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One Killed, Four Injured In Beltway Crash Near I-95 In Prince George's County One Killed, Four Injured In Beltway Crash Near I-95 In Prince George's County
One Killed, Four Injured In Beltway Crash Near I-95 In Prince George's County One person was killed and four others hospitalized following a single-vehicle crash that was reported on the Outer Loop of the Beltway near I-95 in Prince George's County. Motorists can expect "major delays," police say, following the crash that left three with life-threatening injuries, and sent two others to the hospital. Single vehicle crash, OL Cap Beltway before I-95. Three patients with life threatening injuries, two with non life threatening injuries. Expect major delays and move over for emergency vehicles. — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) May 7, 2024 A…
Multi-Vehicle Crash Slows Traffic On I-83: PennDOT (DEVELOPING) Multi-Vehicle Crash Slows Traffic On I-83: PennDOT (DEVELOPING)
Multi-Vehicle Crash Slows Traffic On I-83: PennDOT (Developing) A multiple-vehicle crash is causing serious delays on Interstate 83 in Central Pennsylvania on Tuesday, according to the state's Department of Transportation. The collision occurred around 12:30 p.m. on May 7, according to PennDOT's 511PA.  It briefly closed all lanes of I-83 North between Exit 32: PA 382 - Newberrytown and Exit 33: PA 392 - Yocumtown, as shown on 511PA.  One lane reopened shortly after 1 p.m., PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler told us. Emergency crews were called to the scene, according to York County Department of Emergency Services.  The crash…
Driver Hospitalized After Pickup Crashes Into Tree In Marmora Driver Hospitalized After Pickup Crashes Into Tree In Marmora
Driver Hospitalized After Pickup Crashes Into Tree In Marmora A pickup driver was hospitalized after crashing into a tree in Upper Township, officials said. The Marmora Volunteer Fire Company said firefighters and Upper Township paramedics responded to the crash on South Old Tuckahoe Road at around 6:55 a.m. on Monday, May 6. Emergency crews found a pickup that hit a tree with the driver stuck inside the truck. Seaville and Tuckahoe firefighters were also called to the scene to help with the trapped driver. The driver was freed from the pickup and brought to a hospital. No first responders were injured. The scene was cleared by around 7:30 a.m. …
Vicious Blaze Injures Firefighters, Ravages Wayne Home Vicious Blaze Injures Firefighters, Ravages Wayne Home
Vicious Blaze Injures Firefighters, Ravages Wayne Home A vicious fire consumed a Wayne home and sent at least two firefighters to the hospital, responders at the scene said. One reportedly complained of chest pains and the other suffered a possible broken leg in the Lenox Road fire, which began on the porch of the single-family home around 10 p.m. Saturday, May 4, and quickly spread. All of the residents got OK, although there was some question about a pet who may have still been inside. Aftermath CONTRIBUTED Flames ended up blowing through the roof of the 2½-story, wood-frame home, as firefighters mounted an exterior attack. The two-alar…
Woman Dies After Being Trapped Under Lawn Mower In Harford County Ravine Woman Dies After Being Trapped Under Lawn Mower In Harford County Ravine
Woman Dies After Being Trapped Under Lawn Mower In Harford County Ravine A woman was killed after going into cardiac arrest after being trapped under a commercial lawn mower in Harford County, officials say. Late on Thursday afternoon, crews from the Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Company and Harford County Department of Emergency Services paramedics responded to the 2300 block of Willow Vale Drive, where there were reports of a woman who was unconscious and not breathing. The scene of the fatal incident in Fallston. Fallston Volunteer Fire Company According to investigators, first responders found a woman trapped shortly after 5:15 p.m. on May 2 in a…
Children Struck By Car Block From Massive Fire In Elizabeth: Officials Children Struck By Car Block From Massive Fire In Elizabeth: Officials
Children Struck By Car Block From Massive Fire In Elizabeth: Officials Firefighters in Elizabeth spent Friday morning, May 3, battling a four-alarm blaze in a three-story residential building, authorities said. At 6:30 a.m., firefighters responded to 638 Elizabeth Ave., a spokesperson for the City of Elizabeth said. The fire was eventually declared under control. It is unknown how many people will need to be relocated, authorities said. Elizabeth NJ EMTs Local 87 Facebook One block away from the scene, at Elizabeth Avenue and 5th Street, two children and one adult who they were with were were struck by a vehicle on their way to school, authorities said. …
Employees Hospitalized After Discharge At Warren County 911 Communications Center: Authorities Employees Hospitalized After Discharge At Warren County 911 Communications Center: Authorities
Employees Hospitalized After Discharge At Warren County 911 Communications Center: Authorities An accidental fire suppression discharge at the Warren County Public Safety Building and 911 Communications Center forced employees to be hospitalized on  the afternoon of Thursday, May 2, authorities said. The fire suppression discharge was caused by outside contractors working on the building, the county said in a release. As a precaution, county employees were taken to the hospital where they were checked, cleared and released, the county said. Temporary 911 emergency communications were established using the county's Fieldcomm mobile communications vehicle in conjunction with …
South River Worker Killed, 4 Hurt In Explosion At Old Bridge Manufacturing Company (UPDATE) South River Worker Killed, 4 Hurt In Explosion At Old Bridge Manufacturing Company (UPDATE)
South River Worker Killed, 4 Hurt In Explosion At Old Bridge Manufacturing Company (Update) A fiery explosion left one woman dead and four others hurt at a manufacturing company in Old Bridge on Wednesday, May 1, authorities said. Eileen Marco, 73, of South River, was killed at the scene of the explosion at Superior Signal Company, LLC in Old Bridge at approximately 11:20 a.m., Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said. Four other people were injured. Photos from the scene show medical choppers landing at Veteran's Field, located nearby to transport two of the victims with serious injuries. The other two victims were taken to an area hospital with minor injuries, …
Red Cross Offers Support After Allentown Rowhome Blaze Red Cross Offers Support After Allentown Rowhome Blaze
Red Cross Offers Support After Allentown Rowhome Blaze The American Red Cross has set up a shelter for those displaced by the multi-home fire in Allentown on Tuesday, April 30.  The blaze on the 700 block of North 7th Street spread to three homes and left some three dozen people displaced, according to the Red Cross and WFMZ. Daily Voice has reached out to Allentown fire officials for additional details.  Posted by Allentown Fire Department - Engine 6 & Truck 2 on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 The Red Cross emergency shelter at the Allentown YMCA, 425 S. 15th St., is offering food, shelter, relief supplies, emotional suppo…
Farmer ID'd After Fatal Silo Collapse In Central PA (UPDATE) Farmer ID'd After Fatal Silo Collapse In Central PA (UPDATE)
Farmer ID'd After Fatal Silo Collapse In Central PA (Update) A 30-year-old dad of two has been identified as the farmer entrapped and later pronounced dead following a silo collapse in Lebanon County on Saturday morning, authorities explained on Monday. Bryan D. Kendall was killed in the collapse at his farm, Villa Dale Farm located at 901 Mount Pleasant Road in South Annville Township, according to Lebanon County Department of Emergency Services and as identified in a GoFundMe launched to help his wife and sons.  The call to LCDES about the collapse came in around 11:30 a.m. on April 27, as Daily Voice initially reported.  O…
Tractor-Trailer, Charter Bus Crash Ties Up Traffic On MD-40 In Harford County Tractor-Trailer, Charter Bus Crash Ties Up Traffic On MD-40 In Harford County
Tractor-Trailer, Charter Bus Crash Ties Up Traffic On MD-40 In Harford County A strange scene caused chaos for some motorists in Northern Maryland on Thursday afternoon. Shortly after 2 p.m. on April 25, first responders were called to a stretch of Pulaski Highway involving a tractor-trailer and charter bus that blocked several lanes. The crash was reported in the westbound lanes of MD-40 near MD-152 (Mountain Road).  Harford County Department of Emergency Service paramedics were called to the scene to assist, and there were lengthy delays while the incident was investigated and the scene was cleared. The cause of the crash is under investigation. #jmvfc8…
Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run
Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run Police in Fairfield County are on the hunt for a man who allegedly assaulted and stabbed a woman during a fight. Update: Man Wanted For Shelton Stabbing, Assault Nabbed By Police The incident occurred in Shelton at a Walnut Tree Hill Road home around 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23. According to Lt. Robert Kozlowsky of the Shelton Police, officers, and EMS responded and found a 35-year-old woman suffering from a stab wound to the leg.  The initial investigation revealed that the suspect and two women were hanging out at the residence. Kozlowsky said that an argument broke …
Two People Injured In Manchester Township Crash After Driver Has 'Medical Episode': Police Two People Injured In Manchester Township Crash After Driver Has 'Medical Episode': Police
Two People Injured In Manchester Township Crash After Driver Has 'Medical Episode': Police Two people were injured, including one who had to be airlifted, when an SUV crashed into a utility pole in Ocean County, authorities said. Manchester Township police responded to the crash with wires down in the road near the intersection of Route 70 and Green Acres Road at around 4:55 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 23, the department said in a news release. Officers found a black 2020 Honda SUV facing west on the eastbound shoulder of Route 70 with extensive front-end damage. Investigators said the Honda was traveling east on Route 70 when a 72-year-old Manchester man driving the SUV "suf…
Firefighters Battle Tricky Blaze At Northeast DC Home (VIDEO) Firefighters Battle Tricky Blaze At Northeast DC Home (VIDEO)
Firefighters Battle Tricky Blaze At Northeast DC Home (Video) An overnight fire razed a Northeast DC home that has reportedly stood for more than a century.  DC Fire and EMS personnel were called to the 1100 block of 48th Street NE at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, where they found flames showing from both floors of a two-story home.  Working Fire 1100 block 48TH St NE. Fire showing both floors 2 story house. #DCsBravest — DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) April 23, 2024 Officials said that crews had to contend with structural issues and downed power lines, though a majority of the flames were knocked down by 2:30 a.m. on April …
Curious Cabin Fire Along Susquehanna River Under Investigation In Harford County Curious Cabin Fire Along Susquehanna River Under Investigation In Harford County
Curious Cabin Fire Along Susquehanna River Under Investigation In Harford County One firefighter was injured battling a blaze that broke out inside a cabin that burned to the ground along the Susquehanna River in Harford County, according to the Maryland Fire Marshal. Overnight, members of the Darlington Volunteer Fire Company were called to Jennings Lane, when a neighbor reported that a recreational cabin was fully engulfed in flames along the water. The fire was reported shortly before 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 20.  Engine 112, Engine 113, Tanker 1, Supply 1, UTV 1 & Utility 1-1 with 16 volunteers are assisting Darlington Volunteer... Posted by Level …
Rollover Crash On I-70 Temporarily Ties Up Traffic In Washington County (PHOTOS) Rollover Crash On I-70 Temporarily Ties Up Traffic In Washington County (PHOTOS)
Rollover Crash On I-70 Temporarily Ties Up Traffic In Washington County (Photos) Some lanes were blocked on I-70 in Washington County on Saturday morning when first responders were called to investigate and clean up a rollover crash. At approximately 10 a.m. on April 20, crews from the Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company were called to a stretch of the interstate near Pectonville Road, where there was a reported crash involving a utility and box truck that left one vehicle overturned on the side of the road. The scene of the crash in Clear Spring. Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company In photos from the scene, traffic cones can be seen strewn about following the crash…
13 Vehicles Including School Van Involved In Fatal US Rt 30 Crash: York Officials (UPDATE) 13 Vehicles Including School Van Involved In Fatal US Rt 30 Crash: York Officials (UPDATE)
13 Vehicles Including School Van Involved In Fatal US Rt 30 Crash: York Officials (Update) A serious crash involving 13 vehicles — including a school van — left one person dead, "numerous people" were injured, and Route 30 in York County was closed in York County for hours on Tuesday morning, authorities explained in an updated release.  The crash fatality happened at the scene as Coroner Pam Gay detailed in a release the following day. The"older adult male front seat passenger" who was seatbelted in a 2008 black Toyota Yaris suffered injuries and was pronounced dead at 9:05 a.m.  "The driver of the Yaris was transported from the scene to Wellspan York Hospita…
Fiery Truck Crash Closes Route 1 In South Brunswick (DEVELOPING) Fiery Truck Crash Closes Route 1 In South Brunswick (DEVELOPING)
Fiery Truck Crash Closes Route 1 In South Brunswick (Developing) A fiery crash involving a truck closed Route 1 in South Brunswick on Friday morning, April 12. The crash happened at about 9:40 a.m. north of Ridge Road. Check back for updates.
Soldier Found Dead Inside Fort Meade Barracks In Anne Arundel County, Army Says Soldier Found Dead Inside Fort Meade Barracks In Anne Arundel County, Army Says
Soldier Found Dead Inside Fort Meade Barracks In Anne Arundel County, Army Says A soldier was found dead Wednesday, April 10 at a Fort Meade barrack in Anne Arundel County, according to officials.  The soldier was found by a service member who went into his room to check on him around 10:20 a.m., when he found him unresponsive, according to Shaun Herron, a public affairs specialist with the US Army. The service member called 9-1-1, bringing emergency services to the scene. Responders tried reviving the soldier, but he was unresponsive to any lifesaving measures and pronounced dead at 10:33 a.m., Herron said. There were no indications of self harm or foul play, ac…
Video Captures Screams From Neighbors As Fire Engulfs Harrisburg Row Homes Video Captures Screams From Neighbors As Fire Engulfs Harrisburg Row Homes
Video Captures Screams From Neighbors As Fire Engulfs Harrisburg Row Homes A massive fire tore through row homes in Harrisburg Thursday morning, April 11, leaving multiple residents displaced. The fire broke out on the 600 block of Ross Street, bringing numerous fire companies to the scene around dawn. Ring footage being circulated by multiple outlets including CBS21 shows neighbors screaming for help as flames spread. 👀 BREAKING NOW: Dramatic video from a neighbor captures fire spreading along Ross Street in Harrisburg this morning.https://t.co/EWN7XJuagN(Video submitted by resident, used by with permission.) pic.twitter.com/Ri08FMXw6j — Steve …
Keyport Man Rescued After Blowtorch Melts His Shoes To Basement Floor Keyport Man Rescued After Blowtorch Melts His Shoes To Basement Floor
Keyport Man Rescued After Blowtorch Melts His Shoes To Basement Floor A Monmouth County man was rescued after a blowtorch melted his shoes into the ground and fumes caused him to pass out, authorities said. In a Facebook post, Keyport police said it happened on the morning of Sunday, Apr. 7. According to Lincoln Hose 2273, Keyport firefighters responded to the home on Green Grove Avenue at around 6:30 a.m. Police said the older man was using the blowtorch when it caused his shoes to melt and get stuck to the ground. The torch and fire smoke caused him to pass out from the fumes. Officers carried him out of the basement and gave him oxygen. Firefighters quick…
3 Teens Shot, Wounded In Worcester; Police Asking For Tips 3 Teens Shot, Wounded In Worcester; Police Asking For Tips
3 Teens Shot, Wounded In Worcester; Police Asking For Tips Three teenagers — two women and one boy — were shot over the weekend in Worcester, authorities said.  Police were called to the Clarkston Street area to reports of gunshots on Sunday night, April 7, but more emergency calls were placed soon after announcing that multiple people were hurt, Worcester police said.  Officers found two 18-year-old women and a 17-year-old boy suffering from gunshot wounds when they arrived just before 9:15 p.m. They provided first aid at the scene, and paramedics rushed them to an area hospital, police said.  Their names and conditions were not re…
Woman Extricated, Airlifted To Trauma Center After Crashing Into Chaptico Tree Woman Extricated, Airlifted To Trauma Center After Crashing Into Chaptico Tree
Woman Extricated, Airlifted To Trauma Center After Crashing Into Chaptico Tree A woman suffered serious injuries after losing control, crashing into a tree, and getting trapped inside her vehicle in St. Mary's County, according to the sheriff's office. Chaptico resident Anita Renee Courtney, 40, had to be rescued from her totaled vehicle shortly before 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at the intersection of Maddox Road and Rivendell Way. 21:26:50*MVA SERIOUS*24298 MADDOX RD**CHAPTICO*OLD CHAPTICO WHARF RD*CO5 SQ5 SQ2 ALS CO59 CO29 FDC** VEHICLE INTO A TREE... Posted by Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department on Thursday, April 4, 2024 According to investigator…
Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police
Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police We all felt the 4.8 earthquake that shook up North Jersey on Friday, April 5. Police departments throughout the Garden State are asking people to not call 911 unless there is an emergency. UPDATE: Confirmed 4.8 Earthquake originating in Lebanon, NJ ... Posted by Parsippany Police Department on Friday, April 5, 2024 ParamusALERT: The USGS is reporting an earthquake in the area of northern NJ. Please only call 911 if you have a police, fire or medical emergency. Posted by Paramus Police Department on Friday, April 5, 2024 Posted by Bridgewater Police Department - NJ on&nb…
Burlington Girl On Ventilator After House Fire: Campaign Burlington Girl On Ventilator After House Fire: Campaign
Burlington Girl On Ventilator After House Fire: Campaign A Burlington mother is asking for help after losing everything in a house fire. Kashira Hannah's daughter Ka’Leah remains sedated on a ventilator after getting trapped in the fire, according to a GoFundMe campaign. "I ask for prayers and anything that you are able to give to help me and my children," she wrote. "I need all the help I can get as I rebuild our lives and find a new home." It was not immediately clear where the fire happened, however, firefighters rescued several people from a home on Route 130 Easter Sunday, according to 6abc. Click here to view or donate to the GoFundMe.
DUI Driver Injures Firefighters At I-95 Crash Scene In Virginia: Police DUI Driver Injures Firefighters At I-95 Crash Scene In Virginia: Police
DUI Driver Injures Firefighters At I-95 Crash Scene In Virginia: Police A 25-year-old man was charged with DUI in a crash involving a fire engine on I-95 in Northern Virginia, police said. Juan Sara Cruz, 25, was operating a 2019 GMC pickup when he changed lanes and struck the drivers side of a Chesterfield fire engine in the southbound lanes at Willis Road, Virginia State Police said. The engine was on scene of another crash on I-95 at Willis Road. The fire department had the right lane and right shoulder closed, and their lights were activated. After hitting the firetruck, Cruz then overcorrected and struck another vehicle. Two firemen were inside the truck…
Don't Fall For It: Scammers Pretending To Be O&R Workers, Police Say Don't Fall For It: Scammers Pretending To Be O&R Workers, Police Say
Don't Fall For It: Scammers Pretending To Be O&R Workers, Police Say Residents are being warned of predatory phone calls being made by scammers who are attempting to steal from Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. customers. The scammers, working across Rockland County, have been making calls pretending to be O&R employees, who tell the residents their account is suspended for non-payment, said the Suffern Police.  Scammers may also create urgency by telling potential victims that an O&R crew is on their way to disconnect service within a short time frame (15 minutes, etc). Scammers will then typically demand payment of a bill balance by prepaid…
Man Airlifted To Hospital With Serious Injuries From Propane Tank Fire Near Lincoln Memorial Man Airlifted To Hospital With Serious Injuries From Propane Tank Fire Near Lincoln Memorial
Man Airlifted To Hospital With Serious Injuries From Propane Tank Fire Near Lincoln Memorial A man suffered serious injuries and had to be airlifted to an area hospital by US Park Police when a fire broke out at a kiosk near the Lincoln Memorial. DC Fire and EMS personnel were called shortly after 7 a.m. on Thursday morning to a small concession kiosk outside Lincoln Memorial Circle NW, where there were propane tanks in danger of exploding. Update kiosk fire Lincoln Memorial Circle. Continue to overhaul the kiosk. Investigators on scene to determine cause. #DCsBravest pic.twitter.com/v2SPeAEgaJ — DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) March 28, 2024 One person was injured and taken to t…
UPDATE: Six Injured In Overnight Route 4 Crash, Impaired Wrong-Way Driver Charged UPDATE: Six Injured In Overnight Route 4 Crash, Impaired Wrong-Way Driver Charged
Update: Six Injured In Overnight Route 4 Crash, Impaired Wrong-Way Driver Charged 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: An impaired driver from Westchester was headed the wrong way on westbound Route 4 in Paramus when his SUV slammed head-on into another over the weekend, sending five people as well as himself to the hospital, authorities said. Whigmer J. Villanueva, 56, of Harrison was "operating his vehicle recklessly and under the influence of drugs and or alcohol" when his eastbound 2008 Toyota rammed an unidentified vehicle shortly near Paramus Road before 2:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23, a criminal complaint says. "Two passengers in the defendant's vehicle were injured as a result of the accident …
Wind-Driven Attic Blaze Damages Buchanan Residence Wind-Driven Attic Blaze Damages Buchanan Residence
Wind-Driven Attic Blaze Damages Buchanan Residence A blaze that ignited in the attic of a Northern Westchester residence proved to be a tough battle for firefighters thanks to gusty winds. The blaze began on Thursday, March 21 just after 1 p.m. at a residence in Buchanan, according to the Croton-on-Hudson and Millwood Fire Departments. Arriving fire crews soon began battling the blaze in the residence's attic and first and second floors, which proved to be difficult thanks to gusty winds and unstable floors.  Eventually, the blaze was brought under control around 3:30 p.m. Members of the Buchanan, Croton, Millwood, Continental Village…
Injured Hiker Rescued From Trail At Park In Hartsdale Injured Hiker Rescued From Trail At Park In Hartsdale
Injured Hiker Rescued From Trail At Park In Hartsdale A woman was rescued from a narrow wooded trail in Westchester after suffering an injury while hiking, firefighters said. The events leading to the rescue happened on Saturday, March 16 around 2:20 p.m., when a hiker was injured while walking on a trail in Hart's Brook Park and Preserve in Hartsdale, according to the hamlet's fire department.  After a quick search of the area, first responders eventually found the woman on the Orange Trail about a quarter-mile into the woods and realized she would not be able to walk out of the park.  Because of this, the department loaded the wom…