Montgomery Community Media

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has signed an Executive Order declaring a state of emergency in Maryland in anticipation of heavy rains, potential flooding, and the possibility that Hurricane Joaquin may impact Maryland. “While the path of Hurricane Joaquin remains uncertain, taking proactive measures is the first step in preparing for extreme weather and will ensure […]

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for Montgomery County from 4 p.m. Thursday through the early evening. According to the NWS, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected ahead of a cold front that will cross the area. Rainfall of one to two inches with locally higher amounts will be possible in […]

The City of Rockville has opened four cooling centers for community members in need of a place to cool off from this week’s hot weather. The centers are located at the following facilities: • Lincoln Park Community Center, 357 Frederick Avenue. • Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive. • Thomas Farm Community Center, 700 Fallsgrove […]

Pepco is asking its customers to conserve energy on Monday, August 3 as an increased demand for electricity throughout the Mid-Atlantic region is anticipated. The power supply in the region is expected to be sufficient to meet anticipated high demand. For Pepco’s Maryland customers, the Maryland Public Service Commission has approved Peak Energy Savings Credit. […]

UPDATED Over 3,700 Pepco customers are without power in the Gaithersburg area of Montgomery County as strong storms move into the area. According to the National Weather Service, winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail are possible with these storms. Locations impacted include Rockville, Gaithersburg, Damascus, Olney, and Germantown. A Pepco spokesperson […]

Pepco is asking its customers to conserve energy on Tuesday, July 21 as an increased demand for electricity throughout the Mid-Atlantic region is anticipated because of the heat wave. The power supply in the region is expected to be sufficient to meet anticipated high demand. For Pepco’s Maryland customers, the Maryland Public Service Commission has […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory from noon – 8 p.m. on Monday. The advisory means that a period of high temperatures is expected in our area. According to the NWS advisory, the combination of high temperatures and high humidity will create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Residents […]

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Montgomery County from now until 9 p.m. According to the watch, the primary threat with these storms includes heavy rain, large hail, lightning and damaging wind gusts. You can find more information, here. SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH in effect for Montgomery County until 9PM. http://t.co/4qut0wK3Nz […]

Montgomery County police are investigating the deaths of a 29-year-old mother and her four-year-old daughter at a Chevy Chase home. According to a police account, police and firefighters responded to a report of an electrocution at the residence shortly before 4:30 p.m. in the 8800 block of Connecticut Avenue on Saturday afternoon. Police said the […]

UPDATED The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood warning for Montgomery County from now until 5:30 p.m. and a flood warning is in effect until 8:15 p.m. for small streams. According to the NWS, heavy rains have saturated the area. Streams may begin to rise out of their banks as the rain continues. […]