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Thursday, October 15, 2026 Frederick County, Maryland Daily Edition Vol. 1, No. 63
Coverage period Wednesday, October 14, 2026 News and incidents from the previous day

Sugarloaf Pkwy — Glam Nails & Spa Gas Odor, Multiple Roadway Incidents

Fire responses, rescues and roadway incidents from verified Frederick Scanner reports

Crews were called to 100 block E. EIGHTH ST in Frederick at 6:49 p.m. for a reported building fire - entrapment. At 6:50 p.m., Paramedic Engine 23 reported small fire in the kitchen, possible extension to the cabinets. At 6:52 p.m., Battalion Chief 902 arrived and assumed command. At 6:55 p.m., Paramedic Engine 23 reported R3 completed search of basement and first floor, searches negative. PE23 reports fire confirmed extinguished. At 6:56 p.m., Rescue Squad 3 reported light smoke on second floor, likely residual. No extension of fire to second floor. At 6:57 p.m., Advanced Life Support 4 evaluated one patient for a minor burn, patient refused EMS care. At 6:59 p.m., Crews in progress of performing ventilation.

Crews were called to 8900 block JONES RD at 6:18 a.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 6:20 a.m., Rescue Engine 171 arrived. Rescue Engine 171 reported occupants are out. RE171 establishing command. At 6:22 a.m., Rescue Engine 171 reported one patient for evaluation. Wires appear to be communication lines. Rescue Engine 171 requested Fire-Police for traffic control. At 6:35 a.m., Ambulance 179 evaluated one patient who refused transport. Crews were called to 300 block CARROLL PKWY — PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at 8:23 a.m. for a reported commercial fire alarm. At 8:26 a.m., Tiller Truck 4 arrived. normal conditions. Building not so evacuated. Tiller Truck 4 began investigating. At 8:28 a.m., Tiller Truck 4 reported accidental alarm activation. Units in service.

Crews were called to I-70 eastbound near HARMONY RD at 9:04 a.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 9:11 a.m., Rescue Squad 8 arrived to find three vehicles involved. Rescue Squad 8 began checking on the occupants. At 9:15 a.m., Rescue Squad 8 reported 2 patients for evaluation. A89, A129, R8 and RE74 remained on the call. At 9:24 a.m., Ambulance 89 was transporting to Meritus Hospital Center. At 9:28 a.m., Advanced Life Support 8 requested MedEvac for a patient with serious injuries. Landing Zone (LZ) planned for Doubs Memorial Park. At 9:32 a.m., EMS Supervisor 902 cancelling request for MedEvac. Transport will be made by ground. At 9:37 a.m., Medic 129 was transporting a patient with serious injuries by ground to Meritus Medical Center.

Crews were called to 3500 block SUGARLOAF PKWY — GLAM NAILS & SPA in Urbana Town Center at 9:31 a.m. for a reported gas odor inside. At 9:37 a.m., Tiller Truck 23 made contact with occupants of the dispatched business who reported gas odor form adjacent restaurant (Lime Chicken). TT23 confirms odor, in process of evacuating remaining businesses. At 9:50 a.m., Tiller Truck 23 reported slight readings of gas in the Lime Chicken restaurant. Investigating pilot lights, setting up fan for ventilation. At 10:06 a.m., Tiller Truck 23 reported they located a small leak from a regulator behind a fryer in the Lime Chicken restaurant. Gas secured at the fryer. Washington Gas is on scene assisting with issue. No occupants of the businesses required EMS. Continuing to hold TT23, PE251. Other units in service.

Crews were called to RT26EB near ROUTZAHN WAY in Frederick at 11:30 a.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 11:34 a.m., Engine 111 arrived. 2-vehicles in the intersection. Engine 111 began checking on the occupants. At 11:37 a.m., Paramedic Engine 23 updates 3 vehicles involved in different parts of the intersection. At 11:48 a.m., Ambulance 29 was transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to FHH.

Crews were called to OLD NATIONAL PIKE near RIDGEFIELD DR in Spring Ridge at 2:26 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 2:29 p.m., Battalion Chief 901 reported no entrapment, placing R3 in service. Continuing to hold A339, ALS31, E331. Other units in service. At 2:35 p.m., Ambulance 339 obtained patient refusals. Units clearing the scene when ready. Crews were called to Route 194 near DEVILBISS BRIDGE RD at 3:21 p.m. for a reported check after a vehicle accident. At 3:25 p.m., Engine 111 arrived. 2 vehicles involved, involving a school bus. Engine 111 began checking on the occupants. At 4:03 p.m., Battalion Chief 902 reported 3 pediatric patient refusals. Replacement bus is on scene to transfer students.

Crews were called to I-70 westbound near 48MM in Braddock Heights at 3:39 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident triggered by an automatic crash notification. At 3:44 p.m., Engine 121 arrived. 2 vehicles on the right shoulder. Tow truck on location. Engine 121 began checking on the occupants. At 3:46 p.m., Engine 121 reported vehicle rear-ended a tow truck. A129 and E121 remained on the call. Other responding units in service. At 4:01 p.m., Ambulance 129 obtained a patient refusal. Units clearing the scene.

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Crews were called to 13700 block BLYTHEDALE DR in Mt. Airy at 4:23 p.m. for a reported electrical hazard inside. At 4:30 p.m., Carroll County Engine 12 arrived at a two-story split-level and found nothing evident. CCE12 establishing command. Carroll County Engine 12 began investigating. At 4:34 p.m., Carroll County Engine 12 reported a malfunctioning stove. No extension. CCE12 and remaining units in service remained on the call.

Crews were called to OLD NATIONAL PIKE near DETRICK RD at 6:08 p.m. for a reported motorcycle accident. At 6:12 p.m., Frederick ECC advises responding units the FCSO is on scene reporting patient is conscious and alert. At 6:26 p.m., Medic 259 was transporting patient to Holy Cross. Crews were called to 500 block COFFMAN CHAPEL DR — BLAZER HALL (HOOD COLLEGE - NEW RESIDENCE HALL at 8:28 p.m. for a reported commercial fire alarm. At 8:32 p.m., Tiller Truck 4 arrived. Tiller Truck 4 reported burned food. TT4 setting up fan for ventilation.

Crews were called to 9300 block HIGHLANDER BLVD in Walkersville at 10:05 p.m. for a reported odor of smoke inside. At 10:13 p.m., Training Battalion Chief 900 appointing E111 as investigative group. At 10:14 p.m., Engine 111 reported second floor is clear of odor/smoke. Investigating remainder of the residence. At 10:17 p.m., Training Battalion Chief 900 reported crews investigated, no hazards found. Odor of smoke is present in the neighborhood. Good intent call. Units in service.

Crews were called to 100 block S. MAPLE AVE — MARC OPERATION CENTER in Brunswick at 10:36 p.m. for a reported unknown odor inside. At 10:39 p.m., dispatchers advised responding crews that caller reports odor possibly from the rail yard. At 10:54 p.m., Paramedic Engine 52 investigating CSX shop. LCE612 crew checking along the tracks. At 11:16 p.m., C5-B reported crews traced the odor to an old passenger car seat that burned. Yard employees report fire has been extinguished.

Frederick Scanner logged 28 incidents during the day, with 65 follow-up updates recorded. The busiest hour was 10:00 p.m., when 4 incidents were logged.

Yesterday on the Roads

Traffic observations243observed during the day
Peak traffic hour2 p.m.42 reports
Top corridorI-7010 reports
  • Congestion200
  • Crashes21
  • Roadwork7
  • Disabled Vehicles5
  • Debris/Hazards4
  • Closures2

Sources: TomTom and MDOT CHART. Observations may be incomplete, duplicated or imprecise.

Weather

Three-day forecast in Frederick

THURSDAY OCT 15
High 63° • Low 57°

Rain showers likely after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Rain chance 60%
FRIDAY OCT 16
High 81° • Low 48°

Rain showers likely between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. Southwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Rain chance 60%
SATURDAY OCT 17
High 54° • Low 36°

A chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 54. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Rain chance 30%
National Weather Service
Road Watch

2 road closure updates

Since the previous Frederick Watch edition

NEWFrederick City

COBBLESTONE WAY

Limited Public Access, all directions. 1 lane open. Construction. HMF Paving sidewalk repairs sidewalk closures

NEWFrederick City

W SOUTH ST

Limited Public Access, all directions. 1 lane open. Construction. HMF Paving sidewalk repairs lane and sidewalk closures

ONGOINGFrederick City

BLOOMFIELD RD

Closed, all directions. All lanes closed. Construction. CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC. Road realignment. Detour in place.

Frederick County road closure data
Today in Frederick

3 things to know for Thursday, Oct. 15

COUNTY5 PM–7 PM

MSHA US 15 Open House

Frederick County holds MSHA US 15 Open House at TJ Middle School.

COUNTY5 PM–7 PM

AARCS Donor Reception

Frederick County holds AARCS Donor Reception.

COUNTY6:30 PM

FCG Sustainability Awards

Frederick County holds FCG Sustainability Awards at The ARC on Market.

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The Day’s Run Log

Complete call activity for Wednesday, October 14. Excludes medical calls.

ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

500 block W. SOUTH ST — THE JUNCTION APARTMENTS (FREDERICK)
UNITS: E33, TT4
12:22 am E33 on the scene, 4-story apartment building. Nothing evident. Investigating.
12:26 am E33 investigated. No hazards present.
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

5900 block QUINN ORCHARD RD — COUNTRY MEADOWS OF FREDERICK
UNITS: E331, TT4
6:22 am E331 on the scene, 2-story assisted living facility. Nothing evident. Visual alarm active.
6:25 am E331 reports steam from a shower activated the alarm. E331 in process of resetting the alarm.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

8900 block JONES RD
UNITS: A179, RE171 (LIBERTYTOWN)
6:19 am A179 on the scene, single vehicle into a utility pole; pole is on top of the vehicle with wires down.
6:20 am RE171 on scene, reports occupants are out. RE171 establishing command.
6:22 am RE171 reports one patient for evaluation. Wires appear to be communication lines. Requesting Fire-Police for traffic control.
6:35 am A179 evaluated one patient who refused transport.
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

500 block COFFMAN CHAPEL DR — MEMORIAL HALL (HOOD COLLEGE)
UNITS: PE23, T50
6:32 am PE23 reports malfunctioning alarm. Units in service.
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

300 block CARROLL PKWY — PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
UNITS: E11, TT4
8:26 am TT4 on the scene, normal conditions. Building not so evacuated. Investigating.
8:28 am TT4 reports accidental alarm activation. Units in service.
ALARMS

Residential Fire Alarm (Single Family Resd/ Mobile Home)

600 block CANAL TOWN ST (BRUNSWICK)
UNITS: PE52
8:47 am PE52 on scene, 2-story single/family residence. Nothing evident.
8:48 am PE52 reports homeowner was replacing smoke detector batteries. No fire department services needed.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

I-70EB / HARMONY RD
UNITS: A89, A129, ALS8, R8, RE74, E121, EMS902
9:11 am R8 on the scene, 3 vehicles involved. Checking on occupants.
9:15 am R8 reports 2 patients for evaluation. Holding A89, A129, R8, RE74.
9:21 am R8 requesting ALS resource.
9:24 am A89 transporting to Meritus Hospital Center.
9:28 am ALS8 requesting MedEvac for a patient with serious injuries. Landing Zone (LZ) planned for Doubs Memorial Park.
9:32 am EMS902 cancelling request for MedEvac. Transport will be made by ground.
9:37 am M129 transporting a patient with serious injuries by ground to Meritus Medical Center.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Inside

3500 block SUGARLOAF PKWY — GLAM NAILS & SPA (URBANA TOWN CENTER)
UNITS: PE251, PE311, TT23, A239, BC901, SAF901
9:35 am TT23 on the scene, 2-story middle of the row strip mall, business appears to be evacuated. Establishing command.
9:37 am TT23 made contact with occupants of the dispatched business who report gas odor form adjacent restaurant (Lime Chicken). TT23 confirms odor, in process of evacuating remaining businesses.
9:50 am TT23 reports slight readings of gas in the Lime Chicken restaurant. Investigating pilot lights, setting up fan for ventilation.
10:06 am TT23 reports they located a small leak from a regulator behind a fryer in the Lime Chicken restaurant. Gas secured at the fryer. Washington Gas is on scene assisting with issue. No occupants of the businesses required EMS. Continuing to hold TT23, PE251. Other units in service.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

RT26EB / ROUTZAHN WAY (FREDERICK)
UNITS: A29, A249, PE23, E111
11:34 am E111 on the scene, 2-vehicles in the intersection. Checking on occupants.
11:36 am PE23 requesting additional ambulance.
11:37 am PE23 updates 3 vehicles involved in different parts of the intersection.
11:48 am A29 transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to FHH.
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

400 block W. SEVENTH ST — FHH
UNITS: PE23, TT4
12:15 pm PE23 reports employees were conducting a fire drill. All units in service.
FIRE & RESCUE

Transformer Fire

10300 block OLD ANNAPOLIS RD (MCKAIG)
UNITS: RE171
1:39 pm RE171 on scene, confirming a transformer with light smoke. No active fire. Utility company notified.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

OLD NATIONAL PIKE / RIDGEFIELD DR (SPRING RIDGE)
UNITS: A339, ALS31, R3, E331, BC901, EMS902
2:27 pm BC901 on the scene, 3- vehicles involved. Establishing command.
2:29 pm BC901 reports no entrapment, placing R3 in service. Continuing to hold A339, ALS31, E331. Other units in service.
2:30 pm BC901 clearing ALS31.
2:35 pm A339 obtained patient refusals. Units clearing the scene when ready.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Check Up After Accident - Police On Scene

RT194 / DEVILBISS BRIDGE RD
UNITS: A169, E111, A249, C11-F, BC902
3:25 pm E111 on the scene, 2 vehicles involved, involving a school bus. Checking on occupants.
4:03 pm BC902 reports 3 pediatric patient refusals. Replacement bus is on scene to transfer students.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls (Automatic Crash Notification)

I-70WB / 48MM (BRADDOCK HEIGHTS)
UNITS: A129, A89, R3, E121, E82
3:44 pm E121 on scene, 2 vehicles on the right shoulder. Tow truck on location. Checking on occupants.
3:46 pm E121 reports vehicle rear-ended a tow truck. Holding A129, E121. Other responding units in service.
4:01 pm A129 obtained a patient refusal. Units clearing the scene.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Electrical Hazard Inside

13700 block BLYTHEDALE DR (MT. AIRY)
UNITS: E152, CCE12, R15, CCK1, K17
4:30 pm CCE12 on the scene, 2-story split-level. Nothing evident. CCE12 establishing command. Investigating.
4:34 pm CCE12 reports a malfunctioning stove. No extension. Holding CCE12, remaining units in service.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Inside

1600 block TYDINGS PARK RD
UNITS: E121, E11, TT4
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

FINGERBOARD RD / WORTHINGTON BLVD (URBANA)
UNITS: E231
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Motorcycle Accident

OLD NATIONAL PIKE / DETRICK RD
UNITS: A259, PE251, R15, E152, U15-B, EMS901
6:12 pm Frederick ECC advises responding units the FCSO is on scene reporting patient is conscious and alert.
6:17 pm R15 on the scene, holding A259, PE251, EMS901, R15. Other units in service.
6:26 pm M259 transporting patient to Holy Cross.
FIRE & RESCUE

Building Fire - Entrapment

100 block E. EIGHTH ST (FREDERICK)
UNITS: PE23, E33, E501, E11, E291, R3, TT4, A38, ALS4, C2-B, BC903, BC902, SAF901
6:49 pm PE23 on the scene, 2-story Cape Cod converted to apartments. No entrapment. Occupants are out. PE23 establishing command.
6:50 pm PE23 reports small fire in the kitchen, possible extension to the cabinets.
6:51 pm R3 conducting primary search of all floors. TT4 assisting PE23 in the kitchen
6:52 pm BC902 on scene, assuming command. PE23 confirms fire extinguished in the kitchen, TT4 crew checking for extension.
6:55 pm PE23 reports R3 completed search of basement and first floor, searches negative. PE23 reports fire confirmed extinguished.
6:56 pm R3 reports light smoke on second floor, likely residual. No extension of fire to second floor.
6:57 pm ALS4 evaluated one patient for a minor burn, patient refused EMS care.
6:59 pm Crews in progress of performing ventilation.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Inside

3300 block URBANA PIKE — DASH IN
UNITS: E231, PE251, TT23
7:22 pm TT23 on scene, normal conditions. Investigating.
7:30 pm TT23 reports no hazards present. Units in service.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Co Det Sounding

4000 block WEDGE CT (MT. AIRY)
UNITS: PE251
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

500 block COFFMAN CHAPEL DR — BLAZER HALL (HOOD COLLEGE - NEW RESIDENCE HALL
UNITS: PE23, TT4
8:32 pm TT4 on scene, reports burned food. TT4 setting up fan for ventilation.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Odor Of Smoke Inside

9300 block HIGHLANDER BLVD (WALKERSVILLE)
UNITS: E111, E162, TW11, R24, TRNBC900
10:10 pm TRNBC900 on the scene of a 2-story residential. Nothing evident.
10:13 pm TRNBC900 appointing E111 as investigative group.
10:14 pm E111 reports second floor is clear of odor/smoke. Investigating remainder of the residence.
10:17 pm TRNBC900 reports crews investigated, no hazards found. Odor of smoke is present in the neighborhood. Good intent call. Units in service.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

S. EAST ST / MONOCACY BLVD, IN CIRCLE (FREDERICK)
UNITS: A38, E33
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

5500 block FOXVILLE RD (THURMONT)
UNITS: WCM792, A307, WCRE7, E212, SU51, WCC7
10:40 pm WCC7 on the scene, west of the Cunningham Falls handicapped parking lot, one vehicle off the roadway.
10:43 pm WCC7 reports crash is property damage only. No Fire/EMS services required.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Unknown Odor Inside

100 block S. MAPLE AVE — MARC OPERATION CENTER (BRUNSWICK)
UNITS: PE52, LCE612, R20, R19, C5-B
10:39 pm Frederick ECC advises responding units that caller reports odor possibly from the rail yard.
10:43 pm PE52 confirms odor in the area of the traffic circle at Maryland Ave; unknown if it is originating from the rail yard.
10:54 pm PE52 investigating CSX shop. LCE612 crew checking along the tracks.
11:16 pm C5-B reports crews traced the odor to an old passenger car seat that burned. Yard employees report fire has been extinguished.
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7-Day Weather

National Weather Service
WED Oct 14 🌤️ 87° / 61° Partly Cloudy ISSUE DAY
THU Oct 15 🌧️ 63° / 57° Rain Showers Likely 57% precip
FRI Oct 16 ⛈️ 81° / 48° Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 56% precip
SAT Oct 17 🌧️ 54° / 36° Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny 33% precip
SUN Oct 18 ☀️ 57° / 37° Sunny 3% precip
MON Oct 19 ☀️ 62° / 43° Sunny 3% precip
TUE Oct 20 🌤️ 65° / 45° Mostly Sunny 2% precip
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