When we have a storm like we just weathered, the City arranges for City trucks to pick up the large tree branches. Residents should bring large branches out to the right of way or along the curb for collection. City staff will not go into private property to pick up. We will collect large branches through out this week.
The weekly Monday yard waste collection is for grass, leaves, branches and brush. The program limits branch size to less than 4 feet long and 3 inches in diameter. The Monday yard waste collection occurred this week - although due to the volume they were not able to get it all in one day and they continued collecting on Tuesday after the trash routes. Next week, due to the Labor Day holiday, the Monday yard waste collection will be canceled. The next Monday yard waste collection will be Monday, September 12.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Pepco Update - Community Advisory
Chief Ricucci participated in a Pepco conference call today at 1:00 p.m. There are currently 1,602 Pepco customers without power; 104 of those customers are in Montgomery County. To complete these final repairs, they require visits to 705 locations. Pepco still believes all repairs will be completed by 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 1st. This was the final conference call with Pepco.
A Community Wide Takoma Junction Task Force Out Reach Meeting - Community Advisory
IMPORTANT: Takoma Junction Task Force Community Out Reach Meeting
WHEN: Thursday, September 8, 2011
WHERE: Takoma Park Community Center
7500 Maple Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
TIME: 7:30-9:00 PM
This will be an opportunity for the community to hear what the goals and objectives and plans that the Takoma Junction Task Force will present to the City Council and also give the community another time to give feedback. The Takoma Junction Outreach Committee promised all of those who have previously attended a meeting another opportunity to listen and speak to the Task Force. Please take a moment to attend and be heard. For further information or comment, please contact Kay Daniels-Cohen at kaydanco@gmail.com.
WHEN: Thursday, September 8, 2011
WHERE: Takoma Park Community Center
7500 Maple Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
TIME: 7:30-9:00 PM
This will be an opportunity for the community to hear what the goals and objectives and plans that the Takoma Junction Task Force will present to the City Council and also give the community another time to give feedback. The Takoma Junction Outreach Committee promised all of those who have previously attended a meeting another opportunity to listen and speak to the Task Force. Please take a moment to attend and be heard. For further information or comment, please contact Kay Daniels-Cohen at kaydanco@gmail.com.
Update on City Outages and Road Closures - Community Advisory
As of this date, the following is an update of the City's outages and closures:
The traffic signal light at New Hampshire Avenue and Sligo Creek Pkwy remains out.
All road blockages have been cleared, except for Sycamore Avenue at Columbia Avenue (wire down).
PEPCO crews and other utilities will be returning to some damage sites for some time yet to make further repairs, so partial or temporary road blockages may result in some of these cases.
According to PEPCO's Storm Center outage map, less than 49 customers in Takoma Park remain without power.
The traffic signal light at New Hampshire Avenue and Sligo Creek Pkwy remains out.
All road blockages have been cleared, except for Sycamore Avenue at Columbia Avenue (wire down).
PEPCO crews and other utilities will be returning to some damage sites for some time yet to make further repairs, so partial or temporary road blockages may result in some of these cases.
According to PEPCO's Storm Center outage map, less than 49 customers in Takoma Park remain without power.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Pepco Update - Community Advisory
At this time, it would appear that three of the four large areas of outages within the City have been restored. However, a good number of smaller outages remain.
The Police Department would encourage all residents still without power to call Pepco, even if you reported your power outage within the last 24 hours.
Report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because they help the company identify the location of outages more quickly. Each household should report an outage; a neighbor's call will not indicate that you are out of power as well.
Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage customers request a call back, which means that Pepco will notify customers to ensure power has been restored. The call back process helps Pepco during the area-based restoration process to locate outages that may be specific to customers' homes, such as an issue with the service wire to an individual house.
The Police Department would encourage all residents still without power to call Pepco, even if you reported your power outage within the last 24 hours.
Report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because they help the company identify the location of outages more quickly. Each household should report an outage; a neighbor's call will not indicate that you are out of power as well.
Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage customers request a call back, which means that Pepco will notify customers to ensure power has been restored. The call back process helps Pepco during the area-based restoration process to locate outages that may be specific to customers' homes, such as an issue with the service wire to an individual house.
Pepco Update - Community Advisory
Chief Ricucci participated in a conference call with Pepco this afternoon. There are currently 15,000 customers without power in the Metropolitan area. In viewing Pepco’s map, we believe there are about 800 residents in the City still without power. Pepco urges that all of those without power to call them if you didn’t originally. For example, if a neighbor called for you or since the whole neighborhood was out, you did not call. If that is the case, please call them.
Yesterday, we mentioned the service line and we received feedback and more questions. Pepco advises that they are responsible for the wire from the pole to the residence. We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused. We will continue to keep you informed.
Yesterday, we mentioned the service line and we received feedback and more questions. Pepco advises that they are responsible for the wire from the pole to the residence. We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused. We will continue to keep you informed.
Update on Road Closures and Traffic Signal Lights Still Out - Community Advisory
As of 2:00 p.m., the following roads are still closed and traffic signal lights still out:
Roads Closed to Through Traffic:
Sligo Creek Pkwy from New Hampshire Ave to Jackson Ave
Flower Ave from Sligo Creek Pkwy to Jackson Ave
Columbia Ave from Hickory Ave to Sycamore Ave
Sycamore Ave from Columbia Ave to Ethan Allen Ave
Geneva Ave at Hilltop Ave
A PEPCO crew is on the scene of the roads closed as of this writing.
Traffic Signal Lights Out:
New Hampshire Ave at Sligo Creek Pkwy
Flower Ave at Carroll Ave
Roads Closed to Through Traffic:
Sligo Creek Pkwy from New Hampshire Ave to Jackson Ave
Flower Ave from Sligo Creek Pkwy to Jackson Ave
Columbia Ave from Hickory Ave to Sycamore Ave
Sycamore Ave from Columbia Ave to Ethan Allen Ave
Geneva Ave at Hilltop Ave
A PEPCO crew is on the scene of the roads closed as of this writing.
Traffic Signal Lights Out:
New Hampshire Ave at Sligo Creek Pkwy
Flower Ave at Carroll Ave
Monday, August 29, 2011
Pepco Continues to Make Significant Progress Restoring Power - Community Advisory
Pepco Continues to Make Significant Progress Restoring Power
More than 75 Percent of Customers Restored
Crews Focus on Schools that Remain Without Service
Patrols Continue to Find Extensive Damage
Pepco continues to make significant progress restoring power to customers who lost service in the wake of Hurricane Irene. Of the 220,000 customers who lost power, more than 75 percent -170,000 customers- have been restored. Fourteen hundred line-restoration personnel, including hundreds of out-of-state crews from as far away as Texas, continue to be strategically mobilized. Pepco's damage assessment and restoration fleets have been in
the field non-stop since the storm abated on Sunday, and they will continue to work around the clock until power is fully restored. Pepco expects to restore service to all of its customers impacted by the hurricane by Thursday evening. However, most of the remaining customers without power will have their service restored before that time. "We are making good progress with our restoration effort, and we will continue to strategically attack outages until all customers affected by Hurricane Irene are restored," said Thomas H. Graham, President, Pepco
Region. "Schools are a central focus and our crews are working to restore service to these facilities as quickly and safely as possible. We are working with school officials to expedite our progress." Thirteen public schools remain without power - two in the District of Columbia, three in Montgomery County and eight in Prince George?s County.
The company continues to execute its planned restoration strategy, which first targets major pieces of electrical equipment that serve large numbers of customers. As restoration has progressed, crews have turned their attention to equipment that serves more local areas and are finding many old and very large trees that have fallen and damaged neighborhood equipment. For example, extensive local damage has been found on Wilson Lane and River Road in Bethesda; Brookville Road in Chevy Chase; 25th Place and Catskill Street in Temple Hills; Duley Station Road in Upper Marlboro; a portion of Van Buren Street in University Park; Flower Avenue in Takoma Park; Yuma Street in Northwest Washington and Douglas Street and Montana Avenue in Northeast Washington. The amount of destruction associated with these local outages makes repairing the remaining 25 percent of affected customers especially challenging and slows down the speed to complete the work.
"Now that all substations and many of our main power lines damaged by Irene have been repaired, the very time-consuming work of fixing equipment that serves small groups of customers is fully under way," said Graham. "As crews go into neighborhoods, they are finding numerous older and weakened trees that have fallen and damaged our equipment. We continue to have more than 2,400 dedicated personnel, including hundreds of tree
crews, working around the clock to accomplish this repair work." As restoration work progresses, customers may receive more targeted estimated times for restoration (ETR). Any change in ETRs will reflect an improvement in time.
Customers Asked to Request a Call Back
Customers are urged to report outages at pepco.com or by calling "1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662). Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because, combined with other customer calls and
Pepco's technology, it helps the company identify the precise location of outages more quickly. Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage that customers request a call back to confirm that their power has been restored.
If reporting an emergency or another life-threatening situation such as downed wires, customers also should call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and follow the prompts.
To keep up-to-date, customers are encouraged to visit the Pepco website frequently at www.pepco.com and review the outage map, follow us at www.twitter.com/PepcoConnect and listen to local radio stations for
updates.
Pepco Emphasizes Importance of Safety
Safety is paramount for Pepco's customers and employees. The company urges the public to stay alert, as conditions remain hazardous. It is critical to stay clear of downed wires and report them by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Other important safety recommendations include:
· If you use life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate and you have lost power, Pepco urges you to seek alternative accommodations at a location with emergency power capabilities as restoration will be a multi-day event.
· If you are using a portable generator, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use only when necessary. Don?t overload it and be sure to turn it off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not connect the generator directly into your home's main fuse box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an insulated cooler. Foods will stay frozen for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed.
A full list of safety tips can be found on the Pepco website (www.pepco.com).
More than 75 Percent of Customers Restored
Crews Focus on Schools that Remain Without Service
Patrols Continue to Find Extensive Damage
Pepco continues to make significant progress restoring power to customers who lost service in the wake of Hurricane Irene. Of the 220,000 customers who lost power, more than 75 percent -170,000 customers- have been restored. Fourteen hundred line-restoration personnel, including hundreds of out-of-state crews from as far away as Texas, continue to be strategically mobilized. Pepco's damage assessment and restoration fleets have been in
the field non-stop since the storm abated on Sunday, and they will continue to work around the clock until power is fully restored. Pepco expects to restore service to all of its customers impacted by the hurricane by Thursday evening. However, most of the remaining customers without power will have their service restored before that time. "We are making good progress with our restoration effort, and we will continue to strategically attack outages until all customers affected by Hurricane Irene are restored," said Thomas H. Graham, President, Pepco
Region. "Schools are a central focus and our crews are working to restore service to these facilities as quickly and safely as possible. We are working with school officials to expedite our progress." Thirteen public schools remain without power - two in the District of Columbia, three in Montgomery County and eight in Prince George?s County.
The company continues to execute its planned restoration strategy, which first targets major pieces of electrical equipment that serve large numbers of customers. As restoration has progressed, crews have turned their attention to equipment that serves more local areas and are finding many old and very large trees that have fallen and damaged neighborhood equipment. For example, extensive local damage has been found on Wilson Lane and River Road in Bethesda; Brookville Road in Chevy Chase; 25th Place and Catskill Street in Temple Hills; Duley Station Road in Upper Marlboro; a portion of Van Buren Street in University Park; Flower Avenue in Takoma Park; Yuma Street in Northwest Washington and Douglas Street and Montana Avenue in Northeast Washington. The amount of destruction associated with these local outages makes repairing the remaining 25 percent of affected customers especially challenging and slows down the speed to complete the work.
"Now that all substations and many of our main power lines damaged by Irene have been repaired, the very time-consuming work of fixing equipment that serves small groups of customers is fully under way," said Graham. "As crews go into neighborhoods, they are finding numerous older and weakened trees that have fallen and damaged our equipment. We continue to have more than 2,400 dedicated personnel, including hundreds of tree
crews, working around the clock to accomplish this repair work." As restoration work progresses, customers may receive more targeted estimated times for restoration (ETR). Any change in ETRs will reflect an improvement in time.
Customers Asked to Request a Call Back
Customers are urged to report outages at pepco.com or by calling "1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662). Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because, combined with other customer calls and
Pepco's technology, it helps the company identify the precise location of outages more quickly. Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage that customers request a call back to confirm that their power has been restored.
If reporting an emergency or another life-threatening situation such as downed wires, customers also should call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and follow the prompts.
To keep up-to-date, customers are encouraged to visit the Pepco website frequently at www.pepco.com and review the outage map, follow us at www.twitter.com/PepcoConnect and listen to local radio stations for
updates.
Pepco Emphasizes Importance of Safety
Safety is paramount for Pepco's customers and employees. The company urges the public to stay alert, as conditions remain hazardous. It is critical to stay clear of downed wires and report them by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Other important safety recommendations include:
· If you use life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate and you have lost power, Pepco urges you to seek alternative accommodations at a location with emergency power capabilities as restoration will be a multi-day event.
· If you are using a portable generator, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use only when necessary. Don?t overload it and be sure to turn it off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not connect the generator directly into your home's main fuse box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an insulated cooler. Foods will stay frozen for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed.
A full list of safety tips can be found on the Pepco website (www.pepco.com).
Pepco Update - Community Advisory
Chief Ricucci participated in a conference call today with other local government officials and Pepco.
- Yesterday, there were 220,000 customers without power. Today, as of 1:00 p.m., 140,000 have had power restored.
- Seven (7) substations were damaged. All have been repaired and are up and running.
- 1,100 electrical wires were still down.
- 43 schools area-wide were without power.
- Remaining power outage breakdown: 11,000 Montgomery County; 11,000 D.C.; 26,000 Prince George's County
- Wires down breakdown: 300 Montgomery County; 300 D.C.; 500 Prince George's County
- Pepco's goal of global restoration (all power restored) is by Thursday evening (September 1)
- A report will be filed with the Public Service Commission on this event by Pepco.
The process for restoring power depends on the cause of the outage. For those outages involving trees, Pepco must shut off the electric power to the lines in order for the tree to be removed. Once the power is confirmed off, either a Pepco contractor or a City contractor will remove the portion of the tree that is in the right-of-way or roadway. Pepco will return to repair the wires and pole and restore power. These steps do not occur simultaneously and may be spread out over several days in widespread outage situations such as this.
The City will remove the portion of the downed tree in the street. Removal of the remainder of the downed tree is the responsibility of the private property owner.
Please be advised that service lines are the responsibility of the individual property owner. The service line is the line running from the house to the electrical pole. If your service line has been torn away from the house or is dangling, you should call an electrician to have it re-installed as this is not a Pepco function.
The City will continue to stay in touch with Pepco on the time frame for restoring power and will share whatever information we receive.
- Yesterday, there were 220,000 customers without power. Today, as of 1:00 p.m., 140,000 have had power restored.
- Seven (7) substations were damaged. All have been repaired and are up and running.
- 1,100 electrical wires were still down.
- 43 schools area-wide were without power.
- Remaining power outage breakdown: 11,000 Montgomery County; 11,000 D.C.; 26,000 Prince George's County
- Wires down breakdown: 300 Montgomery County; 300 D.C.; 500 Prince George's County
- Pepco's goal of global restoration (all power restored) is by Thursday evening (September 1)
- A report will be filed with the Public Service Commission on this event by Pepco.
The process for restoring power depends on the cause of the outage. For those outages involving trees, Pepco must shut off the electric power to the lines in order for the tree to be removed. Once the power is confirmed off, either a Pepco contractor or a City contractor will remove the portion of the tree that is in the right-of-way or roadway. Pepco will return to repair the wires and pole and restore power. These steps do not occur simultaneously and may be spread out over several days in widespread outage situations such as this.
The City will remove the portion of the downed tree in the street. Removal of the remainder of the downed tree is the responsibility of the private property owner.
Please be advised that service lines are the responsibility of the individual property owner. The service line is the line running from the house to the electrical pole. If your service line has been torn away from the house or is dangling, you should call an electrician to have it re-installed as this is not a Pepco function.
The City will continue to stay in touch with Pepco on the time frame for restoring power and will share whatever information we receive.
Updated List of Traffic Light Outages, Wires Down, Trees Down and Road Closures - Community Advisory
Below is the most updated list from our officers in the field of traffic light outages, wires/trees down and road closures in the City. Pepco has been notified on all of these.
Traffic Lights Out
Piney Branch at Philadelphia
New Hampshire Avenue at Sligo Creek
Piney Branch (7700 block ) Takoma Park Middle School
New Hampshire at Poplar
Flower at Carroll Avenue (tree down)
Wires Down
214 Geneva Avenue
506 Ethan Allen Avenue
Columbia/Hickory
500 Ethan Allen Avenue
110 Elm Avenue (gas leak)
Columbia at Sycamore Avenue
Ethan Allen Avenue at Woodland
6718 Cockerille Avenue
7808 Wildwood
1107 Sligo Creek
7122 Woodland
7225 Flower Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
7106 Central (all 7100 block down)
7315 Flower Avenue
Trees Down
214 Geneva Avenue
Columbia/Hickory
111 Elm Avenue/110 Elm Avenue
Columbia/Sycamore
7225 Flower Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
Sligo Creek Parkway at Aspen Avenue
Road Closures
Geneva at Hilltop
Maple and Tulip
110 Elm/Allegheny Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
Sycamore/Columbia
Woodland/Ethan Allen Avenue
7200 Flower near Cherry
Columbia/Hickory
Sligo Creek Parkway at Garland to eastbound Geneva at Jackson
Rt. 650 at Sligo Creek Parkway
Maple Avenue at Eastern (gas line repair)
7315 Flower Avenue down to Garland
Flower from Wabash to Domer to 8514 Flower (crew on site)
Traffic Lights Out
Piney Branch at Philadelphia
New Hampshire Avenue at Sligo Creek
Piney Branch (7700 block ) Takoma Park Middle School
New Hampshire at Poplar
Flower at Carroll Avenue (tree down)
Wires Down
214 Geneva Avenue
506 Ethan Allen Avenue
Columbia/Hickory
500 Ethan Allen Avenue
110 Elm Avenue (gas leak)
Columbia at Sycamore Avenue
Ethan Allen Avenue at Woodland
6718 Cockerille Avenue
7808 Wildwood
1107 Sligo Creek
7122 Woodland
7225 Flower Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
7106 Central (all 7100 block down)
7315 Flower Avenue
Trees Down
214 Geneva Avenue
Columbia/Hickory
111 Elm Avenue/110 Elm Avenue
Columbia/Sycamore
7225 Flower Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
Sligo Creek Parkway at Aspen Avenue
Road Closures
Geneva at Hilltop
Maple and Tulip
110 Elm/Allegheny Avenue
8410 Flower Avenue
Sycamore/Columbia
Woodland/Ethan Allen Avenue
7200 Flower near Cherry
Columbia/Hickory
Sligo Creek Parkway at Garland to eastbound Geneva at Jackson
Rt. 650 at Sligo Creek Parkway
Maple Avenue at Eastern (gas line repair)
7315 Flower Avenue down to Garland
Flower from Wabash to Domer to 8514 Flower (crew on site)
Historic District Homeowners - Community Advisory
If your property suffered damage (often chimney damage) from last week's earthquake and/or hurricane Irene, you are eligible for expedited permit approval. Contact county Historic Preservation Staff at 301-563-3400 for more details.
Information on Power and Traffic Light Outages; Road Closures - Community Advisory
Please be advised that the information that the Police Department is putting out about power outages, traffic light outages and road closures is very fluid, as the status of each constantly changes. Please be patient as I continue to get the information and get it back out to you as it happens. Thank you once again for your patience. Stay safe!
As a reminder, please treat intersections as four-way stops for your safety and the safety of others. Even if you are driving on the larger thoroughfare and it appears you have the right to keep driving, that is not the case. Please come to a complete stop and look both ways before entering the intersection.
As a reminder, please treat intersections as four-way stops for your safety and the safety of others. Even if you are driving on the larger thoroughfare and it appears you have the right to keep driving, that is not the case. Please come to a complete stop and look both ways before entering the intersection.
UPDATE Road Closures and Traffic Light Outages - Community Advisory
Traffic Light Outages:
Please advised that the majority of traffic lights have been restored along New Hampshire Avenue. The traffic light at New Hampshire Avenue and Sligo Creek Parkway is out.
Traffic Lights
Philadelphia Avenue and Maple are out
Philadelphia Avenue and Piney Branch Road out
Piney Branch Road and Flower Avenue out
Carroll Avenue and Flower Avenue out
Road Closures:
Sycamore/Columbia still closed- Tree Down
Elm/Allegheny-Tree Down
Hickory/Columbia-Tree Down
8400-8600 block Flower Avenue Closed tree down
Sligo Creek Parkway still closed
Flower Avenue/Cherry Avenue-Tree Down
Geneva/Hilltop-Tree down
Central/Garland -Tree/wires down
Jackson between Boyd and Aspen-Wires Down
Woodland/Ethan Allen now open
Power outage:
The majority of power has been restored throughout the City. Areas along Flower Avenue and adjacent side streets are still without power. All other neighborhoods appear to have power restored.
Pepco is still in the area and power will hopefully be restored to all shortly.
Please advised that the majority of traffic lights have been restored along New Hampshire Avenue. The traffic light at New Hampshire Avenue and Sligo Creek Parkway is out.
Traffic Lights
Philadelphia Avenue and Maple are out
Philadelphia Avenue and Piney Branch Road out
Piney Branch Road and Flower Avenue out
Carroll Avenue and Flower Avenue out
Road Closures:
Sycamore/Columbia still closed- Tree Down
Elm/Allegheny-Tree Down
Hickory/Columbia-Tree Down
8400-8600 block Flower Avenue Closed tree down
Sligo Creek Parkway still closed
Flower Avenue/Cherry Avenue-Tree Down
Geneva/Hilltop-Tree down
Central/Garland -Tree/wires down
Jackson between Boyd and Aspen-Wires Down
Woodland/Ethan Allen now open
Power outage:
The majority of power has been restored throughout the City. Areas along Flower Avenue and adjacent side streets are still without power. All other neighborhoods appear to have power restored.
Pepco is still in the area and power will hopefully be restored to all shortly.
Use Caution While Driving - Community Advisory
Montgomery County is still experiencing some outages as a result of Hurricane Irene. Drivers are reminded to use caution and treat intersections without power as a four-way stop.
Commuters may want to allocate additional time for their commute, especially along Route 29 which has several signals without power north of Randolph Road.
Commuters may want to allocate additional time for their commute, especially along Route 29 which has several signals without power north of Randolph Road.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Pepco Continues Damage Assessment; Restoration Crews At Work - Community Advisory
Pepco Continues Damage Assessment as Restoration Crews Work to Bring Power Back.
· 48,000 customers, two substations restored
· Potomac Water Filtration Plant restored
· More than 2,400 personnel dedicated to restoration
Pepco has restored power to approximately 48,000 customers, two large substations serving parts of Upper Marlboro, Croom, Adelphi and College Park; and the Potomac Water Filtration Plant, which provides clean drinking water to 70 percent of Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission's customers.
The company has dispatched 1,300 line-restoration workers, approximately 700 field support personnel, and 440 others to staff the company's call center. Pepco began deploying damage assessment teams at 7 a.m. and continued to deploy restoration teams throughout the day. Crews are actively working to restore power at the remaining affected substations.
A "global" estimated restoration time indicating when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored will be available no later than Monday morning. While the global time indicates when the last customer will have power, many customers will have power back prior to that time. Crews will work around the clock until everyone's power is restored.
"We continue to attack the outages with more than 2,400 dedicated personnel working to restore customers' power, complete a comprehensive damage assessment and staff our customer call centers. We began our
restoration efforts by tackling the largest-scale problems, including the substations and water filtration plant," said Tom Graham, Pepco Region President. "Wind gusts are reported to have reached nearly 60 mph, and the storm dumped approximately eight inches of water on the system, but we are executing the response plan established over the past week and will continue to do so around the clock."
Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been widespread and extensive. At its peak, the storm left approximately 220,000 customers without power. Restoration efforts will first address issues of public health and safety and will then focus on transmission repairs that will restore electricity supply to a large group of customers, followed by restoration of individual circuits serving neighborhoods and streets. Pepco will implement an area-based restoration approach once primary circuits have been restored, which means that once a crew is dispatched to a particular area, the crew will stay in that area until all the customers have power restored.
Pepco coordinates its efforts with public and other agencies across our service territory as part of the overall community recovery effort. In Maryland and the District of Columbia, we are coordinating with the local departments of transportation to restore power to key street lights and other critical infrastructure.
To keep up-to-date, customers are encouraged to visit the Pepco website (www.pepco.com) frequently, follow them at www.Twitter.com/PepcoConnect and listen to local radio stations for updates.
Pepco Emphasizes Importance of Safety
Safety is paramount for Pepco's customers and employees. As the skies clear, the company urges the public to stay alert, as conditions will remain hazardous. It is critical to stay clear of downed wires and report them by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Other important safety recommendations include:
· If you use life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate and you have lost power, Pepco urges you to seek alternative accommodations at a location with emergency power capabilities as restoration will be a multi-day event.
· If you are using a portable generator, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use only when necessary. Don't overload it and turn it off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not connect the generator directly into your home's
main fuse box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an insulated cooler. Foods will stay frozen for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed, and a half-full freezer will generally keep food frozen for up to 24 hours.
A full list of safety tips can be found on the Pepco website (www.pepco.com).
Customers Asked To Report Power Outages
Customers are asked to report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because they help the company identify the location of outages more quickly. Each household should report an outage; a neighbor's call will not indicate that you are out of power as well.
Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage customers request a call back, which means that Pepco will notify customers to ensure power has been restored. The call back process helps Pepco during the area-based restoration process to locate outages that may be specific to customers' homes, such as an issue with the service wire to an individual house.
To keep up to date, customers are encouraged to visit www.pepco.com and frequently listen to local radio stations for updates.
· 48,000 customers, two substations restored
· Potomac Water Filtration Plant restored
· More than 2,400 personnel dedicated to restoration
Pepco has restored power to approximately 48,000 customers, two large substations serving parts of Upper Marlboro, Croom, Adelphi and College Park; and the Potomac Water Filtration Plant, which provides clean drinking water to 70 percent of Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission's customers.
The company has dispatched 1,300 line-restoration workers, approximately 700 field support personnel, and 440 others to staff the company's call center. Pepco began deploying damage assessment teams at 7 a.m. and continued to deploy restoration teams throughout the day. Crews are actively working to restore power at the remaining affected substations.
A "global" estimated restoration time indicating when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored will be available no later than Monday morning. While the global time indicates when the last customer will have power, many customers will have power back prior to that time. Crews will work around the clock until everyone's power is restored.
"We continue to attack the outages with more than 2,400 dedicated personnel working to restore customers' power, complete a comprehensive damage assessment and staff our customer call centers. We began our
restoration efforts by tackling the largest-scale problems, including the substations and water filtration plant," said Tom Graham, Pepco Region President. "Wind gusts are reported to have reached nearly 60 mph, and the storm dumped approximately eight inches of water on the system, but we are executing the response plan established over the past week and will continue to do so around the clock."
Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been widespread and extensive. At its peak, the storm left approximately 220,000 customers without power. Restoration efforts will first address issues of public health and safety and will then focus on transmission repairs that will restore electricity supply to a large group of customers, followed by restoration of individual circuits serving neighborhoods and streets. Pepco will implement an area-based restoration approach once primary circuits have been restored, which means that once a crew is dispatched to a particular area, the crew will stay in that area until all the customers have power restored.
Pepco coordinates its efforts with public and other agencies across our service territory as part of the overall community recovery effort. In Maryland and the District of Columbia, we are coordinating with the local departments of transportation to restore power to key street lights and other critical infrastructure.
To keep up-to-date, customers are encouraged to visit the Pepco website (www.pepco.com) frequently, follow them at www.Twitter.com/PepcoConnect and listen to local radio stations for updates.
Pepco Emphasizes Importance of Safety
Safety is paramount for Pepco's customers and employees. As the skies clear, the company urges the public to stay alert, as conditions will remain hazardous. It is critical to stay clear of downed wires and report them by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Other important safety recommendations include:
· If you use life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate and you have lost power, Pepco urges you to seek alternative accommodations at a location with emergency power capabilities as restoration will be a multi-day event.
· If you are using a portable generator, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use only when necessary. Don't overload it and turn it off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning. Do not connect the generator directly into your home's
main fuse box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an insulated cooler. Foods will stay frozen for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed, and a half-full freezer will generally keep food frozen for up to 24 hours.
A full list of safety tips can be found on the Pepco website (www.pepco.com).
Customers Asked To Report Power Outages
Customers are asked to report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and following the voice prompts. Customers' reports are vital to Pepco's restoration efforts because they help the company identify the location of outages more quickly. Each household should report an outage; a neighbor's call will not indicate that you are out of power as well.
Pepco also recommends that when reporting an outage customers request a call back, which means that Pepco will notify customers to ensure power has been restored. The call back process helps Pepco during the area-based restoration process to locate outages that may be specific to customers' homes, such as an issue with the service wire to an individual house.
To keep up to date, customers are encouraged to visit www.pepco.com and frequently listen to local radio stations for updates.
Update to Road Closures, Traffic Light Outages, Pepco, Metro and Yard Debris - Community Advisory
Road Closures
As of the writing of this e-mail, the following roads remain closed:
Sycamore at Columbia- Tree Down
Elm at Allegheny- Tree Down
Takoma at Philadelphia- Low Wires
Hickory at Columbia- Tree Down
8410 Flower- Tree Down
8600 Flower- Tree Down
Sligo Creek still closed
Flower at Cherry- Tree Down
Geneva at Hilltop- Tree Down
Central and Garland- Tree Down/Wires Down
Woodland at Ethan Allen- Tree Down
Jackson between Boyd and Aspen- Wires Down
Traffic Light Outage
Most of the City of Takoma Park is still without power, which means traffic lights are also out. Please use caution while driving. Please treat intersections as four-way stops.
Please use caution while driving through the City as there is still debris on some roadways and some low-hanging wires.
PEPCO
Pepco is not giving out any estimated times of repairs at this time until they can conclude their assessment of damages. In Pepco's service area, Hurricane Irene delivered heavy rains and sustained gale force winds. Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been extensive up and down the East Coast. As of 7:30 a.m., approximately 194,000 Pepco customers were without power. This is reduced from 220,000 customers without power earlier during the storm. Approximately 65,000 residents in Montgomery County, Md., 96,000 in Prince George's County, Md. and 33,000 in the District of Columbia are without power. Currently, five Pepco substations and 131 priority feeder lines have been knocked out and 304 wires are down. A preliminary damage assessment process must be completed before a global estimated restoration time can be generated. Pepco's global estimated restoration
time, which indicates when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored, will be available in the next day. Pepco Encourages Safety Precautions After severe storms, Pepco urges customers to take safety precautions.
Metro
Metro expects to operate bus, rail and MetroAccess service on a regular schedule on Sunday, August 28. Metrobus service began on select routes as scheduled at 5 a.m.; the Metrorail system will open at 7 a.m. There is no scheduled track work.
Metrobus and MetroAccess customers should expect possible detours around downed wires and trees and allow additional travel time.
Metrorail ridership was down about 67 percent yesterday as compared to last Saturday. Yesterday, 128,390 customers entered the system, as compared to 345,425 on Saturday, August 20.
Metro's Operations Control Center will continue to monitor the system for any storm-related after effects.
Customers should take note of the following travel advice:
●Check wmata.com for service updates before starting your trip. Metrorail customers may also sign up for Metro alerts via email, tune to broadcast traffic reports or follow Metro on Twitter @wmata for the latest service information.
●Please report any unsafe condition to the nearest Metro employee.
●Metrobuses and MetroAccess vehicles will detour around downed trees and flooded streets, as necessary. Please allow additional travel time. Bus customers should note that NextBus results may be unreliable due to the system’s inability to reflect extreme road conditions.
Yard Waste and Debris
Yard waste collection will occur as usual on Monday for grass, leaves, branches (less than 3 feet long and 3 inches in diameter) and brush. Larger branches can be brought to the right of way and the City will arrange for collection through out the week.
Hope everyone and their families are well. Use caution and stay safe!
As of the writing of this e-mail, the following roads remain closed:
Sycamore at Columbia- Tree Down
Elm at Allegheny- Tree Down
Takoma at Philadelphia- Low Wires
Hickory at Columbia- Tree Down
8410 Flower- Tree Down
8600 Flower- Tree Down
Sligo Creek still closed
Flower at Cherry- Tree Down
Geneva at Hilltop- Tree Down
Central and Garland- Tree Down/Wires Down
Woodland at Ethan Allen- Tree Down
Jackson between Boyd and Aspen- Wires Down
Traffic Light Outage
Most of the City of Takoma Park is still without power, which means traffic lights are also out. Please use caution while driving. Please treat intersections as four-way stops.
Please use caution while driving through the City as there is still debris on some roadways and some low-hanging wires.
PEPCO
Pepco is not giving out any estimated times of repairs at this time until they can conclude their assessment of damages. In Pepco's service area, Hurricane Irene delivered heavy rains and sustained gale force winds. Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been extensive up and down the East Coast. As of 7:30 a.m., approximately 194,000 Pepco customers were without power. This is reduced from 220,000 customers without power earlier during the storm. Approximately 65,000 residents in Montgomery County, Md., 96,000 in Prince George's County, Md. and 33,000 in the District of Columbia are without power. Currently, five Pepco substations and 131 priority feeder lines have been knocked out and 304 wires are down. A preliminary damage assessment process must be completed before a global estimated restoration time can be generated. Pepco's global estimated restoration
time, which indicates when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored, will be available in the next day. Pepco Encourages Safety Precautions After severe storms, Pepco urges customers to take safety precautions.
Metro
Metro expects to operate bus, rail and MetroAccess service on a regular schedule on Sunday, August 28. Metrobus service began on select routes as scheduled at 5 a.m.; the Metrorail system will open at 7 a.m. There is no scheduled track work.
Metrobus and MetroAccess customers should expect possible detours around downed wires and trees and allow additional travel time.
Metrorail ridership was down about 67 percent yesterday as compared to last Saturday. Yesterday, 128,390 customers entered the system, as compared to 345,425 on Saturday, August 20.
Metro's Operations Control Center will continue to monitor the system for any storm-related after effects.
Customers should take note of the following travel advice:
●Check wmata.com for service updates before starting your trip. Metrorail customers may also sign up for Metro alerts via email, tune to broadcast traffic reports or follow Metro on Twitter @wmata for the latest service information.
●Please report any unsafe condition to the nearest Metro employee.
●Metrobuses and MetroAccess vehicles will detour around downed trees and flooded streets, as necessary. Please allow additional travel time. Bus customers should note that NextBus results may be unreliable due to the system’s inability to reflect extreme road conditions.
Yard Waste and Debris
Yard waste collection will occur as usual on Monday for grass, leaves, branches (less than 3 feet long and 3 inches in diameter) and brush. Larger branches can be brought to the right of way and the City will arrange for collection through out the week.
Hope everyone and their families are well. Use caution and stay safe!
Updated Information Shortly - Community Advisory
I have received a comprehensive list from our communications office regarding road closures, wires down, trees down, traffic lights that are out, etc. As soon as I create a reader-friendly format, I will be putting it out to you. Thank you for your patience. I sincerely appreciate it.
Pepco Press Release- Community Advisory
Pepco has launched it's response plan in the wake of Hurricane Irene. A fleet of trucks was dispatched at 7 a.m. to actively assess storm damage across the system, allowing Pepco to strategically target power restoration efforts. These crews include personnel and trucks from utility companies in other states, which had been arranged by Pepco earlier last week as Hurricane Irene gathered. We have developed a plan to attack potential outages since this storm was first predicted, said Pepco Region President Thomas H. Graham. We've now launched our restoration fleets into the communities and they will work around the clock until everyone's power is restored. This restoration process is being conducted strategically and with full force. More than 2,500 individuals are dedicated to the restoration effort, including:
· 1,700 restoration workers in the field, including 800 from
mutual-assistance companies in other states
· 400 field support personnel
· 440 staffers taking calls from Pepco customers
In Pepco's service area, Hurricane Irene delivered heavy rains and sustained gale force winds. Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been extensive up and down the East Coast. As of 7:30 a.m., approximately 194,000 Pepco customers were without power. This is reduced from 220,000 customers without power earlier during the storm. Approximately 65,000
residents in Montgomery County, Md., 96,000 in Prince George's County, Md. and 33,000 in the District of Columbia are without power. Currently, five Pepco substations and 131 priority feeder lines have been knocked out and 304 wires are down. A preliminary damage assessment process must be completed before a global estimated restoration time can be generated. Pepco's global estimated restoration time, which indicates when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored, will be available in the next day. Pepco Encourages Safety Precautions After severe storms, Pepco urges customers to take safety precautions. Our safety tips include:
· Visit www.pepco.com for safety tips and follow the advice of your
local emergency management officials.
· If you plan to use a portable generator, follow the manufacturer?s
instructions and use only when necessary. Don?t overload it and turn it
off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run
it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon
monoxide. Do not connect the generator directly into your home?s main fuse
box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an
insulated cooler. If you are without power for more than two hours,
refrigerated foods should be placed in a cooler. Foods will stay frozen
for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed,
and a half-full freezer will generally keep frozen food for up to 24
hours.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to
do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should
not turn off your power.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and
emergency information.
· Take cover if necessary
· Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662)
and press "2" to report a downed wire.
Customers Asked To Report Power Outages
Customers? reports are vital to Pepco?s restoration efforts. Customers
are asked to report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62
(1-877-737-2662) and pressing one for the automated system. If reporting
an emergency or another life-threatening situation such as downed wires,
customers are asked to please call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and
press two. Multiple call center sites have been staffed to support
customer service efforts and our systems have been networked together for
expanded capacity and the ability to operate virtually.
Pepco also recommends, when reporting an outage, customers request a call
back. Call backs allow Pepco to notify customers who have relocated when
work in their area is complete. Call backs also help Pepco locate outages
that may be specific to customers? homes.
· 1,700 restoration workers in the field, including 800 from
mutual-assistance companies in other states
· 400 field support personnel
· 440 staffers taking calls from Pepco customers
In Pepco's service area, Hurricane Irene delivered heavy rains and sustained gale force winds. Damage to the electrical infrastructure has been extensive up and down the East Coast. As of 7:30 a.m., approximately 194,000 Pepco customers were without power. This is reduced from 220,000 customers without power earlier during the storm. Approximately 65,000
residents in Montgomery County, Md., 96,000 in Prince George's County, Md. and 33,000 in the District of Columbia are without power. Currently, five Pepco substations and 131 priority feeder lines have been knocked out and 304 wires are down. A preliminary damage assessment process must be completed before a global estimated restoration time can be generated. Pepco's global estimated restoration time, which indicates when the last Pepco customer is expected to have power restored, will be available in the next day. Pepco Encourages Safety Precautions After severe storms, Pepco urges customers to take safety precautions. Our safety tips include:
· Visit www.pepco.com for safety tips and follow the advice of your
local emergency management officials.
· If you plan to use a portable generator, follow the manufacturer?s
instructions and use only when necessary. Don?t overload it and turn it
off at night, while you sleep and when you are away from home.
· Locate a portable generator in a well-ventilated area. Never run
it inside, even in your garage, to avoid the potential hazard of carbon
monoxide. Do not connect the generator directly into your home?s main fuse
box or circuit panel.
· Protect food and refrigerated medicine with regular ice in an
insulated cooler. If you are without power for more than two hours,
refrigerated foods should be placed in a cooler. Foods will stay frozen
for 36 to 48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if the door remains closed,
and a half-full freezer will generally keep frozen food for up to 24
hours.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to
do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should
not turn off your power.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and
emergency information.
· Take cover if necessary
· Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662)
and press "2" to report a downed wire.
Customers Asked To Report Power Outages
Customers? reports are vital to Pepco?s restoration efforts. Customers
are asked to report outages at www.pepco.com or by calling 1-877-PEPCO-62
(1-877-737-2662) and pressing one for the automated system. If reporting
an emergency or another life-threatening situation such as downed wires,
customers are asked to please call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and
press two. Multiple call center sites have been staffed to support
customer service efforts and our systems have been networked together for
expanded capacity and the ability to operate virtually.
Pepco also recommends, when reporting an outage, customers request a call
back. Call backs allow Pepco to notify customers who have relocated when
work in their area is complete. Call backs also help Pepco locate outages
that may be specific to customers? homes.
Update on Outages; PEPCO Information - Community Advisory
The power is out in Oldtown.
The traffic light is out at Carroll Avenue/Laurel Avenue.
A transformer blew at Larch Avenue/Hayward Avenue. Pepco has been notified.
The 8000 block of Flower Avenue is completely blocked off.
PEPCO INFORMATION:
The PEPCO Representative at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) explained that strike teams are currently headed to priority locations now. If we have any critical locations without power, a strike team can be expedited. The majority of the PEPCO teams staged at the fairgrounds will not head out until daybreak. Only strike teams are able to work in the current conditions for life threatening situations.
The traffic light is out at Carroll Avenue/Laurel Avenue.
A transformer blew at Larch Avenue/Hayward Avenue. Pepco has been notified.
The 8000 block of Flower Avenue is completely blocked off.
PEPCO INFORMATION:
The PEPCO Representative at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) explained that strike teams are currently headed to priority locations now. If we have any critical locations without power, a strike team can be expedited. The majority of the PEPCO teams staged at the fairgrounds will not head out until daybreak. Only strike teams are able to work in the current conditions for life threatening situations.
Tree Knocks Down Poles on Flower Avenue; Wires Down - Community Advisory
A tree knocked down three poles on Flower Avenue. Wires are hanging down. Pepco and the arborist have been notified.
Wires are down at 7225 and 8410 Flower Avenue. Pepco has been notified.
Wires are down at 7225 and 8410 Flower Avenue. Pepco has been notified.
A Message from the Chief of Police - Community Advisory
Currently there are numerous power outages throughout the City which has caused a majority of all traffic lights in the City to be out.
Traffic lights are out in the following locations, and there may be more:
Maple Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Carroll Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Philadelphia Avenue
Takoma Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Sycamore Avenue/Ethan Allen Avenue
Ethan Allen Avenue/Carroll Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Sligo Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Dale Drive
New Hampshire Avenue/Erskine Street
New Hampshire Avenue/Poplar Avenue
We ask all residents to exercise caution until the traffic lights come back on, which cannot be done until the power is restored. All intersections should be treated as a four-way stop. We have notified Pepco of all power outages. Please be patient as they respond to each call. Residents must exercise caution as they drive through the streets as there is much debris. Clean up will begin in the morning. Calls are being taken as they come in. If you have any questions, please call our non-emergency number of 301.270.1100.
Traffic lights are out in the following locations, and there may be more:
Maple Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Carroll Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Philadelphia Avenue
Takoma Avenue/Philadelphia Avenue
Sycamore Avenue/Ethan Allen Avenue
Ethan Allen Avenue/Carroll Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Sligo Avenue
Piney Branch Road/Dale Drive
New Hampshire Avenue/Erskine Street
New Hampshire Avenue/Poplar Avenue
We ask all residents to exercise caution until the traffic lights come back on, which cannot be done until the power is restored. All intersections should be treated as a four-way stop. We have notified Pepco of all power outages. Please be patient as they respond to each call. Residents must exercise caution as they drive through the streets as there is much debris. Clean up will begin in the morning. Calls are being taken as they come in. If you have any questions, please call our non-emergency number of 301.270.1100.
Pole Broke and Wires Down on a Vehicle; Tree-Wires Down on Sligo Creek Parkway - Community Advisory
A tree is down with wires down at 1107 Sligo Creek Parkway. Park Police have been notified.
A pole broke and wires are down on a car at 7122 Woodland Avenue.
A pole broke and wires are down on a car at 7122 Woodland Avenue.
Transformer has blown on Ethan Allen Avenue-Power is Out; More Trees and Wires Down - Community Advisory
A transformer has blown on Ethan Allen Avenue - power is out.
A tree is down and wires down on Ethan Allen Avenue/Woodland Avenue and 1010 Larch Avenue.
A tree is down and wires down on Ethan Allen Avenue/Woodland Avenue and 1010 Larch Avenue.
Tree Down on Elm Avenue Blocking Roadway - Community Advisory
There is a tree down at 111 Elm Avenue near Allegheny blocking the roadway.
More Trees and Wires Down; Maple Avenue Re-Opened - Community Advisory
6617 Poplar Avenue - tree down
216 Manor Circle - tree down
Columbia at Hickory - tree down and wires down
Columbia at Sycamore - tree down and wires down
506 Ethan Allen - tree down, road blocked and wires down
Pepco has been notified.
Maple Avenue is now open from its earlier closure
216 Manor Circle - tree down
Columbia at Hickory - tree down and wires down
Columbia at Sycamore - tree down and wires down
506 Ethan Allen - tree down, road blocked and wires down
Pepco has been notified.
Maple Avenue is now open from its earlier closure
Lights at Piney Branch Road at Philadelphia Avenue are Out - Community Advisory
The lights at Piney Branch Road and Philadelphia Avenue are out. The County has been notified.
Another Road Blocked by Fallen Tree; Wires Down - Community Advisory
Carroll Avenue at Long Branch Parkway is completely blocked by a tree down. Wires are also down. Pepco has been notified.
More Power Outages and Tree Down - Community Advisory
Maple Avenue from Carroll Avenue to Tulip Avenue is closed because of a tree down in the road. Wires are also down.
From the east side of New Hampshire Avenue from Erskine Avenue to University Boulevard there's a major power failure. The lights are out in the entire area.
Pepco has been notified in both instances.
From the east side of New Hampshire Avenue from Erskine Avenue to University Boulevard there's a major power failure. The lights are out in the entire area.
Pepco has been notified in both instances.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Transformer blown at 6600 Gude Avenue; Power is out in the Area - Community Advisory
There is a transformer that blew out at 6600 Gude Avenue. Pepco has been notified. Power is out in the area. The traffic light is also out at New Hampshire Avenue and Poplar Avenue.
Power is Restored on Geneva; Road Remains Blocked - Community Advisory
The power is restored on Geneva. Pepco responded within 30 minutes. The tree will be removed in the morning and the road remains blocked.
Tree Fallen; Power Lines Down - Community Advisory
There is a tree down in the 200 block of Geneva Avenue which is blocking traffic leading up to Hilltop Road. There are also power lines down as a result of the fallen tree. Pepco has been notified and is en route.
Flash Flood Warning - Community Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a FLASH FLOOD WARNING for Southeastern Montgomery County until 11:30 pm. At 5:21 pm Doppler radar indicated a line of storms approaching the county that will be capable of producing flooding rains.
Residents should expect extremely heavy rain that will flood low lying areas, and streets with slow drainage. Do not try to cross flooded roads. Flooded areas may be harder to identify at night. Use caution while driving.
Residents should expect extremely heavy rain that will flood low lying areas, and streets with slow drainage. Do not try to cross flooded roads. Flooded areas may be harder to identify at night. Use caution while driving.
Cancel Missing Juvenile Runaway - News Release
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
August 27, 2011 (5:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Missing juvenile, Caroline Kristina Gibney, returned home. She is safe and in good health.
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
August 27, 2011 (5:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Missing juvenile, Caroline Kristina Gibney, returned home. She is safe and in good health.
Road Closure - Community Advisory
Sligo Creek Parkway is closed from University Boulevard to New Hampshire Avenue. This was a decision made by the Park Police for the duration of the storm.
Pepco is Ready for Hurricane Irene - Community Advisory
More Than 1,000 Field Personnel Dedicated to Power Restoration and Customers Urged to Complete Storm Preparations
Pepco has mobilized more than 1,000 field personnel including utility crews from as far away as Texas and Louisiana to assist with what will likely be a multi-day power restoration event. In addition, non-field employees have assumed special storm roles to support the restoration. These roles include damage assessors, crew guides and additional staff to answer customer calls. Pepco is continuing to request mutual assistance from our utility partners located in areas unaffected by this storm. The company is expecting additional crews to arrive over the next few days.
“Restoring power in the wake of Hurricane Irene will be an all hands event for Pepco,” said Thomas H. Graham, President, Pepco Region. “Our first task will be to assess the damage so we can restore power as effectively and safely as possible. Once the expected tropical force winds have subsided, utility crews will hit the streets and begin the assessment and restoration process. We’re ready for the event.” OSHA regulations do not allow overhead work to be performed in sustained winds of 35 mph or more.
“Our first priority is the safety of our customers and crews,” said Graham. “We urge customers to stay clear of wires hanging loose from poles or lying on the ground. Do not attempt to move them. Customers should call 1-877-PEPCO-62 and press 2 to report downed wires. Trained crews will handle making the area safe.”
After a severe storm such as Hurricane Irene, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. Pepco will restore power by targeting wires serving critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, fire stations, and police stations, as well as those serving the greatest number of customers. It is important that customers report their outage and request call backs to verify their power has been restored.
Montgomery County has announced that they will open a shelter at 4 p.m. today at Richard Montgomery High School, 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, Rockville, Md.
Pepco recommends that customers complete their storm preparation by taking the following actions:
· Visit www.pepco.com for preparation tips and follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
· Assemble an emergency "storm kit," including:
o A battery-powered radio or television
o Flashlight
o A first-aid kit
o Battery-powered or windup clock
o Extra batteries
o Special needs items, such as an insulated cooler
o A list of important and emergency phone numbers
· If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there.
· Keep at least a three-day supply per-person of non-perishable foods and bottled water, as well as a hand-operated can opener.
· Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate and won't work if there is an outage.
· Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
· Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
· If you use an personal generator, please take all recommended precautions
· Take cover if necessary
· Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
“A storm of this proportion will present significant challenges. We will continue to provide updates to the media and we encourage customers to be patient and understand that we will restore power when it’s safe to do so. Our entire community is facing a storm of major proportions. The safety of our customers and our crews is our top priority,” concluded Graham.
Additional information may be found at pepco.com
Pepco has mobilized more than 1,000 field personnel including utility crews from as far away as Texas and Louisiana to assist with what will likely be a multi-day power restoration event. In addition, non-field employees have assumed special storm roles to support the restoration. These roles include damage assessors, crew guides and additional staff to answer customer calls. Pepco is continuing to request mutual assistance from our utility partners located in areas unaffected by this storm. The company is expecting additional crews to arrive over the next few days.
“Restoring power in the wake of Hurricane Irene will be an all hands event for Pepco,” said Thomas H. Graham, President, Pepco Region. “Our first task will be to assess the damage so we can restore power as effectively and safely as possible. Once the expected tropical force winds have subsided, utility crews will hit the streets and begin the assessment and restoration process. We’re ready for the event.” OSHA regulations do not allow overhead work to be performed in sustained winds of 35 mph or more.
“Our first priority is the safety of our customers and crews,” said Graham. “We urge customers to stay clear of wires hanging loose from poles or lying on the ground. Do not attempt to move them. Customers should call 1-877-PEPCO-62 and press 2 to report downed wires. Trained crews will handle making the area safe.”
After a severe storm such as Hurricane Irene, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. Pepco will restore power by targeting wires serving critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, fire stations, and police stations, as well as those serving the greatest number of customers. It is important that customers report their outage and request call backs to verify their power has been restored.
Montgomery County has announced that they will open a shelter at 4 p.m. today at Richard Montgomery High School, 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, Rockville, Md.
Pepco recommends that customers complete their storm preparation by taking the following actions:
· Visit www.pepco.com for preparation tips and follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
· Assemble an emergency "storm kit," including:
o A battery-powered radio or television
o Flashlight
o A first-aid kit
o Battery-powered or windup clock
o Extra batteries
o Special needs items, such as an insulated cooler
o A list of important and emergency phone numbers
· If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there.
· Keep at least a three-day supply per-person of non-perishable foods and bottled water, as well as a hand-operated can opener.
· Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate and won't work if there is an outage.
· Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
· Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
· If you use an personal generator, please take all recommended precautions
· Take cover if necessary
· Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
“A storm of this proportion will present significant challenges. We will continue to provide updates to the media and we encourage customers to be patient and understand that we will restore power when it’s safe to do so. Our entire community is facing a storm of major proportions. The safety of our customers and our crews is our top priority,” concluded Graham.
Additional information may be found at pepco.com
Friday, August 26, 2011
Ride-on Bus and Metro - Community Advisory
Ride-on Bus and Metro are working on regular schedules on Saturday, August 27, 2011.
Pepco Prepares for Arrival of Hurricane Irene - Community Advisory
Additional line crews and customer call center agents mobilized. Customers are urged to prepare for power outages.
Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Irene expected to hit the region late Saturday evening and continue through Sunday. The National Weather Service has stated that the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area could experience "extremely destructive" conditions, including high winds, heavy rains, and potential for flooding. PHI has activated its Incident Response Plans in all of its service territories and urges customers to prepare for potential power outages, with the possibility of multi-day outages in some areas.
"Based on the weather updates we have received from the weather services, there is a very real possibility for significant damage to our electrical infrastructure," said Joseph M. Rigby, Chairman, President and CEO of
Pepco Holdings, Inc. "Planning and preparation are critical as this storm approaches. We cannot stress enough to each and every one of our customers in the D.C., Maryland, Delmarva Peninsula, and southern New Jersey service regions, that customers' safety and the safety of our crews is our top priority."
Additional Crews Added to Handle Storm Damage
This is an all-hands event and every employee has assumed a second job to support storm preparation and restoration efforts. Additionally, Pepco has mobilized nearly 1,000 personnel who are already in place and
dedicated to restoration, some from as far away as Ohio and Pennsylvania. Pepco is continuing to request mutual assistance help from our utility partners located in areas unaffected by this storm. "Our first priority is the safety of our customers and our crews. Repair crews will begin assessing damage and making repairs once it has been
determined that it is safe for them to do so. We cannot send crews out safely until sustained winds drop below 35 miles an hour which is an Occupational Health and Safety (OHSA) requirement," said Mike Maxwell, Vice President of Asset Management for PHI.
Maxwell went on to note several key precautions:
· Do not approach or attempt to move downed power lines.
· Immediately report damage or an outage to Pepco's customer call center at 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) or complete an outage report at www.pepco.com.
· Allow trained line crews to handle any damage caused by the storm.
· Pepco's website will have the most up-to-date information regarding service and customers are recommended to go there for status updates.
Maxwell added, "After a severe storm such as this, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. After that assessment is
completed, we will then prioritize work, determine resources needed, and assign crews. Pepco will restore power by targeting wires serving critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, fire stations, and police stations, as well as those serving the greatest number of customers.
Again, after a storm of this magnitude, we anticipate that this will be a multi-day outage situation."
Increased Staff and Technology Upgrades in Place; Customers Urged to Prepare
"In anticipation of the increased call volume, Pepco has doubled the number of access lines and added in house customer service representatives, as well as made arrangements for outside representatives. Additionally, technology upgrades made to the call center over the last 12 months will allow us to better address these calls," said Thomas H. Graham, Pepco Region President. "We urge customers to stay safe and be prepared. We are in continual contact with state and local emergency management agencies to ensure a coordinated community response."
Graham recommended the following:
- Visit www.pepco.com for preparation tips and follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
- Assemble an emergency "storm kit," including:
- A battery-powered radio or television
- Flashlight
- A first-aid kit
- Battery-powered or windup clock
- Extra batteries
- Special needs items, such as an insulated cooler
- A list of important and emergency phone numbers.
- If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there or to a hospital during a prolonged outage.
- Keep at least a three-day supply per-person of non-perishable foods and bottled water, as well as a hand-operated can opener.
- Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate, and won't work if there is an outage.
- Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors, and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
- Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
- Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
-Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
- If you use an personal generator, please take all recommended precautions
- Take cover if necessary
- Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
"A storm of this proportion will present significant challenges. We will continue to provide updates to the media and we encourage customers to be patient and understand that we will restore power when it's safe to do so.
Our entire community is facing a storm of major proportions. The safety of our customers and our crews is our top priority," Graham concluded.
Additional information may be found at www.pepco.com
Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Irene expected to hit the region late Saturday evening and continue through Sunday. The National Weather Service has stated that the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area could experience "extremely destructive" conditions, including high winds, heavy rains, and potential for flooding. PHI has activated its Incident Response Plans in all of its service territories and urges customers to prepare for potential power outages, with the possibility of multi-day outages in some areas.
"Based on the weather updates we have received from the weather services, there is a very real possibility for significant damage to our electrical infrastructure," said Joseph M. Rigby, Chairman, President and CEO of
Pepco Holdings, Inc. "Planning and preparation are critical as this storm approaches. We cannot stress enough to each and every one of our customers in the D.C., Maryland, Delmarva Peninsula, and southern New Jersey service regions, that customers' safety and the safety of our crews is our top priority."
Additional Crews Added to Handle Storm Damage
This is an all-hands event and every employee has assumed a second job to support storm preparation and restoration efforts. Additionally, Pepco has mobilized nearly 1,000 personnel who are already in place and
dedicated to restoration, some from as far away as Ohio and Pennsylvania. Pepco is continuing to request mutual assistance help from our utility partners located in areas unaffected by this storm. "Our first priority is the safety of our customers and our crews. Repair crews will begin assessing damage and making repairs once it has been
determined that it is safe for them to do so. We cannot send crews out safely until sustained winds drop below 35 miles an hour which is an Occupational Health and Safety (OHSA) requirement," said Mike Maxwell, Vice President of Asset Management for PHI.
Maxwell went on to note several key precautions:
· Do not approach or attempt to move downed power lines.
· Immediately report damage or an outage to Pepco's customer call center at 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) or complete an outage report at www.pepco.com.
· Allow trained line crews to handle any damage caused by the storm.
· Pepco's website will have the most up-to-date information regarding service and customers are recommended to go there for status updates.
Maxwell added, "After a severe storm such as this, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. After that assessment is
completed, we will then prioritize work, determine resources needed, and assign crews. Pepco will restore power by targeting wires serving critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, fire stations, and police stations, as well as those serving the greatest number of customers.
Again, after a storm of this magnitude, we anticipate that this will be a multi-day outage situation."
Increased Staff and Technology Upgrades in Place; Customers Urged to Prepare
"In anticipation of the increased call volume, Pepco has doubled the number of access lines and added in house customer service representatives, as well as made arrangements for outside representatives. Additionally, technology upgrades made to the call center over the last 12 months will allow us to better address these calls," said Thomas H. Graham, Pepco Region President. "We urge customers to stay safe and be prepared. We are in continual contact with state and local emergency management agencies to ensure a coordinated community response."
Graham recommended the following:
- Visit www.pepco.com for preparation tips and follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
- Assemble an emergency "storm kit," including:
- A battery-powered radio or television
- Flashlight
- A first-aid kit
- Battery-powered or windup clock
- Extra batteries
- Special needs items, such as an insulated cooler
- A list of important and emergency phone numbers.
- If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there or to a hospital during a prolonged outage.
- Keep at least a three-day supply per-person of non-perishable foods and bottled water, as well as a hand-operated can opener.
- Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate, and won't work if there is an outage.
- Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors, and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
- Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
- Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
-Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
- If you use an personal generator, please take all recommended precautions
- Take cover if necessary
- Stay away from downed wires. Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
"A storm of this proportion will present significant challenges. We will continue to provide updates to the media and we encourage customers to be patient and understand that we will restore power when it's safe to do so.
Our entire community is facing a storm of major proportions. The safety of our customers and our crews is our top priority," Graham concluded.
Additional information may be found at www.pepco.com
Missing Juvenile Runaway - News Release
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
August 26, 2011 (1:52 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Detectives from the Takoma Park Police Department are investigating the disappearance of a missing juvenile runaway. Caroline Kristina Gibney, 15, was last seen on August 25, 2011, in the 300 block of Lincoln Avenue. Caroline is a white female, 5’7 tall, 120 lbs., black hair, brown eyes with a fair complexion. Caroline was last seen wearing blue jeans, an unknown shirt and shoes and has a scar on her left cheek.
Anyone who has information about Caroline’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det. Gaskin of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #11042237.
** A photograph of Caroline Kristina Gibney is being e-mailed with this News Release**
Storm Update - Community Advisory
The current forecast calls for Montgomery County to begin seeing wind and rain on Saturday with gusts around 30 mph in the early evening. In the later evening and early Sunday morning hours, winds will continue to increase with gusts up to 50 mph possible. Rain at this time is forecast at only 1 to 3 inches, but Montgomery County is on the edge of a tight gradient meaning any shift in the storm may change the rain amounts significantly.
All utility companies serving our county are monitoring weather conditions and positioning crews to respond in the event of outages. When system wide-outages occur, restoration efforts begin with facilities that are essential for the protection of public health and safety such as hospitals, law enforcement and fire departments. After that, the areas with the largest number of outages are restored.
Important Utility Numbers:
Pepco: 1-877-737-2662
BG&E: 1-877-778-2222 or 1-800-685-0123
Potomac Edison (Allegheny Power): 1-800-255-3443
Washington Gas: 800-752-7520
WSSC: 1-800-828-4002
All utility companies serving our county are monitoring weather conditions and positioning crews to respond in the event of outages. When system wide-outages occur, restoration efforts begin with facilities that are essential for the protection of public health and safety such as hospitals, law enforcement and fire departments. After that, the areas with the largest number of outages are restored.
Important Utility Numbers:
Pepco: 1-877-737-2662
BG&E: 1-877-778-2222 or 1-800-685-0123
Potomac Edison (Allegheny Power): 1-800-255-3443
Washington Gas: 800-752-7520
WSSC: 1-800-828-4002
Tropical Storm WARNING for D.C. Area - Community Advisory
The tropical storm watch for the D.C. and Baltimore areas has been upgraded to a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Irene moves north. The tropical storm warning includes the tidal Potomac and the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay. It does not include the western suburbs of Loudoun, Fauquier, and Frederick counties.
A Hurricane warning is in effect for the Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware beaches all the way up through the New Jersey shore and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
A Flash Flood Watch has also been issued for the metro region (except western counties) Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning.
A Hurricane warning is in effect for the Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware beaches all the way up through the New Jersey shore and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
A Flash Flood Watch has also been issued for the metro region (except western counties) Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Pepco Urges Customers to Prepare for Hurricane Irene - Community Advisory
Pepco is contacting individual customers who need power for critical medical equipment, urging them to review their emergency plans and prepare for the possibility that they could be subject to extended power outages as a result of Hurricane Irene.
The hurricane is expected to hit the Mid-Atlantic Region this weekend and the utility is preparing for the possibility of a widespread, multi-day restoration effort.
Pepco today is reaching out to customers who have registered with the company as needing electricity for critical medical equipment, to power life-support equipment, for example. Customers are being contacted through Pepco's automated messaging system and are being urged to review their plans, check supplies and take appropriate action to ensure their safety and well being.
"Irene is a large and powerful Hurricane and we need our customers to know in advance that it could result in extended power outages," said Thomas H. Graham, Pepco Region President. "We understand that they need to plan their lives during emergencies and we want to help as best we can."
The utility continues to monitor the progress of Irene up the Eastern Seaboard. It could strike the service territory starting Saturday. Weather services are predicting that the region will be hit by flooding rain and damaging winds over a prolonged period into Sunday, which could cause
widespread and extended power outages.
Pepco continues to participate on Mid-Atlantic Mutual Assistance and Southeastern Electric Exchange conference calls with other utilities to request additional field crew assistance.
Pepco's line crews will work extended hours and the company has alerted additional staff to provide support services, including ramping up the Call Center to provide 24-hour coverage beginning on Friday, August 26.
The company also continues to be in contact with state and local emergency management agencies to ensure a coordinated community response. After severe storms, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. Crews are deployed to restore service only when weather conditions become safe.
Customers Urged to Prepare and Be Safe
Pepco urges its customers to prepare for potential power outages and act to ensure their safety. Here are some tips:
· Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
· If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there or to a hospital during a prolonged outage.
· Assemble an emergency "storm kit." Include a battery-powered radio or television, flashlight, a first-aid kit, battery-powered or windup clock, extra batteries, special needs items, an insulated cooler and a list of important and emergency phone numbers.
· Keep at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foods and bottled water and have a hand-operated can opener available.
· Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate, and won't work if there is an outage.
· Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors, and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
· Follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
· Take cover if necessary.
· Stay away from downed wires.
Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
To report an outage, call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "1" for the automated system.
Additional information may be found at www.pepco.com.
The hurricane is expected to hit the Mid-Atlantic Region this weekend and the utility is preparing for the possibility of a widespread, multi-day restoration effort.
Pepco today is reaching out to customers who have registered with the company as needing electricity for critical medical equipment, to power life-support equipment, for example. Customers are being contacted through Pepco's automated messaging system and are being urged to review their plans, check supplies and take appropriate action to ensure their safety and well being.
"Irene is a large and powerful Hurricane and we need our customers to know in advance that it could result in extended power outages," said Thomas H. Graham, Pepco Region President. "We understand that they need to plan their lives during emergencies and we want to help as best we can."
The utility continues to monitor the progress of Irene up the Eastern Seaboard. It could strike the service territory starting Saturday. Weather services are predicting that the region will be hit by flooding rain and damaging winds over a prolonged period into Sunday, which could cause
widespread and extended power outages.
Pepco continues to participate on Mid-Atlantic Mutual Assistance and Southeastern Electric Exchange conference calls with other utilities to request additional field crew assistance.
Pepco's line crews will work extended hours and the company has alerted additional staff to provide support services, including ramping up the Call Center to provide 24-hour coverage beginning on Friday, August 26.
The company also continues to be in contact with state and local emergency management agencies to ensure a coordinated community response. After severe storms, assessing damage and estimating when customers will be restored could take up to 24 hours after the heart of the storm has moved from the area. Crews are deployed to restore service only when weather conditions become safe.
Customers Urged to Prepare and Be Safe
Pepco urges its customers to prepare for potential power outages and act to ensure their safety. Here are some tips:
· Have adequate prescription medicines or infant supplies on hand.
· If you or someone you know uses life-support equipment that requires electricity to operate, identify a location with emergency power capabilities and make plans to go there or to a hospital during a prolonged outage.
· Assemble an emergency "storm kit." Include a battery-powered radio or television, flashlight, a first-aid kit, battery-powered or windup clock, extra batteries, special needs items, an insulated cooler and a list of important and emergency phone numbers.
· Keep at least a three-day supply of non-perishable foods and bottled water and have a hand-operated can opener available.
· Have a telephone with a cord or cell phone to use as a backup. Cordless telephones require electricity to operate, and won't work if there is an outage.
· Protect your electronic equipment. Unplug sensitive electronics or plug computers and other sensitive equipment into surge suppressors, and consider a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) for temporary battery backup power.
· Turn off power to flood-prone basement appliances if it is safe to do so. However, if you have an electrically operated sump pump, you should not turn off your power.
· Tune in to local news broadcasts for the latest weather and emergency information.
· Follow the advice of your local emergency management officials.
· Take cover if necessary.
· Stay away from downed wires.
Call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "2" to report a downed wire.
To report an outage, call 1-877-PEPCO-62 (1-877-737-2662) and press "1" for the automated system.
Additional information may be found at www.pepco.com.
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report - 8/19/11 - 8/25/11
T1 Beat:
Burglary Residential
200 blk. of Park Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 9:55 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by breaking a basement window and stole property.
Auto Theft
Intersection of Takoma Ave. and Baltimore Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 4:30 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a red 2000 Ford Excursion by unknown means while parked on the street.
500 blk. of New York Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 9:15 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1996 Dodge Caravan by unknown means while it was parked on the street.
T2 Beat:
Larceny from Auto
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Monday, August 23 at 11:58 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) removed two portable speakers from the back of a pick-up truck.
7500 blk. of Dundalk Rd., on Sunday, August 21 at 4:12 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered the vehicle through an unlocked door and stole clothing.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
400 blk. of Circle Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 8:34 p.m., officers responded to an attempted burglary that occurred earlier. An unknown male suspect attempted to force open a rear storm door before fleeing after being confronted by a neighbor.
Burglary Commercial
1000 blk. of Larch Ave., on Sunday, August 21 at 2:49 a.m., officers responded to a report of suspicious subjects. The three suspects fled upon officer arrival. After a brief chase all three were taken into custody and later admitted to burglarizing the Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School. Three males 18, 18, and 19 were arrested for burglary.
Arrests:
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Monday, August 22 at 6:27 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for having an open warrant for failing to appear in court.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 11:01 a.m., a male 62 was arrested for having an open alcoholic beverage in public.
7600 blk. of Carroll Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 12:15 a.m., a male 28 was arrested for driving without a license.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Sunday, August 21 at 5:53 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Sunday, August 21 at 6:45 p.m., a male 32 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
600 blk. of Houston Ave., on Sunday, August 21 at 2:18 p.m., two males 23 and 21 were arrested for assault and possession of marijuana.
Intersection of New Hampshire Ave. and East West Hwy., on Friday, August 19 at 10:36 p.m., a male 35 was arrested for having an open warrant for failure to appear in court.
Burglary Residential
200 blk. of Park Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 9:55 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by breaking a basement window and stole property.
Auto Theft
Intersection of Takoma Ave. and Baltimore Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 4:30 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a red 2000 Ford Excursion by unknown means while parked on the street.
500 blk. of New York Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 9:15 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1996 Dodge Caravan by unknown means while it was parked on the street.
T2 Beat:
Larceny from Auto
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Monday, August 23 at 11:58 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) removed two portable speakers from the back of a pick-up truck.
7500 blk. of Dundalk Rd., on Sunday, August 21 at 4:12 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered the vehicle through an unlocked door and stole clothing.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
400 blk. of Circle Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 8:34 p.m., officers responded to an attempted burglary that occurred earlier. An unknown male suspect attempted to force open a rear storm door before fleeing after being confronted by a neighbor.
Burglary Commercial
1000 blk. of Larch Ave., on Sunday, August 21 at 2:49 a.m., officers responded to a report of suspicious subjects. The three suspects fled upon officer arrival. After a brief chase all three were taken into custody and later admitted to burglarizing the Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School. Three males 18, 18, and 19 were arrested for burglary.
Arrests:
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Monday, August 22 at 6:27 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for having an open warrant for failing to appear in court.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 19 at 11:01 a.m., a male 62 was arrested for having an open alcoholic beverage in public.
7600 blk. of Carroll Ave., on Tuesday, August 23 at 12:15 a.m., a male 28 was arrested for driving without a license.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Sunday, August 21 at 5:53 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Sunday, August 21 at 6:45 p.m., a male 32 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
600 blk. of Houston Ave., on Sunday, August 21 at 2:18 p.m., two males 23 and 21 were arrested for assault and possession of marijuana.
Intersection of New Hampshire Ave. and East West Hwy., on Friday, August 19 at 10:36 p.m., a male 35 was arrested for having an open warrant for failure to appear in court.
Citizen's Police Academy - Community Advisory
Only one week left to register! If you are interested in attending the upcoming citizens' academy, please contact Officer Carla Magnaye through email at carlam@takomagov.org.
The academy will commence on October 6, 2011 from 7-9:30 pm, each Thursday night, for ten (10) consecutive weeks. Sessions will be held at the Takoma Park Community Center (Azalea Room) and participants are strongly encouraged to sign up for the optional “Ride-Along” with an officer and “Sit-In” with a dispatcher, which can both be scheduled based on the participant’s availability. There is no cost to participate.
The course is designed to educate citizens on the required duties and obligations of a police officer, and it will provide a glimpse into all aspects of the City’s police department that make it run smoothly on a daily basis. The primary goals of the Citizens’ Police Academy are to give citizens the opportunity to meet and interact with the City’s police officers and the police department’s civilian staff and to engage citizens in practical activities and scenarios that police officers frequently experience so that they have a better understanding of the job.
The academy will commence on October 6, 2011 from 7-9:30 pm, each Thursday night, for ten (10) consecutive weeks. Sessions will be held at the Takoma Park Community Center (Azalea Room) and participants are strongly encouraged to sign up for the optional “Ride-Along” with an officer and “Sit-In” with a dispatcher, which can both be scheduled based on the participant’s availability. There is no cost to participate.
The course is designed to educate citizens on the required duties and obligations of a police officer, and it will provide a glimpse into all aspects of the City’s police department that make it run smoothly on a daily basis. The primary goals of the Citizens’ Police Academy are to give citizens the opportunity to meet and interact with the City’s police officers and the police department’s civilian staff and to engage citizens in practical activities and scenarios that police officers frequently experience so that they have a better understanding of the job.
Hurricane Irene - Safety and Preparedness Tips - Community Advisory
Hurricane Irene is on course to approach the east coast of the United States. People should review their individual readiness items now.
Each family should have a plan about what they would do in the event of power outages, flooding, severe wind damage, phone systems out etc.
Have working flashlight(s) and spare batteries.
Have battery operated radios/televisions and spare batteries.
Listen to the radio or television for hurricane progress reports.
Have food (canned or dried, mechanical can opener, etc.)enough for several days.
Have a supply of drinking water - also consider drawing a tub full of water just before the storm's arrival, maybe Saturday evening.
Have an adequate supply of medications needed to carry you multiple days (well into next week).
Have an updated first aid kit.
Have comfortable suitable clothing in a bag ready to go if you have to leave.
Have adequate supplies of pet food.
Check on elderly and other vulnerable family members or neighbors to help them prepare or help out in the event of a problem.
Watch the weather or check on it on-line at least daily at this point - things can and likely will change between now and the anticipated storm arrival Saturday night/Sunday morning. Pay particular attention if you are traveling.
Consider trimming trees now if they need it, clear gutters and downspouts.
Remove outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools; or anchor objects that cannot be brought inside but that could be wind-tossed
Refrain from putting out trash cans the night before the regular pickup
Avoid using candles for lighting; never use a candle when fueling equipment such as a kerosene heater or lantern, since the candle flame can ignite fumes from the fuel
Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting in anticipation of a power outage. Open the door only when necessary and close quickly.
Flooding:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood WATCH for Montgomery County from noon today to this evening (August 25, 2011)
In anticipation of possible flooding, residents are encouraged to store valuables and personal papers in a waterproof container; and avoid areas subject to flooding, including low spots, canals and streams. Do not attempt to drive over a flooded road – you can be stranded and trapped. The depth of the water and the condition of the road is not always obvious.
Night Time Safety
Be especially cautious at night when it’s harder to recognize flood dangers, downed wires and other hazards.
High Winds
For downed trees on public property, residents should call the police non-emergency number at 301-270-1100. To report trees that have fallen on utility lines, contact the local utility companies. “Hot” wires or “sparking” wires, especially those across roadways, may be reported by called 9-1-1.
Trees that have fallen on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. The County’s Office of Consumer Protection advises homeowners to deal with established businesses only, and to call Consumer Protection first to check on a business complaint record. Consumer Protection can be reached at 240.777.3636.
Potential Power Outages
It is always best to use flashlights during power outages instead of candles. If you have no choice but to use candles, make sure they are placed on a stable piece of furniture in sturdy holders that will not tip over. Candles should fit in the holders securely and holders should be made of material that will not burn.
Keep candles away from items that can catch fire such as: clothing, books, papers, curtains, combustible decorations or anything else that can burn.
Do not place candles where they can be knocked over by children or pets.
Always extinguish all candles when leaving the room or before going to sleep.
Never use candles if medical oxygen therapy is used in the home.
If you are depending on portable generators for electricity during power outages, use extreme caution when refueling. Fuel splashed on a hot muffler could ignite, causing severe burns and serious injuries.
Never attempt to refuel a generator while it is running. Always allow the unit to cool before attempting to refuel.
Operate generators outside of the home and outside of garages. Carbon monoxide gas produced by generators is poisonous and can quickly cause severe injury or death.
Ensure placement of the generator does not allow carbon monoxide to enter the home through windows, doors or other openings.
If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of lightening. Stay off corded phones, computers and other electronic equipment that put you in direct contact with electricity and plumbing.
**Make sure your home is equipped with working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. These early notification devices are some of the most effective fire safety tools in preventing injury or death from fire and carbon monoxide poisoning.**
Tornados
Hurricanes with high winds can sometimes spawn tornados without warning. The safest place to be during a tornado is in a basement. Fit under a work bench or other piece of sturdy furniture. If no basement is available, seek shelter on the lowest floor in a hallway or closet. Use blankets or pillows to cover your body/head and always stay away from windows.
Evacuate mobile homes and vehicles immediately. Do not use highway overpasses as shelters. If no shelter is available, lie flat in the nearest ditch or other low spot and cover your head with your hands.
Do not wait to hear or see a tornado before you take action. Tornados that form at night and those that are rain-wrapped may not be visible.
Tips for pet owners
Any outdoor pet facility/home/shelter should either be brought indoors or securely anchored in place to prevent it from being tossed by high winds.
Make sure you have an adequate supply of pet food and other supplies for the duration of the storm and its aftermath.
If applicable, make sure that you have an adequate supply of your pets’ medications on hand.
During a storm
Bring pets indoors during severe weather.
Because pets, except for service animals, are not allowed in County-operated emergency shelters, residents who must evacuate their homes during a storm should consider the following options for pet care:
Make arrangements with a friend or family member to care for your pet. Be sure to leave feeding instructions and a schedule of any necessary medications.
Plan to go to a local pet-friendly hotel.
Take the pet’s bedding and favorite toys or any other item that can calm the animal during a stressful situation.
Community members, workers and frequent visitors are encouraged to sign up for timely electronic alerts about local weather and other emergencies. Alerts can be sent to one or more electronic devices, including cell phones, texts, pagers, wireless PDA’s, along with home and work e-mails. Alerts are also disseminated by the Police Department’s Alert System, through the Public Information Officer (PIO), on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to sign up for the PIO Alerts, please send an e-mail to Cathy Plevy at cathyp@takomagov.org.
If you would like to “become a fan” of the City of Takoma Park Police Department Facebook page, you must have a Facebook account. You can then search “City of Takoma Park Police Department” and add the page to your account and receive police communications directly to your Facebook page. This is also true of Twitter.
Stay safe!
Each family should have a plan about what they would do in the event of power outages, flooding, severe wind damage, phone systems out etc.
Have working flashlight(s) and spare batteries.
Have battery operated radios/televisions and spare batteries.
Listen to the radio or television for hurricane progress reports.
Have food (canned or dried, mechanical can opener, etc.)enough for several days.
Have a supply of drinking water - also consider drawing a tub full of water just before the storm's arrival, maybe Saturday evening.
Have an adequate supply of medications needed to carry you multiple days (well into next week).
Have an updated first aid kit.
Have comfortable suitable clothing in a bag ready to go if you have to leave.
Have adequate supplies of pet food.
Check on elderly and other vulnerable family members or neighbors to help them prepare or help out in the event of a problem.
Watch the weather or check on it on-line at least daily at this point - things can and likely will change between now and the anticipated storm arrival Saturday night/Sunday morning. Pay particular attention if you are traveling.
Consider trimming trees now if they need it, clear gutters and downspouts.
Remove outdoor objects such as lawn furniture, toys and garden tools; or anchor objects that cannot be brought inside but that could be wind-tossed
Refrain from putting out trash cans the night before the regular pickup
Avoid using candles for lighting; never use a candle when fueling equipment such as a kerosene heater or lantern, since the candle flame can ignite fumes from the fuel
Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting in anticipation of a power outage. Open the door only when necessary and close quickly.
Flooding:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood WATCH for Montgomery County from noon today to this evening (August 25, 2011)
In anticipation of possible flooding, residents are encouraged to store valuables and personal papers in a waterproof container; and avoid areas subject to flooding, including low spots, canals and streams. Do not attempt to drive over a flooded road – you can be stranded and trapped. The depth of the water and the condition of the road is not always obvious.
Night Time Safety
Be especially cautious at night when it’s harder to recognize flood dangers, downed wires and other hazards.
High Winds
For downed trees on public property, residents should call the police non-emergency number at 301-270-1100. To report trees that have fallen on utility lines, contact the local utility companies. “Hot” wires or “sparking” wires, especially those across roadways, may be reported by called 9-1-1.
Trees that have fallen on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. The County’s Office of Consumer Protection advises homeowners to deal with established businesses only, and to call Consumer Protection first to check on a business complaint record. Consumer Protection can be reached at 240.777.3636.
Potential Power Outages
It is always best to use flashlights during power outages instead of candles. If you have no choice but to use candles, make sure they are placed on a stable piece of furniture in sturdy holders that will not tip over. Candles should fit in the holders securely and holders should be made of material that will not burn.
Keep candles away from items that can catch fire such as: clothing, books, papers, curtains, combustible decorations or anything else that can burn.
Do not place candles where they can be knocked over by children or pets.
Always extinguish all candles when leaving the room or before going to sleep.
Never use candles if medical oxygen therapy is used in the home.
If you are depending on portable generators for electricity during power outages, use extreme caution when refueling. Fuel splashed on a hot muffler could ignite, causing severe burns and serious injuries.
Never attempt to refuel a generator while it is running. Always allow the unit to cool before attempting to refuel.
Operate generators outside of the home and outside of garages. Carbon monoxide gas produced by generators is poisonous and can quickly cause severe injury or death.
Ensure placement of the generator does not allow carbon monoxide to enter the home through windows, doors or other openings.
If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of lightening. Stay off corded phones, computers and other electronic equipment that put you in direct contact with electricity and plumbing.
**Make sure your home is equipped with working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. These early notification devices are some of the most effective fire safety tools in preventing injury or death from fire and carbon monoxide poisoning.**
Tornados
Hurricanes with high winds can sometimes spawn tornados without warning. The safest place to be during a tornado is in a basement. Fit under a work bench or other piece of sturdy furniture. If no basement is available, seek shelter on the lowest floor in a hallway or closet. Use blankets or pillows to cover your body/head and always stay away from windows.
Evacuate mobile homes and vehicles immediately. Do not use highway overpasses as shelters. If no shelter is available, lie flat in the nearest ditch or other low spot and cover your head with your hands.
Do not wait to hear or see a tornado before you take action. Tornados that form at night and those that are rain-wrapped may not be visible.
Tips for pet owners
Any outdoor pet facility/home/shelter should either be brought indoors or securely anchored in place to prevent it from being tossed by high winds.
Make sure you have an adequate supply of pet food and other supplies for the duration of the storm and its aftermath.
If applicable, make sure that you have an adequate supply of your pets’ medications on hand.
During a storm
Bring pets indoors during severe weather.
Because pets, except for service animals, are not allowed in County-operated emergency shelters, residents who must evacuate their homes during a storm should consider the following options for pet care:
Make arrangements with a friend or family member to care for your pet. Be sure to leave feeding instructions and a schedule of any necessary medications.
Plan to go to a local pet-friendly hotel.
Take the pet’s bedding and favorite toys or any other item that can calm the animal during a stressful situation.
Community members, workers and frequent visitors are encouraged to sign up for timely electronic alerts about local weather and other emergencies. Alerts can be sent to one or more electronic devices, including cell phones, texts, pagers, wireless PDA’s, along with home and work e-mails. Alerts are also disseminated by the Police Department’s Alert System, through the Public Information Officer (PIO), on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to sign up for the PIO Alerts, please send an e-mail to Cathy Plevy at cathyp@takomagov.org.
If you would like to “become a fan” of the City of Takoma Park Police Department Facebook page, you must have a Facebook account. You can then search “City of Takoma Park Police Department” and add the page to your account and receive police communications directly to your Facebook page. This is also true of Twitter.
Stay safe!
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Stolen Auto - Community Advisory
On August 23, 2011, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 500 block of New York Avenue for reports of a stolen auto. The vehicle was last seen in front of the victim’s residence at approximately 7:00 p.m. on August 22, 2011. The outstanding stolen vehicle is a 1996 green Dodge Caravan, Maryland tag #AEF31G.
The outstanding vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) stolen vehicle database. Investigation continues under case #11041660. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
The outstanding vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) stolen vehicle database. Investigation continues under case #11041660. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
All Metro Lines are Running at 15 MPH - Community Advisory
Takoma Park Police have been informed that all lines of Metro are running, however, they are running at 15 mph.
Ride-on and Buses are also still operating on schedule, however, due to the high volume of traffic due to the earthquake and many leaving their offices early, they may be running behind.
Ride-on and Buses are also still operating on schedule, however, due to the high volume of traffic due to the earthquake and many leaving their offices early, they may be running behind.
Earthquake in the Washington Metropolitan Area - Community Advisory
The United States Geological Survey reported an earthquake registering 5.9 on the Richter Scale in the Metropolitan Area at approximately 1:53 p.m. today.
Takoma Park Police have been patrolling the City and do not see any obvious signs of damage. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Takoma Park Police at 301.270.1100.
The following is from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA):
What to do During an Earthquake
Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and if you are indoors, stay there until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe.
If indoors:
- Drop to the ground; take cover by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and hold on until the shaking stops. If there isn't a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.
- Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, such as lighting fixtures or furniture.
- Stay in bed if you are there when the earthquake strikes. Hold on and protect your head with a pillow, unless you are under a heavy light fixture that could fall. In that case, move to the nearest safe place.
- Use a doorway for shelter only if it is in close proximity to you and if you know it is a strongly supported, load-bearing doorway.
- Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside. Research has shown that most injuries occur when people inside buildings attempt to move to a different location inside the building or try to leave.
- Be aware that electricity may go out or the sprinkler systems or fire alarms may turn on.
- DO NOT use the elevators.
If outdoors:
- Stay there.
- Move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires.
- Once in the open, stay there until the shaking stops. The greatest danger exists directly outside buildings, at exits and alongside exterior walls. Many of the 120 fatalities from the 1993 Long Beach earthquake occurred when people ran outside of buildings only to be killed by falling debris from collapsing walls. Ground movement during an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of death or injury. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects.
If in a moving vehicle:
- Stop as quickly as safety permits and stay in the vehicle. Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires.
- Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid roads, bridges, or ramps that might have been damaged by the earthquake.
If trapped under debris:
- Do not light a match.
- Do not move about or kick up dust.
- Cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.
- Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can locate you. Use a whistle if one is available. Shout only as a last resort. Shouting can cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust.
If you smell gas or suspect a gas leak:
- Leave the area immediately and go to a location where you no longer smell gas, and report the leak by calling 911 (If Fire Rescue is not already on the scene).
In any event: Do Not:
- Light matches or smoke. Avoid use of all open flames.
- Try to locate the source of the gas leak.
- Use any electrical device, including cellular phone, I-pods etc.
- Turn light switches On and Off.
- Re-enter the building or return to the area until it has been declared safe to do so by Fire Rescue Personnel
Takoma Park Police have been patrolling the City and do not see any obvious signs of damage. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Takoma Park Police at 301.270.1100.
The following is from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA):
What to do During an Earthquake
Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and if you are indoors, stay there until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe.
If indoors:
- Drop to the ground; take cover by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and hold on until the shaking stops. If there isn't a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.
- Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, such as lighting fixtures or furniture.
- Stay in bed if you are there when the earthquake strikes. Hold on and protect your head with a pillow, unless you are under a heavy light fixture that could fall. In that case, move to the nearest safe place.
- Use a doorway for shelter only if it is in close proximity to you and if you know it is a strongly supported, load-bearing doorway.
- Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside. Research has shown that most injuries occur when people inside buildings attempt to move to a different location inside the building or try to leave.
- Be aware that electricity may go out or the sprinkler systems or fire alarms may turn on.
- DO NOT use the elevators.
If outdoors:
- Stay there.
- Move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires.
- Once in the open, stay there until the shaking stops. The greatest danger exists directly outside buildings, at exits and alongside exterior walls. Many of the 120 fatalities from the 1993 Long Beach earthquake occurred when people ran outside of buildings only to be killed by falling debris from collapsing walls. Ground movement during an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of death or injury. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects.
If in a moving vehicle:
- Stop as quickly as safety permits and stay in the vehicle. Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires.
- Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid roads, bridges, or ramps that might have been damaged by the earthquake.
If trapped under debris:
- Do not light a match.
- Do not move about or kick up dust.
- Cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.
- Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can locate you. Use a whistle if one is available. Shout only as a last resort. Shouting can cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust.
If you smell gas or suspect a gas leak:
- Leave the area immediately and go to a location where you no longer smell gas, and report the leak by calling 911 (If Fire Rescue is not already on the scene).
In any event: Do Not:
- Light matches or smoke. Avoid use of all open flames.
- Try to locate the source of the gas leak.
- Use any electrical device, including cellular phone, I-pods etc.
- Turn light switches On and Off.
- Re-enter the building or return to the area until it has been declared safe to do so by Fire Rescue Personnel
Monday, August 22, 2011
Back to School August 29th - Community Advisory
With the beginning of school in Takoma Park/Montgomery County on Monday, August 29th, here are some important tips to keep you safer:
1. Children: Always let your parents know where you are.
2. Always try to play or walk with friends.
3. Say NO if a stranger offers you gifts or asks you to help find something, like a lost dog.
4. If anyone, even someone you know, tries to do something that makes you feel “funny” or unsafe, say NO. And always tell someone you trust about it, like your parents or a teacher.
5. Never get into a car with a stranger or with someone you don’t trust.
6. Never go anywhere with a stranger or with someone you don’t trust.
7. Never believe a stranger until you have checked what he or she has said with someone you trust.
8. Never open the door to a stranger when you are home alone or to someone you don’t trust.
9. Never give any information to a stranger over the Internet or telephone.
10 Parents - please drive carefully around school buses and children.
Hopefully these are a few tips to help you stay safe.
Takoma Park Police wish you a very happy and safe return to school!
1. Children: Always let your parents know where you are.
2. Always try to play or walk with friends.
3. Say NO if a stranger offers you gifts or asks you to help find something, like a lost dog.
4. If anyone, even someone you know, tries to do something that makes you feel “funny” or unsafe, say NO. And always tell someone you trust about it, like your parents or a teacher.
5. Never get into a car with a stranger or with someone you don’t trust.
6. Never go anywhere with a stranger or with someone you don’t trust.
7. Never believe a stranger until you have checked what he or she has said with someone you trust.
8. Never open the door to a stranger when you are home alone or to someone you don’t trust.
9. Never give any information to a stranger over the Internet or telephone.
10 Parents - please drive carefully around school buses and children.
Hopefully these are a few tips to help you stay safe.
Takoma Park Police wish you a very happy and safe return to school!
Residential Burglaries - Community Advisory
On August 19, 2011, at approximately 8:35 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 200 block of Circle Avenue for reports of an attempt residential burglary. A subject was witnessed on a neighbor’s property attempting to gain entry through a rear storm door. When the subject noticed he was seen, he left the premises in an older model, dark sedan vehicle heading towards Prince George’s Avenue. The subject is described as a black male, approximately 5’7, “portly,” medium complexion, weighing approximately 175 lbs, with close-cropped hair. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and dark pants. Property was not taken. Investigation continues under case #11041056.
Upon further investigation, another residential burglary has been linked to this attempt residential burglary. At approximately 9:59 p.m., on August 20, 2011,Takoma Park Police responded to the 200 block of Park Avenue for reports of a residential burglary. Unknown subject(s) gained entry to the residence sometime between 4:30 p.m. and 9:50 p.m. Entry was made through a rear basement window where the screen was pulled away. Property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11041070.
Anyone with information about these crimes 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
Upon further investigation, another residential burglary has been linked to this attempt residential burglary. At approximately 9:59 p.m., on August 20, 2011,Takoma Park Police responded to the 200 block of Park Avenue for reports of a residential burglary. Unknown subject(s) gained entry to the residence sometime between 4:30 p.m. and 9:50 p.m. Entry was made through a rear basement window where the screen was pulled away. Property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11041070.
Anyone with information about these crimes 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
Arrests Made for Commercial Burglary - News Release
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
August 22, 2011 (12:05 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrests of Brian Joshua Olvera Moran, 19, of Takoma Park, Maryland; Jorge Luis Portillo, 19, of Washington, D.C.; and David Richard Lopez, 18, of Bowie, Maryland for 2nd degree burglary, destruction of property, theft less than $100, and school trespassing.
On August 21, 2011, at approximately 2:49 a.m., Takoma Park Police were dispatched for a report of suspicious subjects on bicycles in the area of 13th Avenue at Elson Place. Upon arrival, officers observed a set of abandoned bicycles in the roadway and discovered movement in Hillwood Manor Park. Officer attempted to make contact with the subjects, who fled on foot deeper into the park and jumped into Sligo Creek. Officers set up a perimeter and search efforts along the banks, bike and foot paths of Sligo Creek.
A perimeter was set up in the area of the 7100 block of 13th Avenue , 900 block of Route 410, extending to the dead end of Myrtle Avenue. Near the foot bridge, officers noticed wet foot prints leading from the tree line on to the trail. The trail was followed south towards the Pepco Power lines and Pepco Right of Way heading towards Route 410. The trail split and led officers into the 1400 block of Drexel Street, Hyattsville, Maryland. Officers continued on foot on to 15th Avenue, north into the 1200 block of 15th Avenue turning left on to Elson Street, Takoma Park, Maryland. Once on Elson, officers noticed a subject running towards them without a shirt. The subject was detained and had visible cuts to his wrist and hands and his clothes were soaking wet. The subject was identified as Jorge Luis Portillo. Officers continued towards the park and made contact with a second subject, identified as Brian Joshua Olvera Moran, who was seated in the passenger side of a vehicle parked adjacent to the park. Closer inspection revealed a bloody t-shirt on the driver’s seat and large quantities of sodas and beverages piled on the back seat of the vehicle. Investigation revealed that the subjects had broken into and burglarized the Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School on Larch Avenue in Takoma Park, Maryland.
Officers responded to the school and inspected it for damage. Preliminary investigation revealed that the subjects used a large stone and shattered a window to the rear of the school. They also shattered the rear door window in an attempt to gain entry. By shattering the glass window, they were able to unlock the exterior door and gain entry. The subjects then used a stone to smash open two vending machines, removing its contents. Items of evidentiary value were left at the scene.
The two subjects were placed into custody and the vehicle was impounded pending a search warrant. One of the subjects was subsequently transported to the Washington Adventist Hospital for treatment of injuries he sustained while breaking into the school.
At approximately 6:20 a.m., officers re-traced the route taken previously which led to the initial apprehension. While in the 7200 block of 15th Avenue, an officer noticed a subject walking east on Elson Street on to 15th Avenue matching the description of one of the individuals who fled into Sligo Creek. The subject’s clothing was soaked. The subject was identified as David Richard Lopez, who had taken part in the commercial burglary. Lopez was also taken into custody.
All three defendants were charged accordingly and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. Through investigation, it was learned that there is a fourth subject for which investigation continues.
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
August 22, 2011 (12:05 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrests of Brian Joshua Olvera Moran, 19, of Takoma Park, Maryland; Jorge Luis Portillo, 19, of Washington, D.C.; and David Richard Lopez, 18, of Bowie, Maryland for 2nd degree burglary, destruction of property, theft less than $100, and school trespassing.
On August 21, 2011, at approximately 2:49 a.m., Takoma Park Police were dispatched for a report of suspicious subjects on bicycles in the area of 13th Avenue at Elson Place. Upon arrival, officers observed a set of abandoned bicycles in the roadway and discovered movement in Hillwood Manor Park. Officer attempted to make contact with the subjects, who fled on foot deeper into the park and jumped into Sligo Creek. Officers set up a perimeter and search efforts along the banks, bike and foot paths of Sligo Creek.
A perimeter was set up in the area of the 7100 block of 13th Avenue , 900 block of Route 410, extending to the dead end of Myrtle Avenue. Near the foot bridge, officers noticed wet foot prints leading from the tree line on to the trail. The trail was followed south towards the Pepco Power lines and Pepco Right of Way heading towards Route 410. The trail split and led officers into the 1400 block of Drexel Street, Hyattsville, Maryland. Officers continued on foot on to 15th Avenue, north into the 1200 block of 15th Avenue turning left on to Elson Street, Takoma Park, Maryland. Once on Elson, officers noticed a subject running towards them without a shirt. The subject was detained and had visible cuts to his wrist and hands and his clothes were soaking wet. The subject was identified as Jorge Luis Portillo. Officers continued towards the park and made contact with a second subject, identified as Brian Joshua Olvera Moran, who was seated in the passenger side of a vehicle parked adjacent to the park. Closer inspection revealed a bloody t-shirt on the driver’s seat and large quantities of sodas and beverages piled on the back seat of the vehicle. Investigation revealed that the subjects had broken into and burglarized the Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School on Larch Avenue in Takoma Park, Maryland.
Officers responded to the school and inspected it for damage. Preliminary investigation revealed that the subjects used a large stone and shattered a window to the rear of the school. They also shattered the rear door window in an attempt to gain entry. By shattering the glass window, they were able to unlock the exterior door and gain entry. The subjects then used a stone to smash open two vending machines, removing its contents. Items of evidentiary value were left at the scene.
The two subjects were placed into custody and the vehicle was impounded pending a search warrant. One of the subjects was subsequently transported to the Washington Adventist Hospital for treatment of injuries he sustained while breaking into the school.
At approximately 6:20 a.m., officers re-traced the route taken previously which led to the initial apprehension. While in the 7200 block of 15th Avenue, an officer noticed a subject walking east on Elson Street on to 15th Avenue matching the description of one of the individuals who fled into Sligo Creek. The subject’s clothing was soaked. The subject was identified as David Richard Lopez, who had taken part in the commercial burglary. Lopez was also taken into custody.
All three defendants were charged accordingly and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. Through investigation, it was learned that there is a fourth subject for which investigation continues.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Arrest Made for Bicycle Thefts- Community Advisory
A juvenile male 16, from Washington D.C., has been charged with 11 counts of Theft Less then $1000.00. The juvenile was taken into custody on July 26, 2011 and released to a guardian. Follow up investigation revealed that the juvenile is responsible for stealing 11 bicycles from multiple locations throughout the City of Takoma Park. Investigation continues under case #11029351.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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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.
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
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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.
Cancel Missing Juvenile- Community Advisory
Missing juvenile, Caroline Kristina Gibney 15, returned home and is in good health.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Road Closures; Water Main Break *Update*- Community Advisory
Carroll Avenue has been reopened in both directions. Flower Avenue east and west bound will remain closed, west bound at Maplewood Avenue and Division Road; Eastbound at Davis Avenue. This closure will remain in effect until further notice.
Road Closures; Water Main Break- Community Advisory
The intersection of Carroll Avenue and Flower Avenue has been closed do to a water main break. The department would ask that you avoid this area and find an alternative route until further notice.
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 8/12/11 - 8/18/11
Weekly Crime Report: 8/12/2011- 8/18/2011
T1 Beat:
Burglary Residential
200 blk of Ethan Allen Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 12:16 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) removed an air conditioning window unit and made entry. Unknown if property was taken.
7300 blk of Takoma Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 4:19 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) kicked open a front door to the residence and stole property.
Larceny from Auto
6500 blk of Highland Ave., on Tuesday, August 16 at 8:00 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole property from an unlocked vehicle.
T2 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7700 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 10:58 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into an apartment by unknown means and stole property.
Larceny
7900 blk of Flower Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 6:56 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to remove a window air conditioning unit, but were unsuccessful.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7000 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Wednesday, August 17 at 1:24 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into a residence by breaking a rear glass window. Property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
900 blk of Elm Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 10:09 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) used a hard object to break a vehicle window to gain entry. Property was taken.
7900 blk of Wildwood Dr., on Monday, August 15 at 9:04 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) used a hard object to break a vehicle window to gain entry. No property was taken.
Arrests:
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, August 16 at 8:54 p.m., a male 57 was arrested for possession of marijuana and driving under the influence.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, August 14 at 11:03 a.m., a male 20 was arrested for having an open warrant for driving without a license.
8200 blk of Houston Ave., on Saturday, August 13 at 2:30 p.m., a male 18 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
6500 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 8:29 p.m., a male 39 was arrested for multiple burglaries and possession of marijuana.
T1 Beat:
Burglary Residential
200 blk of Ethan Allen Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 12:16 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) removed an air conditioning window unit and made entry. Unknown if property was taken.
7300 blk of Takoma Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 4:19 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) kicked open a front door to the residence and stole property.
Larceny from Auto
6500 blk of Highland Ave., on Tuesday, August 16 at 8:00 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole property from an unlocked vehicle.
T2 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7700 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 10:58 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into an apartment by unknown means and stole property.
Larceny
7900 blk of Flower Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 6:56 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to remove a window air conditioning unit, but were unsuccessful.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7000 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Wednesday, August 17 at 1:24 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into a residence by breaking a rear glass window. Property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
900 blk of Elm Ave., on Monday, August 15 at 10:09 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) used a hard object to break a vehicle window to gain entry. Property was taken.
7900 blk of Wildwood Dr., on Monday, August 15 at 9:04 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) used a hard object to break a vehicle window to gain entry. No property was taken.
Arrests:
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, August 16 at 8:54 p.m., a male 57 was arrested for possession of marijuana and driving under the influence.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, August 14 at 11:03 a.m., a male 20 was arrested for having an open warrant for driving without a license.
8200 blk of Houston Ave., on Saturday, August 13 at 2:30 p.m., a male 18 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
6500 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 12 at 8:29 p.m., a male 39 was arrested for multiple burglaries and possession of marijuana.
Missing Person- Community Advisory
Detectives from the Takoma Park Police Department are investigating the disappearance of a missing Takoma Park juvenile. Caroline Kristina Gibney 15, was last seen on August 16, 2011 in the 300 block of Lincoln Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Caroline is a White Female, 5’7" tall, 120 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes and Fair Complexion. Unknown clothing and has scar on left cheek. Her whereabouts are unknown at this time.
(A picture is attached to this email)
Anyone who has information about Caroline's whereabouts is asked to contact Det. Gaskin of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #11040687.
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Takoma Junction Signal- Community Advisory
The Takoma Park Police Department has been advised that a survey of the Takoma Junction intersection approximately a month ago revealed that the pavement detectors located at Sycamore Avenue and Ethan Allen Avenue (Rt. 410) were inoperable. A decision was made to disable the detectors and set the traffic signals on a timer. The department has fielded numerous complaints regarding the elapsed time from green to red for several weeks. Surveyors have recommended 10 seconds of elapsed time after conducting an observation of the intersection and due to complaints that rush hour traffic flow on Ethan Allen Avenue (Rt. 410) and Carroll Avenue (Rt. 195) was backing up. We ask for patience with the current settings until September when the following repairs will be made:
1) Installation of video detectors at Sycamore Avenue and Ethan Allen Avenue.
2) Replacement of current pedestrian signals with the addition of count down timers.
We expect work on these repairs to begin in early September and again want to thank citizens for there patience.
1) Installation of video detectors at Sycamore Avenue and Ethan Allen Avenue.
2) Replacement of current pedestrian signals with the addition of count down timers.
We expect work on these repairs to begin in early September and again want to thank citizens for there patience.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Arrest Made for 1st Degree Burglary; Other Offenses – News Release
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
August 13, 2011 (12:46 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Fernando Johnson, 39, of Bladensburg, Maryland, for 1st degree burglary, theft over $1,000, malicious destruction of property, possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) with the intent to distribute, driving on a suspended driver’s license and other traffic-related offenses.
On August 12, 2011, Takoma Park Police arrested Johnson in connection with a string of residential burglaries that occurred in Takoma Park; two on Elm Avenue on August 9, 2011, and a third that occurred on August 12, 2011 on Takoma Avenue. Johnson was developed as a suspect during the burglary investigation which led to his arrest on August 12th in the 6500 block of New Hampshire Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland, without incident. At the time of his arrest, Johnson was in possession of items of evidentiary value.
Johnson was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit pending an appearance before a District Court Commissioner. The investigation is still on-going and additional charges may be filed.
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
August 13, 2011 (12:46 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Fernando Johnson, 39, of Bladensburg, Maryland, for 1st degree burglary, theft over $1,000, malicious destruction of property, possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) with the intent to distribute, driving on a suspended driver’s license and other traffic-related offenses.
On August 12, 2011, Takoma Park Police arrested Johnson in connection with a string of residential burglaries that occurred in Takoma Park; two on Elm Avenue on August 9, 2011, and a third that occurred on August 12, 2011 on Takoma Avenue. Johnson was developed as a suspect during the burglary investigation which led to his arrest on August 12th in the 6500 block of New Hampshire Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland, without incident. At the time of his arrest, Johnson was in possession of items of evidentiary value.
Johnson was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit pending an appearance before a District Court Commissioner. The investigation is still on-going and additional charges may be filed.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Residential Burglary - Community Advisory
On August 11, 2011, at approximately 7:43 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7200 block of Trescott Avenue for a report of a residential burglary that had occurred between 4:45 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. Unknown subject(s) made entry by removing an air conditioning unit from the master bedroom window. It is unknown at this time if property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11039632.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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* Text to 847411
* 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 8/5/11 - 8/11/11
T1 Beat:
Burglary Residential
1000 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 8:37 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred between 11:50 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered a residence by kicking in a rear kitchen door. Property was taken.
400 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 3:35 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred between 10:50 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered a residence by breaking a rear basement door lock. Property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 8:54 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle, but did not steal any property.
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 8:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 9:30 p.m. and 6:48 a.m. overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property that was later recovered abandoned in another location.
7100 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 6:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) made entry through an unlocked vehicle door and stole property.
Auto Theft
7300 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 1:01 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to remove a motorcycle after opening a garage door, but were unsuccessful.
7000 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 8:07 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred between 9:45 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) stole a silver 2004 Honda Odyssey by unknown means while parked in the driveway
T2 Beat:
Larceny from Auto
200 blk. of Manor Cir., on Tuesday, August 9 at 8:54 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into the vehicle through an unlocked door and stole property.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7000 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, August 6 at 1:08 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) broke a rear basement window. No property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, August 8 at 1:36 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that just occurred. While the victim was in a store, suspects entered her unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Intersection of Kirklynn Ave. and Hammond Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 1:52 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) removed the female victims wallet as the victim was asleep inside the vehicle by opening an unlocked door.
Auto Theft
500 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 3:55 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) entered a green 2001 BMW 330i and a 2000 blue Subaru Legacy, both unlocked with keys inside, and stole the vehicles while parked in a driveway.
Arrests:
6600 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 10:55 p.m., a male 17 was arrested for trespassing.
Intersection of Sligo Creek Pkwy. and Heather Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 12:50 a.m., a male 39 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, August 6 at 1:01 a.m., a male 21 was arrested for driving without a license.
8600 blk. of Flower Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 4:16 p.m., a female 33 was cited for having an open container in public.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 1:41 p.m., a male 32 was arrested for driving without a license.
7600 blk. of Carroll Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 6:20 a.m., a female 31 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Wednesday, August 10 at 5:40 p.m., a male 18 was arrested for having an open warrant for burglary and theft.
7400 blk. of Carroll Dr., on Tuesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
8000 blk. of Wildwood Ave., on Monday, August 8 at 10:05 a.m., a male 21 was arrested driving without a license, theft, and related charges.
Burglary Residential
1000 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 8:37 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred between 11:50 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered a residence by kicking in a rear kitchen door. Property was taken.
400 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 3:35 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred between 10:50 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered a residence by breaking a rear basement door lock. Property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 8:54 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle, but did not steal any property.
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 8:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 9:30 p.m. and 6:48 a.m. overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property that was later recovered abandoned in another location.
7100 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Wednesday, August 10 at 6:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) made entry through an unlocked vehicle door and stole property.
Auto Theft
7300 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 1:01 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred between 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to remove a motorcycle after opening a garage door, but were unsuccessful.
7000 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 8:07 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred between 9:45 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) stole a silver 2004 Honda Odyssey by unknown means while parked in the driveway
T2 Beat:
Larceny from Auto
200 blk. of Manor Cir., on Tuesday, August 9 at 8:54 a.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) made entry into the vehicle through an unlocked door and stole property.
T3 Beat:
Burglary Residential
7000 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, August 6 at 1:08 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) broke a rear basement window. No property was taken.
Larceny from Auto
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, August 8 at 1:36 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that just occurred. While the victim was in a store, suspects entered her unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Intersection of Kirklynn Ave. and Hammond Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 1:52 p.m., officers responded to a theft from auto that occurred between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) removed the female victims wallet as the victim was asleep inside the vehicle by opening an unlocked door.
Auto Theft
500 blk. of Elm Ave., on Tuesday, August 9 at 3:55 a.m., officers responded to an auto theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) entered a green 2001 BMW 330i and a 2000 blue Subaru Legacy, both unlocked with keys inside, and stole the vehicles while parked in a driveway.
Arrests:
6600 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 10:55 p.m., a male 17 was arrested for trespassing.
Intersection of Sligo Creek Pkwy. and Heather Ave., on Sunday, August 7 at 12:50 a.m., a male 39 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, August 6 at 1:01 a.m., a male 21 was arrested for driving without a license.
8600 blk. of Flower Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 4:16 p.m., a female 33 was cited for having an open container in public.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 1:41 p.m., a male 32 was arrested for driving without a license.
7600 blk. of Carroll Ave., on Friday, August 5 at 6:20 a.m., a female 31 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of Merrimac Dr., on Wednesday, August 10 at 5:40 p.m., a male 18 was arrested for having an open warrant for burglary and theft.
7400 blk. of Carroll Dr., on Tuesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
8000 blk. of Wildwood Ave., on Monday, August 8 at 10:05 a.m., a male 21 was arrested driving without a license, theft, and related charges.
Residential Burglaries - Community Advisory
On August 9, 2011, at approximately 3:35 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 400 block of Elm Avenue for reports of a residential burglary that had occurred between 10:45 a.m. and 8:11 p.m. Unknown subject(s) made entry through the rear basement door by breaking the lock. Property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11039196.
In addition, at approximately 8:35 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1000 block of Elm Avenue for another report of a residential burglary that had occurred between 11:50 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Again, unknown subject(s) made entry by kicking in the back door. Property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11039252.
A neighborhood canvass was conducted for both burglaries with negative results.
Anyone with information about these crimes 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
In addition, at approximately 8:35 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1000 block of Elm Avenue for another report of a residential burglary that had occurred between 11:50 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Again, unknown subject(s) made entry by kicking in the back door. Property was taken. Investigation continues under case #11039252.
A neighborhood canvass was conducted for both burglaries with negative results.
Anyone with information about these crimes 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." 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.
Arrest Made for Open Warrant for First Degree Burglary; Other Offenses - News Release
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
August 11, 2011 (12:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Dionte Antuan Haley, 18, of Silver Spring, Maryland, for an open warrant out of Montgomery County that was issued for his arrest for first degree burglary, felony theft and fourth degree burglary.
On July 6, 2011, Takoma Park Police investigated suspicious subjects inside a business in the 1100 block of University Blvd. yelling inside the store causing a disturbance. During a consent to search the bags they were in possession of, the officer found an HP laptop, two camcorders, a Wii game system, cell phone, digital camera and rubber gloves. Upon looking at the equipment, it appeared that they did not belong to the subjects. The property was impounded for safe-keeping.
On July 7, 2011, Takoma Park Police transported the laptop to a computer store located on Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. The laptop was able to be charged up which revealed that it belonged to a burglary victim out of Montgomery County. The property was turned over to Montgomery County Police. Arrest warrants were issued for the subjects who had been in possession of the equipment.
On August 10, 2011, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Takoma Park Police were on patrol in the 900 block of Merrimac Drive, Takoma Park, Maryland, when they encountered three subjects loitering in front of the businesses. Dionte Antuan Haley was one of the subjects at the location. Haley was arrested for the open warrant and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit without incident.
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
August 11, 2011 (12:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Dionte Antuan Haley, 18, of Silver Spring, Maryland, for an open warrant out of Montgomery County that was issued for his arrest for first degree burglary, felony theft and fourth degree burglary.
On July 6, 2011, Takoma Park Police investigated suspicious subjects inside a business in the 1100 block of University Blvd. yelling inside the store causing a disturbance. During a consent to search the bags they were in possession of, the officer found an HP laptop, two camcorders, a Wii game system, cell phone, digital camera and rubber gloves. Upon looking at the equipment, it appeared that they did not belong to the subjects. The property was impounded for safe-keeping.
On July 7, 2011, Takoma Park Police transported the laptop to a computer store located on Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. The laptop was able to be charged up which revealed that it belonged to a burglary victim out of Montgomery County. The property was turned over to Montgomery County Police. Arrest warrants were issued for the subjects who had been in possession of the equipment.
On August 10, 2011, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Takoma Park Police were on patrol in the 900 block of Merrimac Drive, Takoma Park, Maryland, when they encountered three subjects loitering in front of the businesses. Dionte Antuan Haley was one of the subjects at the location. Haley was arrested for the open warrant and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit without incident.
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