Emergency Response

Feb. 27, 2026

Duplex Fire Displaces 1 Child, 2 Adults in Glassmanor

No injuries reported as firefighters battle blaze at two-story brick home.

Feb. 24, 2026

BGE Restoring Power After Winter Storm

Utility working to bring back electricity to thousands of customers across Maryland

Feb. 23, 2026

Maryland Declares State of Emergency as Winter Storm Approaches

Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected to hit the state overnight

Feb. 22, 2026

Residential Sprinkler Stops Germantown Kitchen Fire

No injuries reported as sprinkler system quickly contained blaze

Feb. 21, 2026

Trump Declares Emergency for Potomac Sewage Spill

FEMA mobilized to assist with clean-up of 243 million gallons of untreated wastewater leak

Feb. 21, 2026

Trump Approves Federal Aid for Potomac River Sewage Spill

President authorizes EPA to lead cleanup efforts after sewer line collapse in Washington, D.C.

Feb. 20, 2026

Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Shed Fire in Edgewood, Maryland

State fire marshal's office credits firefighters' fast response for preventing spread to nearby home.

Feb. 19, 2026

Potomac River Sewage Spill Repair Underway

Long-term rehabilitation of the C&O Canal expected to take 9-10 months

Feb. 18, 2026

1 Hurt, 6 Displaced In Westminster House Fire

Authorities investigate cause of blaze that caused $100,000 in damage

Feb. 18, 2026

Porch Fire Causes $20K In Damage To Bel Air Home

Firefighters spent 15 minutes gaining control of the blaze at the one-story home.

Feb. 17, 2026

Potomac Cleanup Continues as Trump Blames Others

Wastewater spill of 243 million gallons raises public health concerns along the river.

Feb. 17, 2026

Crews Make Progress in Controlling Potomac Sewage Spill

Timeline for repairs remains 4-6 weeks, but additional work to continue for up to 9 months

Feb. 17, 2026

Explosion Destroys Home, Prompts Evacuation of 50 Nearby Residences

Officials suspect a gas leak caused the fire and blast in Centreville, Maryland.

Feb. 17, 2026

Two Stranded in Flooded Maryland Creek During Extreme Cold Alert

Midnight polar plunge ends with icy 911 rescue after hours in frigid waters.

Feb. 9, 2026

Maugansville Home Destroyed in Sunday Blaze

Fire causes nearly $500,000 in damages but no injuries reported