Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County (MD) Fire & Rescue Service - an Internationally Accredited Combination Career & Volunteer Public Safety Organization
Joined March 2014
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While we’ve been enjoying the calmer conditions today compared to Thursday and Friday, another severe weather threat exists tomorrow afternoon and evening.
Storms tomorrow may also be intense similar to previous days. The entire region is once again under a Level 2 out of 5 risk for severe storms.
Damaging winds are the primary threat, with gusts of 60-70 mph possible in stronger storms. However, large hail and an isolated tornado or two will also be possible.
Make sure to stay aware tomorrow and have several ways to get alerts. #vawx #mdwx #dcwx #wvwx
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Calm winds and lows in the 60s again tonight as high pressure starts to transition out of the area. Tomorrow, heat indices will range primarily in the 90s ahead of a strong cold front that will bring additional thunderstorms to the region between the afternoon and evening hours.
ALT A weather map of the Washington DC/Baltimore area showing the forecasted maximum heat index for June 14, 2026.
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Gaithersburg Announces SummerFest and Fireworks Celebration on June 27
Click below for full article.
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Today is dry but warm. Tonight dry with seasonable temps. High pressure moves east. A storm system and cold front approaches & moves across Sunday into Sun eve. SPC has all of our region in a Slight Risk for Severe Storms. Damaging winds main threat, perhaps large hail too.
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May 29
Potomac River Safety Awareness Campaign (‘kicked-off’ Memorial Day) @MCFRS asking visitors to observe the warnings, come prepared to @COcanalNPS & be safe in the areas near Potomac River & Great Falls. Lots to learn from the @MCFRS Swift Water Rescue Team: mcfrs.blogspot.com/2021/05/k…
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Jun 7
🚒🚑🚓Can we find you in an emergency? Finding your home, especially at night, can be challenging if address #'s are unreadable, hidden, not visible or have missing numbers which may delay emergency responders from getting to you as quickly as possible. ➡️bit.ly/3Dz8sPh
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Jun 10
Volunteer Opportunities @MontgomeryCoMD MD - Do You Want To Serve Your Community? Hyattstown, Poolesville, Damascus, Silver Spring, Rockville, Kensington, Hillandale, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Wheaton, Cabin John… Learn How to volunteer w/ @mcvfra @mcfrs SEE: ht.ly/KCufv
Jun 10
Fire chiefs @IAFC are hoping to interest the younger generation, with hopes of helping volunteer fire departments around the country attract new recruits through social media campaigns & marketing materials. wtop.com/local/2026/06/volun…
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Jun 11
Fireworks are DANGEROUS and…. the primary REASON ‘ALL’ Fireworks are ILLEGAL @MontgomeryCoMD - Celebrate Wisely & leave the fireworks to licensed pyrotechnic pros & attend (permitted) public displays - don’t hang around people that shoot/aim/launch fireworks at others
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Jun 11
ATTENTION: Water Safety @MCFRS It’s a @mcfrs priority… going to backyard pool, lake, River or beach SEE: bit.ly/43auG6a No substitution for supervision.. Don’t let your guard down just because most community & backyard pools are open & WATCH the WEATHER. - Be Attentive
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Jun 11
Montgomery County Fire Rescue Community Academy @mcfrs @MontgomeryCoMD trying (on) new things… linkedin.com/posts/mariela-l…
Jun 11
Community Engagement - Week 6 @mcfrs Community Fire/Rescue Academy, guest speaker Former Assistant Attorney General, District 7 @MoCoCouncilMD member Dawn Luedtke & then ‘hands-on’ wearing PPE (personal protective equipment) & SCBA (self contained breathing with a smoke show!
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Jun 11
Montgomery County Proud @mcvfra
June 8, 2026 @mcfrs Volunteer & HS Cadet Graduation Ceremony #DYK Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service is the largest ‘accredited’ Combination (Career/Volunteer) Department in the U.S. WATCH video:
youtu.be/MiKu5buIn7Y
Jun 8
Hundreds of family & friends are watching an impressive group of graduates, all volunteers whom have successfully completed EMT, Firefighting I/II & High School Cadet Program representing 22 @mcps high schools, as well many other volunteers completing EMT & Firefighting courses
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No Fireworks, No Sparkers, No Injuries, No Fires, No Problem - Celebrate Wisely without FIREWORKS @mcfrs @MontgomeryCoMD
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HIRING!!! JOIN.MCFRS.com Nice Career, Good Pay & Great Benefits! Start at a young age (20s), have financial independence during the prime of your life (20s/30s) & then you can even enjoy retirement BEFORE you reach your Middle Age (40s)!! @mcfrs an All-Hazards department
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Friday, June 12, 2026 (B-Shift), Heat Advisory & Severe Storms, Montgomery Fire & Rescue Service emergency crews responded to:
Total 483 Incidents
🚑 365 EMIHS (medical)
🚒 90 Fire
🚨 28 Others
@mcfrs Can Notice, Can Relate, Can Adapt - Gardez Bien - Guarded Well
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Washington DC, Arlington VA and Alexandria VA until 7:45 PM EDT. This storm will contain wind gusts to 70 MPH!
ALT This graphic displays a severe thunderstorm warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 7:45 PM EDT. The warning includes Washington DC, Arlington VA and Alexandria VA. This warning is for The Central District Of Columbia, West Central Prince Georges, Arlington, and Southeastern Fairfax Counties, The Eastern City Of Falls Church and The City Of Alexandria. The threats associated with this warning are wind gusts up to 70 MPH and pea sized hail. There are 1,498,767 people in the warning along with 316 schools and 12 hospitals.
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ICYMI: Kensington’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, June 13 from 12-4 p.m. at St. Paul Park, located at 10564 St. Paul Street in Kensington, Marlyand. The rain date Sunday, June 14, 2026. bit.ly/4eAlmR2
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Jun 12
.@mcfrs is hiring. Applications open soon. Clink the link: JOIN.MCFRS.COM
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