Even on cooler summer days, your car can heat up to dangerous temperatures. Sun + humidity = Heatstroke. Period. Leaving your pet inside your car during the summer can be fatal. Days above 90 degrees, which we have had our share of in the Washington DC area, especially with high humidity, are inherently dangerous to your pet. Humidity interferes with your pet’s ability to rid themselves of excess body heat. When people overheat, they sweat, and when the sweat dries, it takes excess heat with it. Animals only perspire around their paws, which is not enough to cool their body. To rid themselves of excess heat, animals pant. Air moves through the nasal passages, which picks up excess heat from the body. As it is expelled through the mouth, the extra heat leaves along with it. Although it is a very efficient way to control body heat, it is severely limited in areas of high humidity or when the animal is in closed, hot quarters. Often you hear, ‘What about leaving the animal in the car with the air-conditioning on?’ Many actually do this – but tragedy can still strike, and it has. For example, in 2003, a dog in Texas died after the air-conditioning in the car shut down and began blowing hot air. The air system’s compressor kicked off because the engine was too hot. Many cars, including modern models with computerized functions, are prone to the same problem. Why take that chance with your pet’s health and life?
Cracking the window DOES NOT cut it!
Your car can be a death trap for your pet even on a mild sunny day – and your car's temperature can quickly rise above 120 degrees! Never, ever leave your pet inside the car! If your pet cannot go with you when you get out of the car, leave him at home! Anyone who thinks about leaving an animal trapped in a car on a warm summer day with the windows cracked, even for five minutes, should consider putting on a fur coat and changing places with their pet. Perhaps then it would be understood why this is considered cruelty to animals, which is subject to legal action.
It is against the law to leave a pet unattended in a standing or parked motor vehicle in a manner that endangers the health or safety of the animal. There are traffic as well as criminal charges that may be brought against you. The following is an excerpt from the Cruelty to Animals section of the Maryland Legal Code:
(a) A person may not leave a cat or dog unattended in a standing or parked motor vehicle in a manner that endangers the health or safety of the cat or dog.
(b) A person may use reasonable force to remove from a motor vehicle a cat or dog left in the vehicle in violation of the provisions of subsection (a) of this section if the person is:
(1) A law enforcement officer;
(2) A public safety employee of the State or of a local governing body;
(3) An animal control officer under the jurisdiction of State or a local governing body;
(4) An officer of a society or association, incorporated under the laws of this State for the prevention of cruelty to animals, authorized to make arrests…, or
(5) A volunteer or professional of a fire and rescue service.
(c) A person described in subsection (b) of this section may not be liable for any damages directly resulting from actions taken under the provisions of subsection (b) of this section.
Anyone who sees an animal left alone in a car should immediately contact one of the following:
Takoma Park Police Department – 301.270.1100
Animal Control Montgomery County – 240.773.5900
Animal Rescue Services (Montgomery County) – 240.773.5960
Animal Rescue Services (Prince George's County) – 301.499.8301
Animal Rescue Services (District of Columbia) – 202.576.6664
Bottom line: Please do not leave your pets in the car!
Friday, July 30, 2010
COMMUNITY ADVISORY - Attempt Breaking & Entering
On July 30, 2010, at approximately 12:55 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6600 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Redline Motor Sports & U-Haul) for reports of an attempted breaking and entering that had just occurred. An anonymous citizen observed two subjects attempting to break in to one of the containers unsuccessfully and then fleeing in an unknown direction. A search of the area revealed a U-Haul truck parked directly to the rear of the business that had been reported stolen from a U-Haul lot in Washington, D.C.
Investigation continues under case #10037428. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Investigation continues under case #10037428. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Summary - 7/23/10 - 7/29/10
T1 Beat:
None
T2 Beat:
None
T3 Beat:
Larceny
7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m., unknown subject entered a business and took property, then left without paying.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, on Monday, July 26 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a residential backyard and stole an unsecured bicycle.
Larceny-From Auto
900 block of East-West Highway, on Saturday, July 24 at 3:30, unknown subject entered the victims’ vehicle by unknown means and stole property while the victim was inside a gas station.
Robbery
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 23 at 8:10 p.m., unknown subjects with firearms confronted victims inside and apartment building chased one of the victims out of the building and stole the victims’ property.
Vandalism
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Saturday, July 24 at 10:45 a.m., an unknown subject punched the top of the victims’ vehicle causing a dent.
Arrests:
Unit block of Lincoln Avenue, on Sunday, July 25 at 2:00 a.m., an adult male 52 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Unit block of Manor Circle, on Tuesday, July 27 at 7:22 p.m., an adult female 21 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, on Tuesday, July 27 at 1:01 a.m., an adult male 21 was arrested for having an outstanding warrant for marijuana possession.
Intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Merwood Drive, on Sunday, July 25 at 1:10 a.m., an adult male was arrested for driving under the influence.
8100 block of Lockney Avenue, on Friday, July 23 at 5:15 p.m., an adult female 19 was arrested for having an outstanding warrant for theft.
None
T2 Beat:
None
T3 Beat:
Larceny
7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m., unknown subject entered a business and took property, then left without paying.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, on Monday, July 26 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a residential backyard and stole an unsecured bicycle.
Larceny-From Auto
900 block of East-West Highway, on Saturday, July 24 at 3:30, unknown subject entered the victims’ vehicle by unknown means and stole property while the victim was inside a gas station.
Robbery
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 23 at 8:10 p.m., unknown subjects with firearms confronted victims inside and apartment building chased one of the victims out of the building and stole the victims’ property.
Vandalism
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Saturday, July 24 at 10:45 a.m., an unknown subject punched the top of the victims’ vehicle causing a dent.
Arrests:
Unit block of Lincoln Avenue, on Sunday, July 25 at 2:00 a.m., an adult male 52 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Unit block of Manor Circle, on Tuesday, July 27 at 7:22 p.m., an adult female 21 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, on Tuesday, July 27 at 1:01 a.m., an adult male 21 was arrested for having an outstanding warrant for marijuana possession.
Intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Merwood Drive, on Sunday, July 25 at 1:10 a.m., an adult male was arrested for driving under the influence.
8100 block of Lockney Avenue, on Friday, July 23 at 5:15 p.m., an adult female 19 was arrested for having an outstanding warrant for theft.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Montgomery County. At 12:29 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a thunderstorm approaching the County which has intensified past severe limits. This storm will move through areas along I-270 from North to South over the next hour and a half.
Damaging wind, hail, and significant cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. All outdoor activities in the following areas should be postponed until this storm passes.
Locations in the path of this storm include:
Poolesville
Germantown
Gaithersburg
I-270
Severe Thunderstorms can produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents are urged to seek safe shelter indoors until the storm passes and remain alert for any additional warnings.
Damaging wind, hail, and significant cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. All outdoor activities in the following areas should be postponed until this storm passes.
Locations in the path of this storm include:
Poolesville
Germantown
Gaithersburg
I-270
Severe Thunderstorms can produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents are urged to seek safe shelter indoors until the storm passes and remain alert for any additional warnings.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Severe Thunderstorm Watch
A cluster of thunderstorms are now approaching Montgomery County. Some of these storms are producing hail and high winds. Warnings will be possible over the next two hours.
The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for Montgomery County. At 11:55 a.m., dopplar radar indicated a cluster of severe thunderstorms that are intensifying past severe limits.
The primary threat with these storms include extremely heavy rain, large hail, lightning, and isolated tornadoes.
Those with outdoor plans this evening should monitor the skies and be prepared for threatening weather. Lightning is the number one severe weather killer in the US. If you are outdoors and storm approaches, seek safe shelter indoors.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH means conditions are favorable for severe storms in and close to the watch area. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings.
The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for Montgomery County. At 11:55 a.m., dopplar radar indicated a cluster of severe thunderstorms that are intensifying past severe limits.
The primary threat with these storms include extremely heavy rain, large hail, lightning, and isolated tornadoes.
Those with outdoor plans this evening should monitor the skies and be prepared for threatening weather. Lightning is the number one severe weather killer in the US. If you are outdoors and storm approaches, seek safe shelter indoors.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH means conditions are favorable for severe storms in and close to the watch area. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings.
NEWS RELEASE - National Night Out 2010!
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 29, 2010 (9:22 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness.
Activities will include food, music, games, face painting, moon bounce, sno-cones, cotton candy, ice pops, fire truck, 9-1-1 emergency center demonstration by the Fire Chief, Buckle-up for Safety, general safety information, police horse demonstration, K-9 demonstrations, officers on bikes, as well as other children’s events and activities. FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE.
In addition, there will be an update on the Takoma Park Police Department's participation in the “Project 365” program. This program asks each police department participating in National Night Out to designate a problem and/or problem area within their community. The goal is to work towards correcting, or having a major impact, on the problem within an estimated "365" days - or in other words, from National Out 2009 to National Night Out 2010. Takoma Park Police's objective for “Project 365” was to target drug activity, whereby decreasing crime in the area. By targeting the drug problem, we also targeted the gang activity, and other criminal offenses related to that "life-style," i.e., graffiti, loitering, auto theft, theft from vehicles, etc.
The success of any police department is contingent upon the involvement of the community and National Night Out provides us with the reminder that the police alone cannot be the sole providers of safety and security in a community. Citizen involvement and participation is instrumental in addressing crime and crime prevention in communities. National Night Out is a time for us to reinforce our commitment to strengthening police community partnerships.
We look forward to another successful National Night Out in Takoma Park!
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 29, 2010 (9:22 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness.
Activities will include food, music, games, face painting, moon bounce, sno-cones, cotton candy, ice pops, fire truck, 9-1-1 emergency center demonstration by the Fire Chief, Buckle-up for Safety, general safety information, police horse demonstration, K-9 demonstrations, officers on bikes, as well as other children’s events and activities. FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE.
In addition, there will be an update on the Takoma Park Police Department's participation in the “Project 365” program. This program asks each police department participating in National Night Out to designate a problem and/or problem area within their community. The goal is to work towards correcting, or having a major impact, on the problem within an estimated "365" days - or in other words, from National Out 2009 to National Night Out 2010. Takoma Park Police's objective for “Project 365” was to target drug activity, whereby decreasing crime in the area. By targeting the drug problem, we also targeted the gang activity, and other criminal offenses related to that "life-style," i.e., graffiti, loitering, auto theft, theft from vehicles, etc.
The success of any police department is contingent upon the involvement of the community and National Night Out provides us with the reminder that the police alone cannot be the sole providers of safety and security in a community. Citizen involvement and participation is instrumental in addressing crime and crime prevention in communities. National Night Out is a time for us to reinforce our commitment to strengthening police community partnerships.
We look forward to another successful National Night Out in Takoma Park!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Food Safety
According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service, meat, poultry, fish and eggs should be refrigerated at 40° F and frozen food at or below 0° F, which may be difficult with a prolonged power outage.
• Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. A refrigerator will only keep food safely cold for about four hours if it is unopened.
• A full freezer will hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed.
• Obtain dry ice or block ice to keep your refrigerator as cold as possible if there is a prolonged power outage. Residents should check with local retailers for ice supplies.
• Digital, dial or instant-read thermometers and appliance thermometers will help determine if the food is at safe temperatures. The refrigerator temperature should be at 40°F or below; the freezer, 0°or lower.
• To be sure a particular food is cold enough; take its temperature with a food thermometer.
• Never taste food to determine its safety!
• Food may be safely refrozen if the food still contains ice crystal or is at 40°F or below. Evaluate each food item separately. Be sure to discard any items in either the freezer or the refrigerator that have come into contact with raw meat juices.
• Food such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, soft cheeses, butter and leftover cooked meats, casseroles and pizza should be thrown out if they have been held above 40° F for over two hours.
For a complete chart and when to save and when to throw out certain foods, please visit the USDA’s food safety website at http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/keeping_food_Safe_during_an_emergency/index.asp.
• Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. A refrigerator will only keep food safely cold for about four hours if it is unopened.
• A full freezer will hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) if the door remains closed.
• Obtain dry ice or block ice to keep your refrigerator as cold as possible if there is a prolonged power outage. Residents should check with local retailers for ice supplies.
• Digital, dial or instant-read thermometers and appliance thermometers will help determine if the food is at safe temperatures. The refrigerator temperature should be at 40°F or below; the freezer, 0°or lower.
• To be sure a particular food is cold enough; take its temperature with a food thermometer.
• Never taste food to determine its safety!
• Food may be safely refrozen if the food still contains ice crystal or is at 40°F or below. Evaluate each food item separately. Be sure to discard any items in either the freezer or the refrigerator that have come into contact with raw meat juices.
• Food such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, soft cheeses, butter and leftover cooked meats, casseroles and pizza should be thrown out if they have been held above 40° F for over two hours.
For a complete chart and when to save and when to throw out certain foods, please visit the USDA’s food safety website at http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/keeping_food_Safe_during_an_emergency/index.asp.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Summary - 7/16/10 - 7/22/10
T1 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
500 block of Tulip Avenue, between Wednesday, June 30 at 7:00 a.m. and Saturday, July 17 at 5:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) removed pad lock from side door of a garage to gain entry and stole two bicycles.
Larceny
6400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 at 3:25 p.m., two male subjects stole a victim’s purse from her unlocked car while the victim was inside the gas station.
6700 block of Gude Avenue, between Thursday, July 15 at 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 20 at 1:01 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered backyard, removed lawn mower from under the rear porch and pushed it away.
Larceny-From Auto
6400 block of Sligo Mill Road, on Sunday, July 18 at 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through the victim’s vehicle window and stole a GPS unit.
6400 block of Sligo Mill Road, between Saturday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 18 at 8:16 a.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through victim’s vehicle window and stole a GPS unit.
Robbery
6900 block of Eastern Avenue, on Thursday, July 22 at 4:24 a.m., while walking home two victims were approached from behind by two suspects. Suspect 1 placed Victim 1 in a bear hug while Suspect 2 took a cell phone. Suspect 2 then took Victim 2’s wallet and both suspects fled. S1: B/M, Dread Locks, White T-Shirt. S2: B/M, Short Hair, White T-Shirt
Vandalism
7900 block of Takoma Avenue, on Tuesday, July 20 at 11:30 p.m., two males approached the victim’s porch carrying a wooden post and table tray top and the victim reported a loud knocking and later found that a security camera to the right of the door had been knocked free from a bracket.
6600 block of Poplar Avenue, on Wednesday, July 21 between 4:50 a.m. and 7:58 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke rear window of a van and then fled in an unknown direction.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
600 block of Kennebec Avenue, between Thursday, July 15 9:50 p.m. and Friday, July 16 at 10:10 a.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through a basement door leading to a laundry room and attempted to break into the change drawer of two machines unsuccessfully.
Larceny
200 block of Domer Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a bike from the victim’s back yard.
Vandalism
7600 block of Carroll Avenue, on Monday, July 19 at 11:30 a.m., a subject upset about paying the bus fare after the subject’s access card did not work kicked the bus door window breaking it and then fled.
600 block of Houston Avenue, on Wednesday, July 21 at 8:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) removed motion detector and door strip from a roof access door.
T3 Beat:
Assault
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 between 11:25 a.m. and 1:02 p.m., suspect shot victim with a BB gun in the back.
Larceny
1000 block of Heather Avenue, between Friday, January 22 at 4:03 p.m. and Friday, July 16 at 3:22 p.m., victim’s identity was stolen to open an account.
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Monday, July 19 at 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 20 at 7:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) removed the victim’s wheels and forced entry into the vehicles window.
6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 16 at 3:00 p.m., two subjects entered a pawn store, diverted the employee’s attention and stole items.
Arrests:
On Saturday, July 17 at 1:01 a.m., in the 600 block of Houston Court, an adult male 22 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
On Saturday, July 17 at 9:54 p.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 32 was arrested for disorderly conduct and consuming alcohol in public.
On Saturday, July 17 at 3:06 a.m., in the intersection of University Boulevard and Merrimac Drive, an adult male 31 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
On Sunday, July 18 at 2:40 a.m., in the 900 block of University Boulevard, an adult male 39 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
On Saturday, July 17 at 11:48 a.m., in the 7400 Block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 33 was arrested for possessing marijuana.
On Saturday, July 17 at 1:02 p.m., in the 7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 20 was arrested for assault.
Burglary-Residential
500 block of Tulip Avenue, between Wednesday, June 30 at 7:00 a.m. and Saturday, July 17 at 5:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) removed pad lock from side door of a garage to gain entry and stole two bicycles.
Larceny
6400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 at 3:25 p.m., two male subjects stole a victim’s purse from her unlocked car while the victim was inside the gas station.
6700 block of Gude Avenue, between Thursday, July 15 at 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 20 at 1:01 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered backyard, removed lawn mower from under the rear porch and pushed it away.
Larceny-From Auto
6400 block of Sligo Mill Road, on Sunday, July 18 at 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through the victim’s vehicle window and stole a GPS unit.
6400 block of Sligo Mill Road, between Saturday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 18 at 8:16 a.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through victim’s vehicle window and stole a GPS unit.
Robbery
6900 block of Eastern Avenue, on Thursday, July 22 at 4:24 a.m., while walking home two victims were approached from behind by two suspects. Suspect 1 placed Victim 1 in a bear hug while Suspect 2 took a cell phone. Suspect 2 then took Victim 2’s wallet and both suspects fled. S1: B/M, Dread Locks, White T-Shirt. S2: B/M, Short Hair, White T-Shirt
Vandalism
7900 block of Takoma Avenue, on Tuesday, July 20 at 11:30 p.m., two males approached the victim’s porch carrying a wooden post and table tray top and the victim reported a loud knocking and later found that a security camera to the right of the door had been knocked free from a bracket.
6600 block of Poplar Avenue, on Wednesday, July 21 between 4:50 a.m. and 7:58 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke rear window of a van and then fled in an unknown direction.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
600 block of Kennebec Avenue, between Thursday, July 15 9:50 p.m. and Friday, July 16 at 10:10 a.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry through a basement door leading to a laundry room and attempted to break into the change drawer of two machines unsuccessfully.
Larceny
200 block of Domer Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a bike from the victim’s back yard.
Vandalism
7600 block of Carroll Avenue, on Monday, July 19 at 11:30 a.m., a subject upset about paying the bus fare after the subject’s access card did not work kicked the bus door window breaking it and then fled.
600 block of Houston Avenue, on Wednesday, July 21 at 8:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) removed motion detector and door strip from a roof access door.
T3 Beat:
Assault
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Saturday, July 17 between 11:25 a.m. and 1:02 p.m., suspect shot victim with a BB gun in the back.
Larceny
1000 block of Heather Avenue, between Friday, January 22 at 4:03 p.m. and Friday, July 16 at 3:22 p.m., victim’s identity was stolen to open an account.
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Monday, July 19 at 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 20 at 7:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) removed the victim’s wheels and forced entry into the vehicles window.
6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 16 at 3:00 p.m., two subjects entered a pawn store, diverted the employee’s attention and stole items.
Arrests:
On Saturday, July 17 at 1:01 a.m., in the 600 block of Houston Court, an adult male 22 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
On Saturday, July 17 at 9:54 p.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 32 was arrested for disorderly conduct and consuming alcohol in public.
On Saturday, July 17 at 3:06 a.m., in the intersection of University Boulevard and Merrimac Drive, an adult male 31 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
On Sunday, July 18 at 2:40 a.m., in the 900 block of University Boulevard, an adult male 39 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
On Saturday, July 17 at 11:48 a.m., in the 7400 Block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 33 was arrested for possessing marijuana.
On Saturday, July 17 at 1:02 p.m., in the 7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 20 was arrested for assault.
Monday, July 19, 2010
NEWS RELEASE - National Night Out 2010!
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 19, 2010 (3:15 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness.
Activities will include food, music, games, face painting, moon bounce, sno-cones, cotton candy, ice pops, fire truck, 9-1-1 emergency center demonstration by the Fire Chief, Buckle-up for Safety, general safety information, police horse demonstration, K-9 demonstrations, officers on bikes, as well as other children’s events and activities. FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE.
In addition, there will be an update on the Takoma Park Police Department's participation in the “Project 365” program. This program asks each police department participating in National Night Out to designate a problem and/or problem area within their community. The goal is to work towards correcting, or having a major impact, on the problem within an estimated "365" days - or in other words, from National Out 2009 to National Night Out 2010. Takoma Park Police's objective for “Project 365” was to target drug activity, whereby decreasing crime in the area. By targeting the drug problem, we also targeted the gang activity, and other criminal offenses related to that "life-style," i.e., graffiti, loitering, auto theft, theft from vehicles, etc.
The success of any police department is contingent upon the involvement of the community and National Night Out provides us with the reminder that the police alone cannot be the sole providers of safety and security in a community. Citizen involvement and participation is instrumental in addressing crime and crime prevention in communities. National Night Out is a time for us to reinforce our commitment to strengthening police community partnerships.
We look forward to another successful National Night Out in Takoma Park!
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 19, 2010 (3:15 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness.
Activities will include food, music, games, face painting, moon bounce, sno-cones, cotton candy, ice pops, fire truck, 9-1-1 emergency center demonstration by the Fire Chief, Buckle-up for Safety, general safety information, police horse demonstration, K-9 demonstrations, officers on bikes, as well as other children’s events and activities. FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE.
In addition, there will be an update on the Takoma Park Police Department's participation in the “Project 365” program. This program asks each police department participating in National Night Out to designate a problem and/or problem area within their community. The goal is to work towards correcting, or having a major impact, on the problem within an estimated "365" days - or in other words, from National Out 2009 to National Night Out 2010. Takoma Park Police's objective for “Project 365” was to target drug activity, whereby decreasing crime in the area. By targeting the drug problem, we also targeted the gang activity, and other criminal offenses related to that "life-style," i.e., graffiti, loitering, auto theft, theft from vehicles, etc.
The success of any police department is contingent upon the involvement of the community and National Night Out provides us with the reminder that the police alone cannot be the sole providers of safety and security in a community. Citizen involvement and participation is instrumental in addressing crime and crime prevention in communities. National Night Out is a time for us to reinforce our commitment to strengthening police community partnerships.
We look forward to another successful National Night Out in Takoma Park!
Friday, July 16, 2010
COMMUNITY ADVISORY - Strong Arm Robbery
On July 15, 2010, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 900 block of University Blvd. for reports of a strong arm robbery. After leaving a commercial establishment, the victim was assaulted and had property taken. The subject is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5’3 to 5’5, 160-170 lbs. last seen wearing a red shirt and black pants. The victim was not seriously injured. Investigation continues under case #10034979. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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COMMUNITY ADVISORY - Residential Burglary
On July 15, 2010, at approximately 6:53 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to Kennebec Avenue for reports of a residential burglary that was still in progress. The victim stated that when she arrived home, she entered through her front door and noticed a subject exiting through her back door. Her computer had been used and pornography left on the screen. Investigation continues under case #10034907. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION - A 3.6 Earthquake
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) says an earthquake happened at exactly 5:04:49 a.m.
Preliminary reports from USGS said it was a 3.6.
The epicenter was located near Gaithersburg.
Preliminary reports from USGS said it was a 3.6.
The epicenter was located near Gaithersburg.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
COMMUNITY ADVISORY - Breaking & Entering
On July 15, 2010, Takoma Park Police responded to the 7500 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Claudette's Braiding Gallery, Inc.) for reports of a breaking and entering that had occurred at approximately 12:46 a.m. Two unknown subjects entered the business by breaking out the front door and took property. Investigation continues under case #10034774. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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Takoma Park Weekly Crime Report: 7/9/10 - 7/15/10
T1 Beat:
Assault
Unit block of Hickory Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 1:00 a.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim outside the victim’s residence.
7400 block of Baltimore Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 7:20 p.m., subject removed glasses from victim and scratched the victims face.
Burglary
7000 block of Carroll Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 5:20 a.m., an unknown subject entered through the victims unlocked basement door and stole the victims’ purse.
7300 block of Piney Branch Road, between Thursday, June 17 at 8:00 a.m. and Saturday, July 3 at 8:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry into side basement door and stole property.
Larceny
6900 block of Laurel Avenue, on Sunday, July 11 at 4:46 p.m., an unknown subject grabbed money from the top of a cash register and fled.
Public Peace
7600 block of Piney Branch Road, on Tuesday, July 13 between 10:15 a.m. and 1:57 p.m., an unknown subject sent a suspicious letter to the middle school.
Vandalism
7600 block of Chicago Avenue, between Friday, July 9 at 8:00 p.m. and Monday, July 12 at 8:55 a.m., unknown subject(s) damaged parking meters and spray painted the sidewalk.
T2 Beat:
Assault
Unit block of North Manor Circle, on Saturday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m., an unknown suspect shot a BB or pellet gun at the victim striking the victim twice.
Larceny-From Auto
7200 block of Garland Avenue, between Thursday, July 8 at 5:00 p.m. and Friday, July 9 at 9:30 a.m., unknown subject entered a victims’ unlocked vehicle and stole property.
800 block of Jackson Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 12:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a vehicles unlocked driver’s side door and stole property.
Intersection of Boyd Avenue and Jackson Avenue, on Saturday, July 10 at 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Vandalism
8400 block of Flower Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 9:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) damaged a left rear vehicle window.
T3 Beat:
Assault
Intersection of University Boulevard and Merrimac Drive, on Saturday, July 10 at 1:30 p.m., a victim was found on the ground and stated he was assaulted be an unknown subject.
Larceny
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Friday, July 9 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m, unknown subject stole victims’ property from inside the victim’s place of employment.
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Saturday, July 10 at 11:00 a.m., two unknown subject(s) entered a grocery store and removed items without paying for them.
Larceny-From Auto
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Monday, July 12 at 4:30 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a vehicles unlocked rear door and stole property.
Fraud
1000 block of University Boulevard, between Wednesday, July 7 at 3:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 10 at 4:22 p.m., a subject attempted to cash a false check.
Vandalism
500 block of Elm Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 8:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) spray painted letters on the street.
Arrests:
On Saturday, July 10 at 12:03 a.m. in the 7100 block of Carroll Avenue, an adult male 26, was arrested for possessing marijuana.
On Tuesday, July 13 at 6:49 p.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 18, was cited for possessing an open container in public and for possessing alcohol under the age of 21.
On Monday, July 12 at 10:25 a.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 24, was arrested for driving without a license or identification.
Assault
Unit block of Hickory Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 1:00 a.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim outside the victim’s residence.
7400 block of Baltimore Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 7:20 p.m., subject removed glasses from victim and scratched the victims face.
Burglary
7000 block of Carroll Avenue, on Monday, July 12 at 5:20 a.m., an unknown subject entered through the victims unlocked basement door and stole the victims’ purse.
7300 block of Piney Branch Road, between Thursday, June 17 at 8:00 a.m. and Saturday, July 3 at 8:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) forced entry into side basement door and stole property.
Larceny
6900 block of Laurel Avenue, on Sunday, July 11 at 4:46 p.m., an unknown subject grabbed money from the top of a cash register and fled.
Public Peace
7600 block of Piney Branch Road, on Tuesday, July 13 between 10:15 a.m. and 1:57 p.m., an unknown subject sent a suspicious letter to the middle school.
Vandalism
7600 block of Chicago Avenue, between Friday, July 9 at 8:00 p.m. and Monday, July 12 at 8:55 a.m., unknown subject(s) damaged parking meters and spray painted the sidewalk.
T2 Beat:
Assault
Unit block of North Manor Circle, on Saturday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m., an unknown suspect shot a BB or pellet gun at the victim striking the victim twice.
Larceny-From Auto
7200 block of Garland Avenue, between Thursday, July 8 at 5:00 p.m. and Friday, July 9 at 9:30 a.m., unknown subject entered a victims’ unlocked vehicle and stole property.
800 block of Jackson Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 12:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a vehicles unlocked driver’s side door and stole property.
Intersection of Boyd Avenue and Jackson Avenue, on Saturday, July 10 at 4:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Vandalism
8400 block of Flower Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 9:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) damaged a left rear vehicle window.
T3 Beat:
Assault
Intersection of University Boulevard and Merrimac Drive, on Saturday, July 10 at 1:30 p.m., a victim was found on the ground and stated he was assaulted be an unknown subject.
Larceny
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Friday, July 9 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m, unknown subject stole victims’ property from inside the victim’s place of employment.
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Saturday, July 10 at 11:00 a.m., two unknown subject(s) entered a grocery store and removed items without paying for them.
Larceny-From Auto
1100 block of University Boulevard, on Monday, July 12 at 4:30 p.m., unknown subject(s) entered a vehicles unlocked rear door and stole property.
Fraud
1000 block of University Boulevard, between Wednesday, July 7 at 3:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 10 at 4:22 p.m., a subject attempted to cash a false check.
Vandalism
500 block of Elm Avenue, between Saturday, July 10 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 8:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) spray painted letters on the street.
Arrests:
On Saturday, July 10 at 12:03 a.m. in the 7100 block of Carroll Avenue, an adult male 26, was arrested for possessing marijuana.
On Tuesday, July 13 at 6:49 p.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 18, was cited for possessing an open container in public and for possessing alcohol under the age of 21.
On Monday, July 12 at 10:25 a.m., in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 24, was arrested for driving without a license or identification.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Using the Tip411 Anonymous Text Program
The City of Takoma Park Police Department Tip411 line should only be used for non-emergency tips. If you see a crime in progress, you need to contact the Takoma Park Police directly at 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
COMMUNITY ADVISORY - Portion of Maple Avenue Shut Down Temporarily
Maple Avenue has been shut down from the 7100 block to the 7400 block due to a power line that caught fire. Pepco is currently on the scene and traffic is being re-routed. Crews are in route to repair the power line. Currently it appears that no one has lost power. Further updates will be given when we are notified.
NEWS RELEASE - National Night Out 2010!
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 13, 2010 (2:30 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness. More information to follow.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
July 13, 2010 (2:30 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to encourage you to attend the City's annual National Night Out Activities on Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Essex House, 7777 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Remember, National Night Out is a nationally recognized celebration. National Night Out is a time for community members to come out of their homes, meet their neighbors, local police officials and other governmental representatives.
National Night out is designed to heighten community awareness of crime and drug prevention; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and promote emergency preparedness awareness. More information to follow.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Funding for the Police
Funding for the Police: The City is seeking funding from the U.S. Dept. of Justice under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (BJAG) program, as allocated in the Federal FY2010 cycle. Proposed use of the funds will be for continuation for 26 weeks of the part time Research and Policy development position within the Takoma Park Police Department. The position researches new procedures, equipment, tactics and cutting edge issues. The employee reviews existing policy and revises them as needed, as well as develops new policy and procedures for emerging issues affecting the agency. Funding amount sought in this grant program is $14,132. A public comment period of 30 days is being provided prior to any obligations of payment under this program. Comments should be forwarded to: Capt. Edward E. Coursey, Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912, edwardc@takomagov.org, 301-891-7105. (Police)
Monday, July 12, 2010
COMMUNITY ALERT - 4TH Degree Sex Offense; Other Suspicious Events
Takoma Park Police have experienced a rash of calls for suspicious situations in which single, lone females indicate a man is hiding at the side of their home, hearing strange noises, seeing someone in their backyard, jumping over property barriers or seen standing on their front porch.
On July 12, 2010, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to Hickory Avenue for reports of a sex assault. The victim was exiting her residence and noticed the silhouette of a male figure standing behind a pole. The subject approached the victim and assaulted her. As the victim made noise the subject fled the area. The victim was not seriously injured. A K-9 track was conducted which revealed the subject was utilizing back yards, gates, the woods and areas of heavy vegetation to get around. The subject can only be identified as being a black male, approximately 5’8 with short hair. The K-9 tracked the subject to the 300 block of Elm Avenue. Investigation continues under case #10034198.
Further investigation reveals that the following may also be linked to this subject:
On July 12, 2010, at 5:23 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7000 block of Carroll Avenue for reports of residential burglary. The subject was described as an unknown race male, approximately 6’0 to 6’5, thin build, white t-shirt and blue jeans. The victim was sleeping in her room in the basement when she was awakened by the subject in her room. The subject left the residence without harming the victim. Method of entry was through a back door that was found ajar. A K-9 track was conducted, which yielded property belonging to the victim outside of the residence. The K-9 further tracked into the park and along Westmoreland Avenue where the subject’s scent was lost.
8200 block of Houston Court - victim was alone and heard strange noises coming from her basement windows and window AC unit. She struck the AC unit thinking that it was an animal that could be scared away. Instead, whoever was on the other side struck the AC unit from the other side back at her very hard. The victim heard footsteps and became fearful.
Philadelphia Avenue - victim saw a black male in all black clothing jump a barrier wall and walk onto her property and then through bushes into her neighbor’s yard. The subject was not aware of the victim on the porch and she yelled at him. He left without saying a word.
700 block of Maplewood Avenue - victim reported a tall black male, light brown complexion, approximately 6'2, sneaking in the rear of the house. There were two calls from this block of Maplewood.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
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If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
On July 12, 2010, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to Hickory Avenue for reports of a sex assault. The victim was exiting her residence and noticed the silhouette of a male figure standing behind a pole. The subject approached the victim and assaulted her. As the victim made noise the subject fled the area. The victim was not seriously injured. A K-9 track was conducted which revealed the subject was utilizing back yards, gates, the woods and areas of heavy vegetation to get around. The subject can only be identified as being a black male, approximately 5’8 with short hair. The K-9 tracked the subject to the 300 block of Elm Avenue. Investigation continues under case #10034198.
Further investigation reveals that the following may also be linked to this subject:
On July 12, 2010, at 5:23 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7000 block of Carroll Avenue for reports of residential burglary. The subject was described as an unknown race male, approximately 6’0 to 6’5, thin build, white t-shirt and blue jeans. The victim was sleeping in her room in the basement when she was awakened by the subject in her room. The subject left the residence without harming the victim. Method of entry was through a back door that was found ajar. A K-9 track was conducted, which yielded property belonging to the victim outside of the residence. The K-9 further tracked into the park and along Westmoreland Avenue where the subject’s scent was lost.
8200 block of Houston Court - victim was alone and heard strange noises coming from her basement windows and window AC unit. She struck the AC unit thinking that it was an animal that could be scared away. Instead, whoever was on the other side struck the AC unit from the other side back at her very hard. The victim heard footsteps and became fearful.
Philadelphia Avenue - victim saw a black male in all black clothing jump a barrier wall and walk onto her property and then through bushes into her neighbor’s yard. The subject was not aware of the victim on the porch and she yelled at him. He left without saying a word.
700 block of Maplewood Avenue - victim reported a tall black male, light brown complexion, approximately 6'2, sneaking in the rear of the house. There were two calls from this block of Maplewood.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
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* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
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* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Summary: 7/2/10 - 7/8/10
T1 Beat:
Auto Theft
6000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) stole a silver 2004 Toyota Sienna from a rear parking lot.
Larceny
7000 block of Poplar Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a bicycle from the front porch of a residence.
7200 block of Maple Avenue, on Sunday, July 4 between 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., victim left a phone unattended on a residential porch and returned to find it stolen.
6600 block of Westmoreland Avenue, on Saturday, July 3 between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole unsecured bicycles from a residential back yard.
Vandalism
6400 block of Orchard Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) threw a rock at a residential window causing it to break.
T2 Beat:
Larceny
7600 block of Maple Avenue, on Tuesday, July 6 between 11:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) went into the victim’s room and removed property.
8500 block of Sligo Creek Parkway, on Friday, July 2 between 7:40 p.m. and 7:53 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a blue Giant bicycle from the victim’s driveway.
8200 block of Roanoke Avenue, on Saturday, July 3 between 10:13 a.m. and 10:35 a.m., a subject took a victim’s cell phone and destroyed it.
7300 block of Garland Avenue, on Monday, July 5 between 4:19 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., unknown subject(s) took unattended and unsecured bike and fled.
Larceny-From Auto
7200 block of Garland Avenue, between Monday, July 5 at 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 6at 12:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) opened an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
T3 Beat:
Larceny-From Auto
1300 block of Holton Lane, on Monday, July 5 between 2:00 a.m. and 3:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke the windows of two separate vehicles by force and stole property.
1300 block of Holton Lane, on Monday, July 5 between 1:30 a.m. and 3:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke a vehicle window by force and stole property.
900 block of East/West Highway, between Sunday, July 4 at 11:00 p.m. and Monday, July 5 at 7:00 a.m. unknown subject(s) broke the windows of two separate vehicles by force and stole property.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, between Monday, July 5 at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 6 at 9:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke vehicles window by force and stole property.
Vandalism
1100 block of Kingwood Avenue, between Wednesday, June 30 at 1:01 a.m. and Friday, June 2 at 7:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) used a pointed object to scratch the paint on the drivers’ side of a vehicle.
1300 block Erskine Street, between Friday, July 2 at 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) smashed the right front headlight of a vehicle.
Arrests:
On Friday, July 2 at 1:01 a.m. in the 1100 block of University Avenue, an adult male 39 was arrested for having an open warrant.
On Saturday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the 8200 block of Roanoke Avenue, an adult male 28 was arrested for theft and destruction of property.
On Sunday, July 4 at 2:20 p.m. in the 1300 block of Holton Lane, an adult male 37 was arrested for possessing and open container of alcohol and for having an open warrant.
Auto Theft
6000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) stole a silver 2004 Toyota Sienna from a rear parking lot.
Larceny
7000 block of Poplar Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a bicycle from the front porch of a residence.
7200 block of Maple Avenue, on Sunday, July 4 between 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., victim left a phone unattended on a residential porch and returned to find it stolen.
6600 block of Westmoreland Avenue, on Saturday, July 3 between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole unsecured bicycles from a residential back yard.
Vandalism
6400 block of Orchard Avenue, on Friday, July 2 between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) threw a rock at a residential window causing it to break.
T2 Beat:
Larceny
7600 block of Maple Avenue, on Tuesday, July 6 between 11:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) went into the victim’s room and removed property.
8500 block of Sligo Creek Parkway, on Friday, July 2 between 7:40 p.m. and 7:53 p.m., unknown subject(s) stole a blue Giant bicycle from the victim’s driveway.
8200 block of Roanoke Avenue, on Saturday, July 3 between 10:13 a.m. and 10:35 a.m., a subject took a victim’s cell phone and destroyed it.
7300 block of Garland Avenue, on Monday, July 5 between 4:19 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., unknown subject(s) took unattended and unsecured bike and fled.
Larceny-From Auto
7200 block of Garland Avenue, between Monday, July 5 at 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 6at 12:00 p.m., unknown subject(s) opened an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
T3 Beat:
Larceny-From Auto
1300 block of Holton Lane, on Monday, July 5 between 2:00 a.m. and 3:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke the windows of two separate vehicles by force and stole property.
1300 block of Holton Lane, on Monday, July 5 between 1:30 a.m. and 3:15 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke a vehicle window by force and stole property.
900 block of East/West Highway, between Sunday, July 4 at 11:00 p.m. and Monday, July 5 at 7:00 a.m. unknown subject(s) broke the windows of two separate vehicles by force and stole property.
6700 block of Conway Avenue, between Monday, July 5 at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 6 at 9:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) broke vehicles window by force and stole property.
Vandalism
1100 block of Kingwood Avenue, between Wednesday, June 30 at 1:01 a.m. and Friday, June 2 at 7:00 a.m., unknown subject(s) used a pointed object to scratch the paint on the drivers’ side of a vehicle.
1300 block Erskine Street, between Friday, July 2 at 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m., unknown subject(s) smashed the right front headlight of a vehicle.
Arrests:
On Friday, July 2 at 1:01 a.m. in the 1100 block of University Avenue, an adult male 39 was arrested for having an open warrant.
On Saturday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the 8200 block of Roanoke Avenue, an adult male 28 was arrested for theft and destruction of property.
On Sunday, July 4 at 2:20 p.m. in the 1300 block of Holton Lane, an adult male 37 was arrested for possessing and open container of alcohol and for having an open warrant.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Heat Advisory
Due to the conditions that have resulted in a heat advisory for much of the region, City Manager Barbara Matthews would like to remind people that should they feel they need immediate relief from the hot weather, and they do not have adequate air conditioning available in their residence, that they are welcome to visit the Takoma Park Library or to visit other areas of the Takoma Park Municipal Building that are routinely open to the public.
With temperatures expecting to be at or above 100 degrees this afternoon, people should limit their exertion in the outdoors and remember to drink ample amounts of water. Anyone experiencing medical distress as a result of the heat should move to a cooler environment, and if symptoms persist call 911 immediately.
With temperatures expecting to be at or above 100 degrees this afternoon, people should limit their exertion in the outdoors and remember to drink ample amounts of water. Anyone experiencing medical distress as a result of the heat should move to a cooler environment, and if symptoms persist call 911 immediately.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - WSSC Lifts Mandatory Water Restrictions
WSSC Lifts Mandatory Water Restrictions - Section of 96-inch Pipe is Successfully Replaced - Customers Can Return to Normal Usage
General Manager Jerry N. Johnson has announced the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is lifting the Mandatory Water Use Restrictions, effective immediately. WSSC serves customers in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.
“Our pipe is back in service. I want to thank our customers who were unavoidably inconvenienced by these water restrictions,” said Johnson. “We made the right decision and took the proper precautions when we decided to immediately repair the pipe. The restrictions were unfortunate, but necessary. We needed to be pro-active to prevent what could have been a very serious situation.”
In addition, WSSC continued the restrictions through Tuesday to make certain that the water meets state water quality standards and ensure the health and safety of our customers. WSSC has never had a drinking water violation in 92 years of operation. Tests confirmed this morning that those standards have been met. The pipe was put back in service and now the water use restrictions have been lifted.
The order was issued on Thursday July 1, 2010 after a state-of-the-art monitoring system detected a potential weakness in a section of a 96-inch pipe near the intersection of Tuckerman Lane and Gainsborough Road in Potomac in Montgomery County. In order to maintain pressure for fighting fires and to reduce risk to the entire system, it was necessary to reduce water usage to take the pressure off of another, smaller transmission pipe. A preliminary inspection of the pipe indicates obvious corrosion and damage. It will undergo a full forensic analysis.
WSSC asked for a 30 percent reduction in water use, with a prohibition on outdoor use. This necessitated cooperation throughout the counties, the state and the region. “I want to thank Governor Martin O’Malley, Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett and Prince George’s County Executive Jack Johnson, their staffs and emergency personnel; as well as WSSC’s Commissioners for their support of our actions,” stated General Manager Johnson. “I also want to thank the media who took extra steps to help inform the public; the State Highway Administration for its cooperation; our customers who cut back on water usage; the contractor who made the repairs; and of course the team at WSSC who literally worked around the clock to fix the pipe and to inform the public. I know it was a major inconvenience, especially on a holiday weekend.”
A sophisticated monitoring technology called Acoustic Fiber Optics (AFO) was installed in the 96-inch Pre-stressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe (PCCP) three years ago during a routine inspection. Wires are embedded inside the PCCP and covered by a layer of concrete. When corrosion causes the concrete, and then the wires, to deteriorate, the wires snap and make a “ping” sound. AFO works by “listening” for those sounds. An alarm was sounded Thursday June 30, 2010 after eight pings were detected over a 24-hour period. That set off a series of events which led to WSSC taking the pipe out of service and ordering the Mandatory Water Restrictions.
While work on the pipe is complete, work to restore the site will continue for several days. WSSC wants to thank the residents and motorists in the area for their patience.
General Manager Jerry N. Johnson has announced the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is lifting the Mandatory Water Use Restrictions, effective immediately. WSSC serves customers in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.
“Our pipe is back in service. I want to thank our customers who were unavoidably inconvenienced by these water restrictions,” said Johnson. “We made the right decision and took the proper precautions when we decided to immediately repair the pipe. The restrictions were unfortunate, but necessary. We needed to be pro-active to prevent what could have been a very serious situation.”
In addition, WSSC continued the restrictions through Tuesday to make certain that the water meets state water quality standards and ensure the health and safety of our customers. WSSC has never had a drinking water violation in 92 years of operation. Tests confirmed this morning that those standards have been met. The pipe was put back in service and now the water use restrictions have been lifted.
The order was issued on Thursday July 1, 2010 after a state-of-the-art monitoring system detected a potential weakness in a section of a 96-inch pipe near the intersection of Tuckerman Lane and Gainsborough Road in Potomac in Montgomery County. In order to maintain pressure for fighting fires and to reduce risk to the entire system, it was necessary to reduce water usage to take the pressure off of another, smaller transmission pipe. A preliminary inspection of the pipe indicates obvious corrosion and damage. It will undergo a full forensic analysis.
WSSC asked for a 30 percent reduction in water use, with a prohibition on outdoor use. This necessitated cooperation throughout the counties, the state and the region. “I want to thank Governor Martin O’Malley, Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett and Prince George’s County Executive Jack Johnson, their staffs and emergency personnel; as well as WSSC’s Commissioners for their support of our actions,” stated General Manager Johnson. “I also want to thank the media who took extra steps to help inform the public; the State Highway Administration for its cooperation; our customers who cut back on water usage; the contractor who made the repairs; and of course the team at WSSC who literally worked around the clock to fix the pipe and to inform the public. I know it was a major inconvenience, especially on a holiday weekend.”
A sophisticated monitoring technology called Acoustic Fiber Optics (AFO) was installed in the 96-inch Pre-stressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe (PCCP) three years ago during a routine inspection. Wires are embedded inside the PCCP and covered by a layer of concrete. When corrosion causes the concrete, and then the wires, to deteriorate, the wires snap and make a “ping” sound. AFO works by “listening” for those sounds. An alarm was sounded Thursday June 30, 2010 after eight pings were detected over a 24-hour period. That set off a series of events which led to WSSC taking the pipe out of service and ordering the Mandatory Water Restrictions.
While work on the pipe is complete, work to restore the site will continue for several days. WSSC wants to thank the residents and motorists in the area for their patience.
Friday, July 2, 2010
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - REMINDER WSSC Declares Mandatory Water Restrictions for All WSSC Customers
Water pressure within the county remains at acceptable levels, however, residents continue to use more water during daylight hours than the system is producing. For this reason, Montgomery County would like to continue to remind citizens serviced by WSSC to abide by the WSSC Water use restrictions.
Repairs will continue around the clock until complete. Until that time it is imperative that all business and residential customers:
· Stop all outside water use – no watering lawns, no washing cars, no topping off swimming pools
· Use water only as necessary – i.e., shorter showers and turn off faucets after washing hands
· Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use)
· Limit using washing machines and dishwashers (wash full loads only)
Repairs will continue around the clock until complete. Until that time it is imperative that all business and residential customers:
· Stop all outside water use – no watering lawns, no washing cars, no topping off swimming pools
· Use water only as necessary – i.e., shorter showers and turn off faucets after washing hands
· Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use)
· Limit using washing machines and dishwashers (wash full loads only)
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 6/25/10 - 7/1/10
T1 Beat:
Burglary-Commercial
6000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Friday, June 25 at 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 26 at 6:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to smash the front door leading into a business by unknown means. No property was taken.
Vandalism
6000 block of Poplar Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 12:01 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used black marker to deface the top of the picnic benches under the pavilion.
Fraud
6000 block of Westmoreland Boulevard, on Monday, June 28 at 5:40 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole checks and cashed them.
Larceny
6800 block of Eastern Avenue, on Wednesday, June 30 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:40 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a catalytic converter form a vehicle.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
700 block of Wabash Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 1:10 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., unknown suspect(s) entered through an unsecured window entered house and stole property.
Larceny
7000 block of Maple Avenue, on Tuesday, June 29 between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole victim’s bike from the school.
Vandalism
7200 block of Flower Avenue, Friday, June 25 at 5:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) damaged an apartment door by unknown means.
T3 Beat:
Auto Theft
1100 block of Linden Avenue, on Sunday, June 27 between 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 2009 Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle from an apartment parking lot.
Burglary-Commercial
1300 block of University Boulevard, between Wednesday, June 24 at 9:17 p.m. and Thursday, June 25 8:19 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke into the beauty salon and stole property.
Burglary-Residential
500 block of Elm Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 10:40 a.m. and 11:55 a.m., unknown suspect(s) kicked in a side door entered house and stole listed property.
500 block of Elm Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 10:00 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) removed a front window screen entered house and stole property.
600 block of Sligo Creek Parkway, on Friday, June 25 between 8:15 a.m. and 7:23 p.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter house through a window were unsuccessful and no property was taken.
1100 block of Holton Lane, on Sunday, June 27 at 1:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) cut screen to back door and pushed on main door setting off the alarm. No property was taken.
1200 block of Myrtle Avenue, on Tuesday, June 29 between 6:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to unlock door and enter apartment. No property taken.
Robbery
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Sunday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m., two suspect(s) approached the victim and forcibly snatched a purse and fled in a newer model silver Infiniti vehicle. S1: B/M, 25-29 years old, 5’9-6’0, 150-160 lbs, black corn row hairstyle, medium build. S2: B/M, 25-29 years old, short black hairstyle. Thin build.
Vandalism
900 block of Merrimac Drive, on Saturday, June 26 at 4:05 p.m., suspect kicked the glass door causing it to crack.
7000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Saturday, June 26 at 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 27 at 3:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke out victim’s car windows and various lights.
6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Sunday, June 27at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 28 at 10:15 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke a window.
7500 block of Glenside Drive, between Monday, June 28 at 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 29 at 6:00 a.m., unknown subject broke out vehicle window.
1200 block of Kingwood Drive, on Tuesday, June 29 between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., a vehicle was vandalized by unknown suspect(s) who broke a rear passenger window and scratched sides, trunk, and hood area.
1800 block of Wildwood Drive, between Monday, June 28 at 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 29 at 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) scratched the victim’s vehicle hood, left side door area, and trunk area.
Arrests:
At 12:25 a.m. on Sunday, June 27 in the 7200 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 29, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.
At 2:42 a.m. on Friday, June 25 in the 7300 block of Glenside Drive, an adult male 20, was arrested for drug possession.
At 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29 in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 46, was arrested for possessing an open container of alcohol.
Burglary-Commercial
6000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Friday, June 25 at 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 26 at 6:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to smash the front door leading into a business by unknown means. No property was taken.
Vandalism
6000 block of Poplar Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 12:01 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used black marker to deface the top of the picnic benches under the pavilion.
Fraud
6000 block of Westmoreland Boulevard, on Monday, June 28 at 5:40 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole checks and cashed them.
Larceny
6800 block of Eastern Avenue, on Wednesday, June 30 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:40 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a catalytic converter form a vehicle.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
700 block of Wabash Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 1:10 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., unknown suspect(s) entered through an unsecured window entered house and stole property.
Larceny
7000 block of Maple Avenue, on Tuesday, June 29 between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole victim’s bike from the school.
Vandalism
7200 block of Flower Avenue, Friday, June 25 at 5:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) damaged an apartment door by unknown means.
T3 Beat:
Auto Theft
1100 block of Linden Avenue, on Sunday, June 27 between 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 2009 Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle from an apartment parking lot.
Burglary-Commercial
1300 block of University Boulevard, between Wednesday, June 24 at 9:17 p.m. and Thursday, June 25 8:19 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke into the beauty salon and stole property.
Burglary-Residential
500 block of Elm Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 10:40 a.m. and 11:55 a.m., unknown suspect(s) kicked in a side door entered house and stole listed property.
500 block of Elm Avenue, on Friday, June 25 between 10:00 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) removed a front window screen entered house and stole property.
600 block of Sligo Creek Parkway, on Friday, June 25 between 8:15 a.m. and 7:23 p.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter house through a window were unsuccessful and no property was taken.
1100 block of Holton Lane, on Sunday, June 27 at 1:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) cut screen to back door and pushed on main door setting off the alarm. No property was taken.
1200 block of Myrtle Avenue, on Tuesday, June 29 between 6:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) attempted to unlock door and enter apartment. No property taken.
Robbery
7400 block of New Hampshire Avenue, on Sunday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m., two suspect(s) approached the victim and forcibly snatched a purse and fled in a newer model silver Infiniti vehicle. S1: B/M, 25-29 years old, 5’9-6’0, 150-160 lbs, black corn row hairstyle, medium build. S2: B/M, 25-29 years old, short black hairstyle. Thin build.
Vandalism
900 block of Merrimac Drive, on Saturday, June 26 at 4:05 p.m., suspect kicked the glass door causing it to crack.
7000 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Saturday, June 26 at 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 27 at 3:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke out victim’s car windows and various lights.
6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue, between Sunday, June 27at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 28 at 10:15 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke a window.
7500 block of Glenside Drive, between Monday, June 28 at 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 29 at 6:00 a.m., unknown subject broke out vehicle window.
1200 block of Kingwood Drive, on Tuesday, June 29 between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., a vehicle was vandalized by unknown suspect(s) who broke a rear passenger window and scratched sides, trunk, and hood area.
1800 block of Wildwood Drive, between Monday, June 28 at 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 29 at 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) scratched the victim’s vehicle hood, left side door area, and trunk area.
Arrests:
At 12:25 a.m. on Sunday, June 27 in the 7200 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 29, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol.
At 2:42 a.m. on Friday, June 25 in the 7300 block of Glenside Drive, an adult male 20, was arrested for drug possession.
At 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29 in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, an adult male 46, was arrested for possessing an open container of alcohol.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - WSSC Declares Mandatory Water Restrictions for All WSSC Customers
WSSC DECLARES MANDATORY WATER RESTRICTIONS FOR ALL WSSC CUSTOMERS
RESTRICTIONS REQUIRED WHILE EMERGENCY REPAIR IS MADE ON A 96-INCH PIPE
LAUREL – July 1, 2010: To ensure continued water supply for all WSSC customers and for fire protection and hospital/medical uses, Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) General Manager Jerry N. Johnson today called for mandatory water restrictions for all WSSC customers. The goal is to reduce water usage by about one-third. The restrictions take effect immediately and are expected to last at least four days.
The mandatory restrictions are necessary after monitoring technology indicated a failing section of a 96-inch water main located near the corner of Tuckerman Lane and Gainsborough Road in Potomac in Montgomery County. “This technology, an acoustic fiber optic monitoring system, detected the problem, allowing us to take preventative measures now,” says Johnson. “This proves the system works and helped us to prevent what could have been a much more serious situation. “ The fiber optics system was installed in the pipe three years ago and will eventually be installed in all of WSSC’s large water mains. The process to repair the pipe has already begun and will continue around-the-clock until complete. Until that time it is imperative that customers:
· Stop all outside water use – no watering lawns, no washing cars, no topping off swimming pools
· Use water only as necessary
· Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use)
· Limit using washing machines and dishwashers (wash full loads only)
WSSC has been working with fire departments from both counties to make sure there is adequate fire protection, especially considering that this weekend is the 4th of July and there will likely be numerous fireworks displays. “We know this is a burden, especially on this holiday weekend. But if everyone can be vigilant and cut their water use by a third, we’ll be ok,” said Johnson. "We appreciate everyone's understanding, patience and cooperation while we work through this."
WSSC will notify customers once repairs are complete and mandatory restrictions are no longer necessary.
For additional information log on to the WSSC website at www.wsscwater.com or call the WSSC Call Center at 301.206.4002.
Contact:
Jim Neustadt
(301) 206-8100
jneusta@wsscwater.com
John C. White
(301) 206-8100
jwhite@wsscwater.com
Intergovernmenal Relations Office
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission
14501 Sweitzer Lane
Laurel, MD 20707
Office: 301-206-8228
Facsimile: 301-206-8229
RESTRICTIONS REQUIRED WHILE EMERGENCY REPAIR IS MADE ON A 96-INCH PIPE
LAUREL – July 1, 2010: To ensure continued water supply for all WSSC customers and for fire protection and hospital/medical uses, Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) General Manager Jerry N. Johnson today called for mandatory water restrictions for all WSSC customers. The goal is to reduce water usage by about one-third. The restrictions take effect immediately and are expected to last at least four days.
The mandatory restrictions are necessary after monitoring technology indicated a failing section of a 96-inch water main located near the corner of Tuckerman Lane and Gainsborough Road in Potomac in Montgomery County. “This technology, an acoustic fiber optic monitoring system, detected the problem, allowing us to take preventative measures now,” says Johnson. “This proves the system works and helped us to prevent what could have been a much more serious situation. “ The fiber optics system was installed in the pipe three years ago and will eventually be installed in all of WSSC’s large water mains. The process to repair the pipe has already begun and will continue around-the-clock until complete. Until that time it is imperative that customers:
· Stop all outside water use – no watering lawns, no washing cars, no topping off swimming pools
· Use water only as necessary
· Limit flushing toilets (do not flush after every use)
· Limit using washing machines and dishwashers (wash full loads only)
WSSC has been working with fire departments from both counties to make sure there is adequate fire protection, especially considering that this weekend is the 4th of July and there will likely be numerous fireworks displays. “We know this is a burden, especially on this holiday weekend. But if everyone can be vigilant and cut their water use by a third, we’ll be ok,” said Johnson. "We appreciate everyone's understanding, patience and cooperation while we work through this."
WSSC will notify customers once repairs are complete and mandatory restrictions are no longer necessary.
For additional information log on to the WSSC website at www.wsscwater.com or call the WSSC Call Center at 301.206.4002.
Contact:
Jim Neustadt
(301) 206-8100
jneusta@wsscwater.com
John C. White
(301) 206-8100
jwhite@wsscwater.com
Intergovernmenal Relations Office
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission
14501 Sweitzer Lane
Laurel, MD 20707
Office: 301-206-8228
Facsimile: 301-206-8229
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