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The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24. Stop by the Police Station between 10AM - 2PM. Take this opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted, unused & expired medications & help prevent accidental poisoning, overdose & misuse.
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDOct 9
Due to impending weather, we are unfortunately canceling Oktoberfest. The safety of our guests, staff, and vendors is our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and hope to celebrate with you at a future event. Stay safe and dry! 🌧️🍂
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nhtsagov
@NHTSAgovOct 8
Practice, school runs, weekend games — the back seat gets busy this time of year! ⚽🎒 Before you put the car in drive, make sure everyone is buckled up. A properly fitted seat belt is your child's best defense on EVERY trip, no matter how short.
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Traffic incident closes southbound I-270 ramp onto eastbound I-370. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route.
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City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDSep 24
Traffic Notice: The CSX railroad crossing on Summit Ave. is currently stalled, causing significant traffic backups in the area. CSX has been alerted. Please expect delays and use alternate routes if possible. We’ll provide updates as soon as the crossing is cleared.
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
nhtsagov
@NHTSAgovSep 18
No gray area here: Buckle Up. ✔️ Every Trip. ✔️ Every Time. ✔️
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City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDSep 10
REMINDER: Heads up, neighbors! 🚧 Christopher Ave will be closed between MD‑355 and Russell Ave from Sept 14–16, 9 p.m.–6 a.m., due to crane work by Costco. Plan ahead, use alternate routes, and allow extra travel time during the overnight closures! Stay safe!
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Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
Carbon monoxide (CO) alarms provide safety & early warning from CO poisoning. Can’t see it, Can’t smell it, & @mcfrs Firefighters want you to learn how to protect your home from a silent ‘killer’ SEE: mcfrs.blogspot.com/2025/11/n…
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Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
RX @DavidPazos15 (9/5) @844AM. @mcfrs had high CO reading in building 422 N Summit Av & additional high readings of carbon monoxide in adjacent bldgs. @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluated dozens of people from affected apts…..at least 11 patients transported
Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
ICYMI Gaithersburg, MD, N Summit Av, @mcfrs on scene, CO leak, 3 bldgs >50 residents evaluated, @MCFRS_EMIHS transported at least 11 patients @washingtongas on scene (believe source isolated to a stove) @mcfrs & maintenance checking all CO/smoke alarms in order to re-occupy
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Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
Last update @DavidPazos15 N Summit Ave. Washington Gas confident source of CO was oven & Oven removed from bldg. 50+ residents evaluated, 12 people transported (4 Adults/7 Children) Residents are reoccupying. @mcfrs beginning to leave & bldg management remains on scene.
Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
RX @DavidPazos15 (9/5) @844AM. @mcfrs had high CO reading in building 422 N Summit Av & additional high readings of carbon monoxide in adjacent bldgs. @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluated dozens of people from affected apts…..at least 11 patients transported
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
Pete Piringer@mcfrsPIOSep 5
Gaithersburg, MD Labor Day Parade Monday, September 7, 2026 10a @MontgomeryCoMD @GburgMD INFO: gaithersburgmd.gov/recreatio…
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Emergencies don’t make appointments. This National Preparedness Month, take time to build an emergency kit and create a plan for your family, including children and pets. Make a plan. Build a kit. Stay ready. #MCPNews #MCPD #NationalPreparednessMonth
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
Montgomery Co. MD OEMHS
@ReadyMontgomerySep 4
National Preparedness Month is the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself & others from our most common hazards. Learn more: ow.ly/FlYp50ZJ0iA Mes de Preparación Nacional es el momento ideal para aprender qué hacer para protegerte a tu mismo de los riesgos comunes.
Infographic listing common hazards in Montgomery County, MD Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security including thunderstorms, power outages, flash floods, extreme heat, winter storms, and tornadoes. Learn how to protect yourself from our most common hazards. www.montgomerycountymd.gov/npm

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Infografía que enumera los peligros comunes en el condado de Montgomery, MD —según la Oficina de Gestión de Emergencias y Seguridad Nacional—, tales como tormentas eléctricas, cortes de electricidad, inundaciones repentinas, calor extremo, tormentas invernales y tornados. Aprenda a protegerse de los peligros más frecuentes en nuestra zona. www.montgomerycountymd.gov/npm

ALT Infografía que enumera los peligros comunes en el condado de Montgomery, MD —según la Oficina de Gestión de Emergencias y Seguridad Nacional—, tales como tormentas eléctricas, cortes de electricidad, inundaciones repentinas, calor extremo, tormentas invernales y tornados. Aprenda a protegerse de los peligros más frecuentes en nuestra zona. www.montgomerycountymd.gov/npm

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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDSep 3
🚧 Update, neighbors! Due to a delay, the overnight closure of Christopher Ave between MD‑355 and Russell Ave will now run Mon, Sept 14–Wed, Sept 16, from 9 PM–6 AM each night for Costco crane work. Plan ahead, use alternate routes, and stay safe! 🚧
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDAug 31
🔔 Reminder! Our Community Shredding & Electronics Recycling Event is this Saturday, Sept. 5 at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park. ⏰ New time: 8:30–11:30 AM ♻️ Bring old documents & unwanted electronics to help keep Gaithersburg clean and green! Details: gburg.md/GburgShreds
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Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that resulted in the death of 61-year-old Craig Anthony Budd, of Gaithersburg. montgomerycountymd.gov/news/… #MCPNews #MCPD
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Gaithersburg Police retweeted
City of Gaithersburg
@GburgMDAug 31
In observance of Labor Day, City offices & most facilities will be closed on Sept. 7 w/ the following exceptions ⛳Mini Golf is open 12-6pm 🌴Water Park is open 12-5pm 👮@GPDNews Admin office is open 8am-9pm 🎉Join us for the 88th Annual Parade 10am gburg.md/labordayparade
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Officers and @mcfrs dispatched at approximately 8:10 p.m., to North Frederick Ave. and Professional Dr. for the report of a pedestrian struck. One adult male pronounced dead on scene. The striking vehicle remained on scene. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect delays. #MCPNews #MCPD
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Traffic incident closes Northbound MD-355 (Frederick Rd) at Professional Dr. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route.
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6D officers and @MCFRS dispatched at 3:04 p.m. to the area of Central Avenue and 355 for a report of a school bus that crashed into a utility pole. No students were on the bus at the time of the collision. More information will be released as it becomes available. #MCPNews #MCPD
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