It’s Tuesday, Feb. 17, and listed below are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.
1. Weather: Warmer today, but still cloudy, according to the National Weather Service.
Cloudy today, maybe some clearing late in the afternoon. Much warmer Tuesday and Wednesday, but clouds likely stick around. pic.twitter.com/EyczrVaorB
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) February 16, 2026
2. Natural gas leaks: Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer offers some insight on a recent increase in natural gas leaks:
Earlier this month Cold Weather @MontgomeryCoMD resulted in an increase of natural gas leaks, including numerous calls in Bethesda, Silver Spring, Takoma Park to name a few – here’s what I believe has been happening – Be Aware, Be Informed, Be Prepared pic.twitter.com/KwEX7cqw46
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) February 16, 2026
3. ICYMI: A District Court judge ordered that the 16-year-old boy charged in the shooting of a fellow student at Wootton High School remain held without bond in an adult facility. Read more here
4. Summer school: Montgomery County Public Schools is expanding its summer school program by adding more locations and operating hours.
5. Flavor Hive: The restaurant and food truck gained popularity on social media for allowing customers to bring their own bag of chips, which is then filled with halal proteins like chicken, beef, or lamb, along with sauces and toppings.
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