Four injured in Bethesda fire caused by dry Christmas tree
One person remains in critical condition following a Christmas house fire in Bethesda. It is believed to have been caused by a dry Christmas tree and an old string of… Read More
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Fire Victim’s Family Donates Lifesaving Gear to Firefighters
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service claims to be the first large fire department in the nation to deploy smoke escape hoods systemwide. The safety tool was adopted due to… Read More
Fire at Historic Farmhouse in Poolesville Causes $200K in Damage
A fire at a historic farmhouse in Poolesville caused $200,000 in damages. The likely cause was improperly-discarded smoking materials, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Chief Spokesperson Pete… Read More
Five Displaced, One Hospitalized After Derwood Apartment Fire
An unconscious person was revived and taken to the hospital following a fire Thursday night in an apartment complex in Derwood, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue officials. The… Read More
Family Escapes Damascus Townhome Fire
A house fire in Damascus resulted in about $250,000 in damage and the death of three cats, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS). One adult and three… Read More
2 Parks Will Have Planned Fires to Help Restore Habitats
Prescribed fires will take place between this month and mid-April at two conservation parks to help restore natural habitats. Montgomery Parks will conduct fires at River Road Shale Barrens Conservation… Read More
Potomac Fire Displaces Family of 7
A fire at a large home in Potomac displaced a family of seven Monday. There were no injuries. According to Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Services Spokesperson Pete Piringer, family… Read More
Brush Fire Burns Up Several Acres in Dickerson
Several acres burned up following a brush fire in Dickerson Monday afternoon, according to the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service (MCFRS). MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer said that the… Read More
6 Displaced After Gaithersburg Apartment Fire
Six people were displaced after a fire at a three-story apartment building Monday evening in Gaithersburg. There were no injuries, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief… Read More
José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen Provides Meals During California Fires
World Central Kitchen (WCK), the nonprofit under chef and Bethesda resident José Andrés, has been in California to give free meals to first responders and locals impacted by wildfires. “[T]hey… Read More
Crews Battle House Fire on Damascus Road
Crews responded to a house fire on Maryland Route 650 (MD-650) at Damascus Road in the Laytonsville area on Monday while a snow emergency continues to be in effect for… Read More
Top Stories of 2024: Historic Hires: New Public Safety Leaders Sworn In
Historic leaders took the helm of the county fire and police departments this year. Fire Chief Corey Smedley is the county’s first African American fire chief, and Police Chief Marc… Read More