5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 5, In Montgomery County

It’s Friday, Dec. 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.

1. Extreme Cold Alert: Montgomery County is under an Extreme Cold Alert.

An Extreme Cold Alert is in effect for Montgomery County from 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. 🥶

Temperatures and wind chills are expected to be at or below 32°F. Stay warm, check on neighbors, and find cold weather resources here: https://t.co/nxXOcvlIBr pic.twitter.com/A4L9n3Mwnr

— Montgomery County MD Government (@MontgomeryCoMD) December 4, 2025

2. Wheaton Water Leak Causes Evacuation of 1,000: A water leak and power outage in Wheaton on Wednesday affected 1,000 residents and 500 apartment units, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer.

3. New Council Bill Aims to Protect Immigrants in Montgomery County: The “Trust Act” would codify a 2019 Montgomery County Executive Order that was intended to ensure the constitutional rights of county residents who are immigrants are not violated.

4. Antisemitism, Security Dominate ‘Lox and Legislators’ Breakfast: Sixty federal, state, county and municipal legislators Wednesday morning attended “Lox and Legislators Breakfast” to hear what is being done to curb hate and increase security at places of worship.

Antisemitism, Security Dominate ‘Lox and Legislators’ Breakfast

5. Mold and Maintenance Issues: With more than 576 signatures, parent Claudia Delgado is pushing for change and calling attention to the mold, aging plumbing, malfunctioning HVAC system, sewage issues, leaks, broken tiles, poor ventilation and asbestos concerns at Montgomery County’s Sherwood High School, where her daughter studies.

Mold and Maintenance Issues at Sherwood H.S. Spur Parent Petition

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