Update: 140 Intersections Without Working Stoplights; A Partial Listing of Primary Intersections

Update from Alert Montgomery.

As of 5:00AM, there are approximately 140 intersections without working stoplights in Montgomery County. As a reminder, treat ALL intersections without a working stoplight as a four-way stop.  
 
-Allow extra time for your commute and plan on delays.  
-Ride-On is reporting that 13 routes are on detour.
-Proceed with caution ONLY when traffic permits.  

-Enter intersections only when it is safe to do so, using turn signals to let other motorists know your intentions.  
-Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.  
-Be alert for police officers directing traffic.  
 
A partial listing of primary intersections without working stoplights include:  
 
-Cabin John Pkwy & Mac Arthur Blvd  
-Columbia Blvd & Georgia Ave(MD97) & Seminary Rd  
-Forest Glen Rd(MD192) & Georgia Ave(MD97)  
-Little Falls Pkwy & River Rd(MD190)  
-Old Georgetown Rd(MD187)  from Tuckerman Lane to Democracy Blvd
-E Gude Dr & Frederick Rd(MD355) & W Gude Dr
-Falls Rd & Wootton Parkway



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Update: 240 Intersections w/o Traffic Lights; Partial List of Primary Intersections w/o Working Stoplights

From ALERT MONTGOMERY below: 


Approx. 240 Intersections w/o Traffic Lights; Obey 4-Way Stop Rules and Drive with Caution. 

As of 5:30AM, there are approximately 240 intersections without working stoplights in Montgomery County. As a reminder, treat ALL intersections without a working stoplight as a four-way stop.

-Allow extra time for your commute and plan on delays.
-Proceed with caution ONLY when traffic permits.
-Enter intersections only when it is safe to do so, using turn signals to let other motorists know your intentions.
-Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
-Be alert for police officers directing traffic.

A partial listing of primary intersections without working stoplights include:

-Connecticut Ave(MD185) & Randolph Rd
-Connecticut Ave(MD185) & Veirs Mill Rd(MD586)
-Cabin John Pkwy & Mac Arthur Blvd
-Colesville Rd(US29) & University Blvd E(MD193) (Four Corners)
-Columbia Blvd & Georgia Ave(MD97) & Seminary Rd
-Forest Glen Rd & Forest Glen Rd(MD192) & Georgia Ave(MD97)
-Jones Bridge Rd & Rockville Pike(MD355)
-River Rd(MD190) & Wilson Ln(MD188)
-Little Falls Pkwy & River Rd(MD190)
-Democracy Blvd & & Old Georgetown Rd(MD187)
-E Gude Dr & Frederick Rd(MD355) & W Gude Dr

Sent to Montgomery County Severe Traffic (24 hrs), Montgomery County Severe Traffic 6am-10am/3pm-8pm (E-mail accounts, Cell phones) through Alert Montgomery

When Power Is Out PLEASE Use Battery Powered Lighting Equipment!

Be a good friend, neighbor, and/or family member and spread the message below!  Media Friends: With Irene on the way, please take a moment to remind your listeners and/or viewers of the following:

Please remember that when severe storms hit, and the power goes out, use battery powered lighting equipment and NOT candles!  Candle related fires always occur around the Washington-Metro area during power outages.  

“Together We Can Save Lives And Prevent Injuries”

Emergency Preparedness Information

I wanted to pass along to all of you some safety information as it relates to some of this severe weather we have been experiencing over the last 24 hours and into today.  Please take a moment to review the below.  Be prepared!

 

When a tornado warning is issued for your area:

• Seek shelter in a windowless interior room in the lowest level of the house. Go to the basement, if you have one. Stay away from windows.

• If you are caught in the open during a tornado, stay low and seek a drainage ditch or other low point on the ground. Culverts under streets and highways may offer effective shelter.

• If you are in your vehicle during a tornado, get out of the vehicle and seek shelter in drainage ditches or culverts. Do not try to outrun a tornado.

Power Out?  Use battery powered flashlights/lights and NOT Candles!

More Emergency Preparedness Information can be found HERE.

Be safe out there today!

Bill

Fire/Carbon Monoxide Risks During Cold Weather

Do not run a generator inside the home or an attached garage or carport. Carbon Monoxide fumes can kill you! Generators should be OUTSIDE and away from your home!

Go here to learn more about: Fire/Carbon Monoxide Risks During Cold Weather

SUMMER STORM ALERT UPDATE FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY

A major storm has knocked out power to more than 200,000 Pepco customers in Montgomery County and left nearly a third of the County’s traffic signals without power. A number of trees throughout the County are down, some closing roads. Pepco has indicated this will be a "multi-day restoration."

Montgomery County and the American Red Cross will open a shelter at midnight tonight at the East County Recreation Center located at 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring.

Mandatory water restrictions have been imposed for all Montgomery County and Prince Georges County residents on public water systems because of a power outage at the Potomac Pumping Station, which provides about two-thirds of Montgomery County’s water. Residents and businesses are urged to use water only for essential indoor uses so sufficient water will be available for hospitals, emergency services and fire fighting.

Water customers should:

• Stop all outside water use – no watering lawns, no washing cars, no topping off swimming pools
• Use water only as necessary – i.e., shorter showers and turn off faucets after washing hands  
• Limit toilet flushings (do not flush after every use)
• Limit washing machine and dishwasher use (wash full loads only)

The County has activated its 311 call center for non-emergency calls. Residents can report downed trees in the public right-of-way.

All Montgomery County Parks and Recreation programs are cancelled for tomorrow, Monday, July 26, including, classes, camps and activities.

• For emergency assistance, call 911.
• Don't travel if you don't need to. Treat all dark intersections as four-way stops. Proceed cautiously.
• Call Pepco at 1-877-737-2662 to report outages.

Ride On will operate on Monday, as will trash and recycling collections. These operations could be delayed due to traffic signal power outages.

Check www.montgomerycountymd.gov for updated information on Montgomery County facilities, services, and programs.

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