to the 10000 block of Riggs Road in Hyattsville, where there was a school bus that struck a house, leading to a collapse investigation. The scene of the crash in Prince George's County. Prince George's County Fire/EMS No students were on the bus at the time of the crash, though the driver was taken by paramedics to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation of non-life-threatening injuries. …
Police & Fire
6 Taken To Hospital After Fiery Dump Truck Crash On 495 Outer Loop In Prince George's County
A dump truck crash went up in flames during a multi-vehicle crash that left six patients hospitalized, two in critical condition, on the outer loop of 495 in Prince George’s County Monday morning, April 8, authorities said. It happened just before 10:45 a.m. on the Outer Loop of 495 at Pennsylvania Ave., according to the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department. Crews found flames showing from the overturned dump truck and transported six patients to a local hospital for treatment, they said. Approx 10:44am PGFD units were dispatched to the Outer Loop of 495 at Pennsylvania Ave for a …
News
3 Rescued From Balconies Of Massive Bowie Apartment Fire
Three residents were rescued from a large fire at a multi-family home in Prince George’s County on Monday afternoon, March 25, responders said. The blaze broke out at a home on the 15600 block of Everglade Lane in Bowie shortly after 1:05 p.m., the PGFD said. Crews responded and found flames coming through the roof of the structure, prompting a second alarm. Three residents were rescued from balconies and were being evaluated at the scene, the fire department added. A dog was also rescued. No injuries were reported. 1:07 pm Working Fire Dispatch, 15600 blk of Everglade Ln in Bowie. PG…
News
Explosive Fire At Anne Arundel County Warehouse Damages 3 Businesses
A storage facility full of hydraulic fluid went up in flames in Anne Arundel County over the weekend, leaving three businesses damaged, authorities said. A passerby called in the two-alarm blaze at 436 Central Ave. in Davidsonville around 7:55 p.m. on Saturday, March 9 and reported seeing “flames coming from the commercial structure roof,” crews said. A second 911 call then came in from a neighbor behind the 22,500-square-foot warehouse and stated the “whole building was on fire” and that “loud booms” were being heard in the area. Crews responded and found the building 75 percent involved …
News
3 Adults, 3 Children Displaced After Prince George’s County House Fire
Three adults and three children are displaced following a massive house fire in Prince George’s County, officials said. The blaze broke out at a home on the 6200 block of Teaberry Way in Clinton, the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Dept. said. Crews responded shortly before 7:15 p.m. Monday, March 11 and found flames coming from both stories of the home: Early video from the house fire, 7:13pm, 6200 blk Teaberry Way, Clinton. 2-story single family home w/fire showing from 1st & 2nd floor upon arrival. No reported injuries. Fire is out. Cause remains under investigation. @PGCountyOEM…
News
1 Found Dead In Fire At Prince George’s County Hotel: Police
One person was found dead as crews doused an early morning hotel fire in Prince George’s County, police confirmed. The blaze broke out in a second-floor unit at 5151 Allentown Road — the Days Inn by Wyndham Camp Springs/Andrews — around 7:40 a.m. Monday, March 11. Crews found one person deceased as they extinguished the flames. No other injuries were reported. UPDATE: Hotel Fire w/ 1 deceased, 7:42am, 5151 Allentown Rd. Fire located in a 2nd floor unit. Firefighters located and removed one deceased adult occupant. Fire is out, no other injuries, and fire investigators are on the scene…
News
Chemical Spill Evacuates Commercial Building In Prince George’s County
A commercial building in Prince George’s County was evacuated due to a chemical spill Friday morning, Feb. 16, emergency crews said. HazMat teams responded to investigate at a commercial building on the 1800 block of South Club Drive in Landover just after 10:30 a.m., the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department said. Crews found a large chemical spill, prompting an evacuation as the building was ventilated. No injuries were reported. Approx 10:32am #PGFD Hazmat crews were dispatched to the 1800 block of South Club Dr in Landover. On scene crews found a large commercial building &…
Police & Fire
Child, Adult Rescued From Second Floor As Crews Battle Townhouse Fire In Prince George’s County
An adult and a child were rescued and taken to a nearby hospital as emergency crews battled an early morning townhouse fire in Prince George’s County on Wednesday, Feb. 14. The blaze broke out on the 100 block of Swiss Gap Road in Largo around 8 a.m., the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department said. Crews rescued the pair from the second floor using a ladder before taking them to a nearby hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Townhouse Fire w/ Rescues, 8:01am, 100 Blk Swiss Gap Rd, Largo. PGFD arrived to find fire on the 2nd floor. 1 adult and 1 child rescued on the 2nd floor b…
News
More Than Two Dozen Injured After University Of Maryland Bus Crashes Into Pole (
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At least 27 people suffered various injuries after a University of Maryland bus crashed into a pole on Wednesday morning, shutting down a major roadway. Officials say that around 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, first responders were called to the area of Baltimore Avenue and University Boulevard in College Park after the bus struck a light pole and left more than two dozen people with injuries. Approx 10:20 am #PGFD units were dispatched to Baltimore Ave & University Blvd in College Park for a rescue call. On scene crews found a University of MD bus into a light pole. 27 patients with mino…
News
CSX Train Derailment Causes Road Closures In Maryland (
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Crews in Prince George's County are picking up the pieces after a massive train derailment in Hyattsville. More than a dozen cars were derailed when a freight train went off the tracks early on Saturday morning at the intersection of Alternate Route 1 and Decatur Street, officials say. 10:15 AM Photos from the scene: pic.twitter.com/Ih8l8yXMHu — Hyattsville Police Department (@HyattsvillePD) September 23, 2023 City officials are also advising that people avoid the area after several pedestrians were caught near the scene taking in the sights and taking photos. PLEASE AVOID THE AREA…
News
Verizon Users Experience Trouble Calling 911 In Maryland
A widespread outage in Maryland led to trouble for some Verizon users looking to make an emergency call on Friday morning. Several police agencies across the state issued alerts cautioning that Verizon wireless was having issues calling 911, though the agency actively is working to rectify the issue. MCP Emergency Communications (911) is experiencing a Verizon wireless issue. In the case of an emergency, callers are asked to call their district stations (listed in comments). Verizon is aware and attempting to fix the problem. #MCPD #MCPNews — Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcp…
Police & Fire
Two Dead, 3 Firefighters Hospitalized In Prince George's Blaze
Two people were killed and three firefighters were hospitalized in a blaze that broke out Saturday, Jan. 21 in Prince George's County. Crews arrived to the 5700 block of Center Drive in Temple Hills to find flames shooting out of a one-story home around 10 p.m. Update to 5700 BLCK Center Dr: 2 adult occupants located deceased. 3 #PGFD firefighters transported for evaluation. @PGCountyOEM to assist 2 additional residents displaced. Fire Investigators on scene to determine origin & cause of fire. pic.twitter.com/DHVzM6EdEt — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) Janua…
Police & Fire
Fast-Moving Two-Alarm Fire Tears Through Maryland Apartment Building (
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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 & Fire
Apartments Evacuated In Maryland When Tree Crashes Into Building, Officials Say
Several families were displaced in Maryland when a tree fell onto a multi-family apartment complex in Laurel, officials announced. Shortly before 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13, members of the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department responded to the 13100 block of Larchmont Road in Laurel to investigate a report of a tree that fell onto a multi-family dwelling. The incident forced an evacuation of the building, but no injuries were immediately announced or reported. According to reports, the tree took down parts of the roof of the complex, as well as other balconies on the higher level…
News
Young Girl Injured In 30-Foot Fall From Maryland Train Bridge (
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A child was hospitalized after falling from a train bridge in Maryland, officials said. Shortly before 6:45 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 21, members of the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department were called to the intersection of Upshur Street and 47th Street in Bladensburg to investigate a report of a juvenile who was injured. According to officials, upon arrival, crews found a young girl who had fallen approximately 30 feet from a train bridge. She was assisted by first responders back to the roadway and transported to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation. Her condition was not imme…
News
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Stops Amtrak Trains Along East Coast
Amtrak trains along the East Coast were at a standstill due to a fatal pedestrian strike north of Washington DC and a junkyard fire in Philadelphia on Tuesday, Sept. 27. Riders were told around 7 p.m. that they'd be stuck in their locations due to the massive fire and person struck by the train in Lanham, Maryland. Both incidents forced Amtrak to halt service throughout the region, up through Penn Station in New York. Some trains began moving around 8:10 p.m. #BreakingNews All #Amtrak activity north of Washington, DC has been halted after a train struck a pedestrian north of the New Ca…
Police & Fire
60 Displaced By Massive Lanham Fire
Nearly 60 people were displaced and three hospitalized in a fire that tore through an apartment complex in Lanham overnight, officials said. The blaze broke out just before 2 a.m. at the complex on the 6800 block of Riverdale Road. Crews found fire showing on the second floor. The fire extended to the roof and a third alarm was initiated. Two civilians and a firefighter were hospitalized with minor injuries, WUSA9 reports. Approx. 1:55 AM #PGFD units were dispatched to a multifamily dwelling in the 6800-block of Riverdale Rd. in Lanham for a reported structure fire. On scene crews fou…
Police & Fire
Row Of Paper Towels Set On Fire At Clinton Walmart: Sources Say
Prince George's County Fire Department was on scene of a fire that broke out at a retail store in Clinton. While the cause of the fire has been ruled as undetermined by the department, unconfirmed reports claimed it was started after a row of paper towels was set on fire. Crews responded to a structure fire at the Walmart in Clinton, located at 8745 Branch Avenue, just after 2 p.m. on Friday, April 1, the department said on Twitter. Crews remain on scene checking for hot spots and working on smoke removal. One adult male is being transported for non life threatening injuries. — Prin…
Police & Fire
Victim Hospitalized In Clinton House Fire: Officials
One person was hospitalized with life-threatening-injuries after a fire broke out at a home in Prince George's County, fire officials said. Crews were on the scene of the fire at 8002 Colonial Lane in Clinton just after 1 p.m. on Thursday, Mar. 17, Prince George's County Fire Department. One adult occupant was extricated and is being transported with life threatening injuries. The fire is out. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) March 17, 2022 Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke coming from a single-family home and hoarding conditions inside. One person was re…
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