Multi-Vehicle Crash On MD-295 Causing 3.5 Miles Of Backups In Anne Arundel County Multi-Vehicle Crash On MD-295 Causing 3.5 Miles Of Backups In Anne Arundel County
Multi-Vehicle Crash On MD-295 Causing 3.5 Miles Of Backups In Anne Arundel County A multi-vehicle crash on MD-295 caused traffic to be backed up for miles in Anne Arundel County on Tuesday ahead of the afternoon commute. Alerts were issued at approximately 2:15 p.m. on April 23 advising that there was a crash tying up traffic along the roadway in the area of MD-175 (Annapolis Road).  The crash forced two lanes to be blocked, with only one getting by. Traffic was backed up nearly four miles as of 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. ALERT: POLICE ACTIVITY; ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY; MD 295 N AT ARUNDEL MILLS BLVD; 2 RIGHT LANES CLOSED #MDTRAFFIC SOC — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) Ap…
Car Crashes Into Front Of Maryland Fast Food Restaurant (PHOTOS) Car Crashes Into Front Of Maryland Fast Food Restaurant (PHOTOS)
Car Crashes Into Front Of Maryland Fast Food Restaurant (Photos) No injuries were reported on Monday afternoon when a driver accidentally crashed into Baja Fresh in Montgomery County, officials say. First responders were called to the fast food joint on King Farm Boulevard in Rockville before 3 p.m. on April 22, when a Toyota SUV struck the front of the storefront, causing damage to the recently-renovated eatery. The driver crashed into Baja Fresh in Montgomery County. Twitter/@DavidPazos15 According to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson, no injuries were reported, including the driver, and the Health Department, Code Enforcemen…
Man Found Shot Collapses Near Old Hospital While Police Investigate Maryland Crash Man Found Shot Collapses Near Old Hospital While Police Investigate Maryland Crash
Man Found Shot Collapses Near Old Hospital While Police Investigate Maryland Crash A driver involved in a crash in Montgomery County who collapsed at a local hospital was found with a gunshot wound to his leg, according to the Takoma Park Police Department, though his passenger is at large. Shortly before 8 p.m. on Sunday night, officers were called to investigate a reported single-car crash involving a disabled vehicle driven by a Hispanic man who walked away from the crash scene and collapsed near the old Washington Adventist Hospital. He appeared to have a gunshot wound to his leg when he was found. According to a witness, a front seat passenger fled the scene, though…
Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland
Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland A pedestrian walking along I-270 in Montgomery County was killed after being struck by a vehicle when they entered the roadway on Friday morning, officials say. At approximately 5:40 a.m. on April 19, first responders were called to a stretch of the interstate between exits 8 and 9 to investigate the fatal crash. According to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson, the pedestrian was treated at the scene for traumatic, life-threatening injuries, and was later pronounced dead. Police Activity. I-270 NB (Local Lanes) at I-370 (Exit 9). Montgomery County, MD. All Local L…
Two Killed In Separate Crashes 12 Hours Apart On Same Maryland Highway: Police Two Killed In Separate Crashes 12 Hours Apart On Same Maryland Highway: Police
Two Killed In Separate Crashes 12 Hours Apart On Same Maryland Highway: Police A pair of fatal crashes are under investigation after two people were killed in less than 12 hours in Anne Arundel County, police say. The busy day for members of the Anne Arundel County Police began shortly after midnight, when 37-year-old Laurel resident Jeff Charles was killed in a violent crash that saw him ejected from his Jeep on Wednesday. Later that morning, at approximately 11:10 a.m. on April 17, officers were called back to the same road, where there was a reported crash on Laurel Fort Meade Road at the intersection of Old Annapolis Road in Maryland City involving Rockville resid…
Wrong-Way Chain-Reaction Crash In Southern Maryland Sends Two To Hospital: Sheriff Wrong-Way Chain-Reaction Crash In Southern Maryland Sends Two To Hospital: Sheriff
Wrong-Way Chain-Reaction Crash In Southern Maryland Sends Two To Hospital: Sheriff Two were hospitalized in Southern Maryland following a chain-reaction crash that was set off when a man failed to negotiate a turn and struck a vehicle in the opposite lane, according to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon to investigate a reported crash at the intersection of Newtowne Neck Road and Wathen Road in Leonardtown involving three vehicles.  According to investigators, Salvador Martinez Gonzalez, 34, was driving a 2020 Chevy Silverado north on Newtowne Neck Road when he lost control of the truck, crossed …
New I-695 Inner Loop Closure Point To Take Effect Monday: Maryland Transportation Authority New I-695 Inner Loop Closure Point To Take Effect Monday: Maryland Transportation Authority
New I-695 Inner Loop Closure Point To Take Effect Monday: Maryland Transportation Authority With the entire East Coast continuing to adjust to the collapse of the Key Bridge collapse in Maryland, the state's Transportation Authority announced new closures and alternatives for motorists on I-695. Beginning on Monday, April 15, there will be a new closure point in effect on the Inner Loop. According to officials, the closure will be at MD 151/North Point Boulevard (exit 42) which will be the last exit for drivers. Outer Loop closure remains intact at MD 173 (exit 1) (see above). New closures and traffic patterns.  Maryland Transportation Authority Police via Facebook …
Child Airlifted, 2 Others Seriously Hurt In I-95 Crash (UPDATE) Child Airlifted, 2 Others Seriously Hurt In I-95 Crash (UPDATE)
Child Airlifted, 2 Others Seriously Hurt In I-95 Crash (Update) UPDATE: A child was airlifted in critical condition, while two adults were taken to the hospital with serious injuries, crews said around 2:10 p.m. Update to multi-vehicle collision I-95 at Powder Mill: 1 pediatric patient medevaced via @MDSP Trooper 2 in critical condition, 2 adult patients transported with serious injuries. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) April 10, 2024 ---------------- A portion of I-95 in Prince George’s County was shut down Wednesday afternoon, April 10 as emergency crews responded to a four-vehicle crash with a medevac transport. The col…
Vehicle Fire Closes Portion Of I-95 Inner Loop (DEVELOPING) Vehicle Fire Closes Portion Of I-95 Inner Loop (DEVELOPING)
Vehicle Fire Closes Portion Of I-95 Inner Loop (Developing) A vehicle fire closed a portion of the I-95 Inner Loop in Prince George’s County on Tuesday afternoon, April 9, developing reports said. Crews responded to the blaze near exit 17B to MD 202 at Landover Road just before 2:55 p.m., according to MDSHA. Both inner loop right on ramps were closed, as well as one traffic lane and the left deceleration lane. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Serious 3-Vehicle Crash Jams Rush-Hour Traffic On Rt. 50 Serious 3-Vehicle Crash Jams Rush-Hour Traffic On Rt. 50
Serious 3-Vehicle Crash Jams Rush-Hour Traffic On Rt. 50 A serious 3-car crash crash caused traffic delays on Rt. 50 in Prince George’s County Wednesday afternoon, April 3. The crash was reported on the westbound side near Collington Road in Bowie shortly before 4 p.m., the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Dept. said. The 3-car collision caused serious injuries and trapped at least one patient, the squad said. Vehicle crash with entrapment and serious injury, Rt 50 west bound at Collington Rd. Expect delays and move over for emergency vehicles. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) April 3, 2024 One westbound shoulder and …
Serious Crash Shuts Elkton Road Serious Crash Shuts Elkton Road
Serious Crash Shuts Elkton Road A serious crash closed a major roadway in Cecil County early Tuesday, April 2. The state's DOT website shows all northbound lanes of MD 279 (Elkton Road) was closed due to a crash at approximately 5:15 a.m. ALERT: Cecil County; Crash; MD 279 North between Belle Hill Rd and Airport Rd; all lanes closed #MDTraffic soc — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) April 2, 2024 The road was closed between Belle Hill and Airport roads.
Heavy Rush Hour Traffic Expected On Baltimore Routes Due To Key Bridge Collapse: MDTA Heavy Rush Hour Traffic Expected On Baltimore Routes Due To Key Bridge Collapse: MDTA
Heavy Rush Hour Traffic Expected On Baltimore Routes Due To Key Bridge Collapse: Mdta MDTA officials issued a warning to drivers Monday morning regarding increased rush hour traffic on several Baltimore highways following last week’s Key Bridge collapse. The southeast corridor of I-695 is closed on the Outer Loop at MD 173 (exit 1) and Inner Loop at MD 157/Peninsula Expressway (exit 43). The MDTA encouraged drivers to allow extra travel times using the alternate routes on I-95, I-895 and other sections of I-695. The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is also available for commuters. Expect heavy traffic on routes in the Baltimore region during rush hour periods.…
Driver Killed In Fiery DC Crash Was Trapped On Top Of Jersey Wall On I-295 In DC, Police Say Driver Killed In Fiery DC Crash Was Trapped On Top Of Jersey Wall On I-295 In DC, Police Say
Driver Killed In Fiery DC Crash Was Trapped On Top Of Jersey Wall On I-295 In DC, Police Say New details have been released after a person was killed in a fiery crash on I-295 that left one dead and several others injured.  The Metropolitan Police Department detailed the events that resulted in a fatal crash on Friday morning in Northeast DC, though the investigation into the incident is ongoing. Police say that at 6:50 a.m. on March 29, a Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck was heading north on the interstate and approaching the Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue exit when the crash happened. Crash with entrapment & fire I-295 at Benning Rd NE. Had 2 vehicles involved with 1 on f…
One Dead, 3 Hurt In I-295 Crash In DC One Dead, 3 Hurt In I-295 Crash In DC
One Dead, 3 Hurt In I-295 Crash In DC Traffic was tied up on I-295 in Northeast DC as crews responded to a fatal crash and car fire on Friday morning. DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to a stretch of the interstate near Benning Road NE shortly before 7 a.m. on March 29, where there was a reported multi-vehicle crash with one on that went up in flames. One person was killed in the fiery crash after becoming entrapped inside the vehicle, and three others were evaluated at the scene by paramedics before declining additional treatment. Several lanes were closed in the area as crews battled the car fire and investigated the fa…
'Significant' Gas Leak Shuts Down Busy Roads In Northeast DC 'Significant' Gas Leak Shuts Down Busy Roads In Northeast DC
'Significant' Gas Leak Shuts Down Busy Roads In Northeast DC DC Fire and EMS personnel were busy on Thursday afternoon after a construction crew hit a high-pressure gas line in Northeast, leading to a "significant" leak in the area.  At around 11:15 a.m. on March 21, firefighters were called to New York and Florida Avenue NE, where a gas line was struck and spread to an adjacent building, officials said. Significant gas leak NY & Florida Ave NE. Large outside gas line struck. Some gas migration into adjacent structure. Occupants relocated to safe area where necessary. @washingtongas on scene indicating extended time to control leak. #DCsB…
Montgomery County Rollover Sends 4 To Hospital Montgomery County Rollover Sends 4 To Hospital
Montgomery County Rollover Sends 4 To Hospital A rollover involving four vehicles in Montgomery County sent four people to the hospital Monday morning, March 18, crews said. It happened on Darnestown Road at Key West Plaza near Hunting Lane in Rockville, MCFRS Spokesperson Pete Piringer said. Crews responded and found one of the vehicles overturned around 11:50 a.m. One of the occupants was extricated before four were taken to a nearby hospital. All southbound lanes of Darnestown Road prior to Key West Ave near Hunting Lane were shut down for the investigation and cleanup, Piringer added. RX @mcpnews TRAFFIC ADVISORY: All southboun…
Tractor-Trailer Crash Blocks Traffic On I-495 Tractor-Trailer Crash Blocks Traffic On I-495
Tractor-Trailer Crash Blocks Traffic On I-495 A tractor-trailer collided with an SUV and blocked several lanes on I-495 Tuesday afternoon, March 12. The crash occurred on the I-495 Beltway prior to River Road near Exit 40 around 12:40 p.m., MCFRS Spokesperson Pete Piringer said. OL I495 beltway between Bradley Boulevard and River Road, prior to River Road IAO Exit 40, collision, involves tractor-trailer and SUV, some lanes blocked — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) March 12, 2024 Two left lanes and the left shoulder were initially closed as crews responded. The two left lanes reopened a short time later. This is a developing story. Chec…
Two Killed, Three Hospitalized Following Chain-Reaction Crash In Maryland: State Police Two Killed, Three Hospitalized Following Chain-Reaction Crash In Maryland: State Police
Two Killed, Three Hospitalized Following Chain-Reaction Crash In Maryland: State Police Two family members were killed in a three-vehicle chain-reaction crash on Route 313 that shutdown the roadway for hours, according to Maryland State Police investigators. Hurlock residents Lavonne Bratcher, 55, and Vincent Bratcher, 56, were both pronounced dead by first responders after their Mazda was rear-ended by a Jeep, sending them ping-ponging into a GMC truck, causing the fatal crash in Caroline County. Shortly before 7 a.m. on March 11, troopers were called to a stretch of Federalsburg Highway north of Laurel Grove Road where there was a reported crash. Investigators say that the …
New Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff New Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff
New Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff Seen him?  Investigators from the St. Mary's Sheriff's Office are seeking the public's assistance in tracking down lcoal resident Daniel Steven Connelly, who was able to escape following his arrest. They say that on Thursday, March 7, Connelly, who was incarcerated at the St. Mary's County detention and Rehabilitation Center at the time, removed his court-ordered GPS monitoring device while at an inpatient treatment facility in California. He then left the area. No other details were provided by the sheriff's office. Anyone with information regarding Connelly or his whereabouts has …
White House Warns Of Road Closures Ahead Of State Of The Union Address In DC White House Warns Of Road Closures Ahead Of State Of The Union Address In DC
White House Warns Of Road Closures Ahead Of State Of The Union Address In DC Traffic will be tied up in parts of DC on Thursday night as President Joe Biden provides his third "State Of The Union Address," officials are cautioning. US Capitol Police issued an alert advising that these roads will be closed throughout the day on March 7: At 6:30 a.m. the following roads will be closed to the public: Pennsylvania Avenue between First Street, NW, and 3rd Street, NW Maryland Avenue between First Street, NW, and 3rd Street, SW First Street between Constitution Avenue, SW, and Independence Avenue, SW At 1:30 p.m. the following roads will be closed to the public: First …
Passenger Killed In Multi-Vehicle Maryland Crash: State Police Passenger Killed In Multi-Vehicle Maryland Crash: State Police
Passenger Killed In Multi-Vehicle Maryland Crash: State Police Police have identified the 87-year-old man who was killed after being rushed to an area hospital following a crash in St. Mary's County. Maryland State Police troopers were called early on Tuesday, March 5 to the area of Great Mills Road at East Run Drive in Lexington Park, where there were reports of a two-vehicle crash that left at least three people with injuries. Google Maps street view According to police, first responders found Joseph Leroy Greer, 87, of Dameron suffering from serious injuries, and he was rushed by paramedics to MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, where he later died. The…
Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff
Escapee Wanted For Ditching Court-Ordered GPS Device, Fleeing In St. Mary's County: Sheriff Recognize her?  Investigators from the St. Mary's Sheriff's Office are seeking the public's assistance in tracking down Lexington Park resident Ashley Lauren Markart, who was able to escape home detention following her arrest on a weapons offense. According to officials, Markart was on home detention when she removed her court-ordered GPS monitoring device and fled the area. The 31-year-old woman was described as being 5-foot-4 weighing 135 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. No other details were provided by the sheriff's office. Anyone with information regarding Markart or her …
Crash Closes Portion Of I-495 Inner Loop In Montgomery County Crash Closes Portion Of I-495 Inner Loop In Montgomery County
Crash Closes Portion Of I-495 Inner Loop In Montgomery County A major crash closed a portion of the Inner Loop of I-495 in Montgomery County on Tuesday afternoon. The crash was reported just past Exit 34 in Rockville Pike/MD 355 around 12:35 p.m., according to the Montgomery County OEMHS: Traffic incident blocks all travel lanes of the Inner Loop of I-495 just past Exit 34 (Rockville Pike/MD 355). Traffic is only able to proceed on the right shoulder. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route. #MdTraffic pic.twitter.com/QPaECeC560 — Montgomery Co OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) March 5, 2024 Traffic was getting by on the right shoulder. All lanes …
Police Seeking Witnesses To Crash That Left Passenger With Critical Injuries In Maryland Police Seeking Witnesses To Crash That Left Passenger With Critical Injuries In Maryland
Police Seeking Witnesses To Crash That Left Passenger With Critical Injuries In Maryland See something, say something. At least that's what the Charles County Sheriff's Office is imploring as they seek witnesses to a crash in Waldorf on Sunday afternoon that left a 49-year-old with critical injuries. Patrol officers were called at around 3;30 p.m. on March 3 to the intersection of Middletown Road and McDaniel Road, where the driver of a Kia K5 was attempting to make a left turn when it was struck by a Volkswagen ID.4. A passenger in the Kia was evaluated and rushed to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries, though their condition was not available on Monday afternoon.…
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Fiery Crash At Busy Maryland Intersection Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Fiery Crash At Busy Maryland Intersection
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Fiery Crash At Busy Maryland Intersection New details have been released by the Montgomery County Department of Police after a serious crash involving a motorcyclist and Acura on Thursday afternoon in Gaithersburg. First responders were called to the intersection of Snouffer School Road and Centerway Road before 4:45 p.m. on Feb. 29, when Damascus resident Anthony Bernard Lee was struck by another vehicle and his motorcycle went up in flames. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, paramedics rushed two adults to the hospital - one with traumatic injuries - following the crash. The 35-year-old Lee later died fr…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Sends One Car Into Southeast DC Building Multi-Vehicle Crash Sends One Car Into Southeast DC Building
Multi-Vehicle Crash Sends One Car Into Southeast DC Building An investigation has been launched after a multi-vehicle crash sent one car caroming into a building in Southeast DC on Friday afternoon. DC Fire and EMS personnel responded at around 1 p.m. on March 1 to the area of Marion Barry Avenue and MLK Jr. Avenue SE, where there was a reported crash involving at least three vehicles, one of which struck the front of an apartment building. The aftermath of the multi-vehicle crash in Southeast DC. Twitter/@dcfireems Officials say that paramedics were evaluating four people involved in the incident, all of whom were able to safely get out of their…
Motorcycle Catches Fire In Maryland Crash At Busy Intersection; Two Injured Motorcycle Catches Fire In Maryland Crash At Busy Intersection; Two Injured
Motorcycle Catches Fire In Maryland Crash At Busy Intersection; Two Injured Two people were hospitalized with serious injuries after a crash in Montgomery County that left a motorcycle on fire Thursday afternoon, officials say. First responders were called to the intersection of Snouffer School Road and Centerway Road before 4:45 p.m. on Feb. 29, when a motorcyclist was struck by another vehicle and went up in flames. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, paramedics rushed two adults to the hospital - one with traumatic injuries - following the crash. During the investigation, the roadway was shut down on Snouffer School Road and Centerway Ro…
Metro Station Evacuated For Smoke On Platform In Southeast DC (UPDATED) Metro Station Evacuated For Smoke On Platform In Southeast DC (UPDATED)
Metro Station Evacuated For Smoke On Platform In Southeast DC (Updated) Some Metro riders in Southeast DC got a scare on Thursday afternoon after first responders evacuated a station and temporarily suspended service due to smoky conditions caused by a fire. Shortly after 1 p.m. on Feb. 15, DC Fire and EMS personnel reported that they were called to the Eastern Market Metro station, where there was smoke on the platform, officials say. At app 12:50p, the operator Silver Line train 638 at Eastern Market reported an "explosion" on their train, and resulting heavy smoke. Further details to come. — @MetroReasons@thepit.social (@MetroReasons) February 15, 2024 …
Crash Investigation On I-95 Backs Up Traffic In Harford County Crash Investigation On I-95 Backs Up Traffic In Harford County
Crash Investigation On I-95 Backs Up Traffic In Harford County Traffic was slowed on I-95 in Harford County just in time for the Wednesday afternoon commute following a crash that blocked several lanes. First responders from several agencies responded to a stretch of the southbound lanes of the interstate near exit 77, where a crash forced crews to block the left two lanes while they investigated and evaluated at the scene. Volunteer Firefighters from @AbingdonFire @jmvfc8 and @AFDco2MD and a @HarfordCoDES EMS unit are on scene of a vehicle crash that blocks the 2 left lanes of southbound I-95 past exit 77 in #EdgewoodMD. Expect delays. pic.twitter.…
Wegmans Tractor-Trailer Fire Leads To Temporary Lane Closures In Maryland Wegmans Tractor-Trailer Fire Leads To Temporary Lane Closures In Maryland
Wegmans Tractor-Trailer Fire Leads To Temporary Lane Closures In Maryland The shelves at a Maryland Wegmans location may be a bit bare after a tractor-trailer carrying a delivery was destroyed by an early morning fire in Montgomery County. At approximately 5:15 a.m. on Thursday morning, first responders were called to a vehicle fire on Observation Drive near Ridge Road, where a truck heading to the grocery giant went up in flames. ICYMI - ~515a @mcfrs dispatched for vehicle fire on Observation Dr near Rt 27 (Ridge Rd), fire involved fully loaded tractor trailer headed to nearby Wegmans Market, total loss, no injuries, cleanup continuing likely to afternoon, po…
Police ID Woman Killed Crashing Into Trees Off Anne Arundel County Roadway Police ID Woman Killed Crashing Into Trees Off Anne Arundel County Roadway
Police ID Woman Killed Crashing Into Trees Off Anne Arundel County Roadway A 68-year-old woman was killed in Anne Arundel County over the weekend after losing control of her vehicle and coming to a crashing rest against two trees, police say. Glen Burnie resident Cynthia Herman has been identified by investigators as the person who was killed after crashing in the early evening on Friday, Feb. 2.  According to a spokesperson from the Anne Arundel County Police Department, shortly after 7 p.m. on Friday night, officers responded to a single-vehicle crash on Route 10 North near Mountain Road in Glen Burnie, where Herman crashed her 2011 Nissan Frontier. Invest…