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Power Line Crashes Onto Richmond Highway In Woodlawn, Triggering Memorial Day Delays Power Line Crashes Onto Richmond Highway In Woodlawn, Triggering Memorial Day Delays
Power Line Crashes Onto Richmond Highway In Woodlawn, Triggering Memorial Day Delays Commuters were delayed in Virginia on Monday afternoon as Memorial Day got off to a strange start in Fairfax County. First responders were called around 7:30 a.m. on Monday, May 25, to a stretch of Richmond Highway in Woodlawn near the intersection of Sacremento Drive, where there was a single-vehicle crash that ended with a power line down, officials say. Fairfax County Police No injuries were reported. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, drivers are urged to avoid the area while crews make repairs. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Check back to Daily…
DC Fire Battalion Chief Keith Long Dies In Line Of Duty: ‘Rest Easy, Chief’ DC Fire Battalion Chief Keith Long Dies In Line Of Duty: ‘Rest Easy, Chief’
DC Fire Battalion Chief Keith Long Dies In Line Of Duty: ‘Rest Easy, Chief’ A longtime DC Fire and EMS leader has died in the line of duty, prompting an outpouring of grief and solidarity across the region's first responder community. Battalion Fire Chief Keith T. Long passed away suddenly while on duty on Wednesday, Feb. 4, according to the DC Fire and EMS Department. Chief Long was appointed to the department on Dec. 19, 1988, and spent 38 years serving residents and visitors of Washington, DC, officials said.  At the time of his death, he was serving as a Safety Battalion Chief. “The Department regrets to announce the line-of-duty death of Battalion Fire …
First Responder Sparks Outrage With ‘Run Through It’ Protest Comment On Maryland Police Post First Responder Sparks Outrage With ‘Run Through It’ Protest Comment On Maryland Police Post
First Responder Sparks Outrage With ‘Run Through It’ Protest Comment On Maryland Police Post A first responder in Maryland made waves on social media when he made a questionable comment on a police statement. A Facebook user under the name Sam Campbell, a firefighter and Marine medic from Maryland, commented on a traffic advisory from the Bowie Police Department regarding a "No Kings" rally over the weekend. ⚠️Traffic Advisory: A substantial number of pedestrians are gathered on the sidewalks at the 15200 block of Annapolis Rd. Drivers are advised to proceed carefully in this area. #Bowie #DMV #TrafficAlert ⚠️ Posted by City of Bowie Police Department on Saturday, June 14,…
Father, 2 Young Sons Die In NY Fire: Officials Father, 2 Young Sons Die In NY Fire: Officials
Father, 2 Young Sons Die In NY Fire: Officials A father and his two young sons were killed in a devastating house fire Saturday night, May 31, in a Hudson Valley, NY town, authorities said. Shane Munn, 40, and his two sons, ages 12 and 17, all died in the blaze at 876 Pulaski Highway in Goshen at approximately 8:10 p.m., according to New York State Police. Firefighters arrived on scene to find the building completely engulfed in flames, police said. Munn was found dead inside the home, while his two sons were rushed to Garnett Health Medical Center in Wallkill, where they later died from their injuries, according to NYSP.…
Maryland Neighborhood Rocked By Explosion: Reports (DEVELOPING) Maryland Neighborhood Rocked By Explosion: Reports (DEVELOPING)
Maryland Neighborhood Rocked By Explosion: Reports (Developing) First responders were called to the scene of an explosion in Baltimore on Monday afternoon, according to multiple reports. At approximately 12:40 p.m., officials responded to an incident on South Gilmor Street, reportedly an explosion.  No further details were provided by police. More information is expected to be provided. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group.
28 Killed, Dozens Injured As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through 3 States, Including VA 28 Killed, Dozens Injured As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through 3 States, Including VA
28 Killed, Dozens Injured As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through 3 States, Including VA A wave of severe weather has resulted in tragedy as multiple tornadoes swept across the central and eastern United States, claiming at least 28 lives, injuring dozens more, and leaving as many as a half-million without power. The event unfolded late Friday, May 16, into Saturday, May 17, leaving a path of destruction across Missouri, Kentucky, and Virginia. Officials say the death toll could rise as they assessed the damage. Southeastern Kentucky has been particularly hard-hit, reporting 21 fatalities, according to CBS affiliate WKYT in Lexington.  Shortly after midnight on Satur…
House Explosion Under Investigation In Virginia (DEVELOPING) House Explosion Under Investigation In Virginia (DEVELOPING)
House Explosion Under Investigation In Virginia (Developing) First responders were called to a reported home explosion in Haymarket late on Tuesday afternoon. Crews responded to the 5900 block of Colby Hunt Court for a reported gas-related home explosion, according to a social media post made by the Loudoun County Career Fire Fighters association. The initial call came in at approximately 4:15 p.m. on Oct. 15 before a second alarm was called. According to officials, it is believed the fire stemmed from an outside gas leak caused by utility work.  It is unclear if there were any injuries. The house was evacuated safely. Crews are on scene …
Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING) Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Fairfax County (DEVELOPING)
Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Miles-Long Delays On I-95 In Fairfax County (Developing) A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 temporarily tied up traffic for some motorists in Fairfax County as several lanes were shot down while crews cleared the scene. First responders were called to the northbound lanes of I-95 near mile marker 165.8 at around 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, resulting in lane closures of the north right center lane, right lane, and right shoulder. Traffic was only getting by the left two lanes on the interstate as of 11:15 a.m. on Thursday morning. Delays were beginning around US-1, according to the Metropolitan Area Transportation Operations Coordination Progr…
Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Stafford County: Virginia DOT Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Stafford County: Virginia DOT
Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-95 Backs Up Traffic For Miles In Stafford County: Virginia DOT Some motorists were met by lengthy delays on I-95 in advance of the Monday afternoon commute due to a multi-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer. First responders in Stafford County were called to a stretch of the southbound lanes of the interstate near Garrisonville, where there was the reported crash, tying up traffic for several miles.  Traffic on I-95 in Stafford County Virginia DOT According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, motorists can continue to expect delays as all lanes are closed with traffic only getting by in the right lane as of 3:40 p.m. on Aug…