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Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Frederick County, Maryland Daily Edition Vol. 1, No. 83
Coverage period Tuesday, November 3, 2026 News and incidents from the previous day

House fire - entrapment at Etzler Mill Road

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

Crews were called to 10700 block ETZLER MILL RD in Woodsboro at 4:22 p.m. for a reported house fire - entrapment. At 4:28 p.m., Engine 162 arrived. Engine 162 reported heavy smoke / fire from the garage. Engine 162 requested Rapid Intervention Dispatch (RID). At 4:29 p.m., Engine 162 reported occupant status unknown. At 4:30 p.m., Engine 162 reported possible dog and cat inside the residence. Engine 162 requested Animal Control. At 4:35 p.m., Engine 172 reported possible victim in front yard. BC902 requesting A179, ALS17 to assess victim. At 4:38 p.m., Engine 162 reported fire extinguished in the garage. Making entry to the house. At 4:40 p.m., Battalion Chief 902 requested CCR8 to check basement to investigate. At 4:43 p.m., Carroll County Rescue 8 confirmed fire in the basement with room involvment, retrieving hose line to extinguish. At 4:48 p.m., Engine 91 along with CCR8, R24 operating in the basement to extinguish fire. At 4:49 p.m., Chief 16 reported Q11 conducted primary search on first floor, results negative. Q11, E162 hitting hot spots and checking for extension on remainder of first floor. E172 crew have existed structure due to low air; E153 crew taking E172 position on first floor. At 4:53 p.m., Engine 91 reported all visible fire has been knocked in basement. At 4:58 p.m., Engine 153 reported no visible fire on first floor. At 5:48 p.m., A179, ALS17 evaluated one patient who refused transport. No dog in the house, per the homeowner; 1 cat transported via Animal Control for further evaluation.

Crews were called to RAMP I-70 westbound near RTE. 40ALT in Braddock Heights at 10:32 a.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 10:37 a.m., Engine 121 arrived. 2 vehicles involved in the intersection of Rte. 40ALT and off-ramp from I-70WB. At 10:47 a.m., Ambulance 129 was transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to FHH.

Crews were called to BALLENGER CREEK PIKE near SOLAREX CT in Frederick at 1:42 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 1:46 p.m., Paramedic Engine 311 arrived. 3 vehicles involved in the median at the off-ramp from Rte. 180. Paramedic Engine 311 began checking on the occupants. At 1:47 p.m., Paramedic Engine 311 reported no entrapment. BC901 on scene, establishing command. At 1:49 p.m., Battalion Chief 901 reported 4 patients for evaluation. A318, A319, ALS31, EMS901 and PE311 remained on the call.

Crews were called to 7800 block COMUS RD — SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN PARK at 3:19 p.m. for a reported mountain rescue. At 3:55 p.m., E231/TT23 have made contact with the patient, assessing patient. At 3:56 p.m., E231/TT23 reports patient is ambulatory. C14 deploying MCPE735, R14, MCPE722, MCUTV709 to West View lot to assist with patient extrication from the trail. At 4:04 p.m., E231/TT23 crew making their way down with the patient who is ambulatory, with laceration to head. C14 releasing TR29, EMS901. At 4:14 p.m., Patient has been safely removed off of the trail to MCA735. At 4:18 p.m., Montgomery County Ambulance 735 was transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to Holy Cross. Remaining Fire/Rescue units clearing the scene.

HOUSE FIRE - ENTRAPMENT, 10700 block ETZLER MILL RD (WOODSBORO). Photo credit: Frederick County Fire/Rescue.
HOUSE FIRE - ENTRAPMENT, 10700 block ETZLER MILL RD (WOODSBORO). Photo credit: Frederick County Fire/Rescue.

Crews were called to BENNIE DUNCAN RD near CABBAGE RUN RD at 3:33 p.m. for a reported wires down or arcing. At 3:42 p.m., Engine 172 was in the area, investigating. At 3:52 p.m., Engine 172 reported line appears to be de-energized, but is down and blocking the roadway. At 4:01 p.m., Frederick ECC advises E172 that Potomac Edison has 60-90 minute ETA on scene.

Crews were called to I-70 westbound near 62MM in Near Md 75 / Green Valley Rd, Exit 62 at 6:29 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident - ejection. At 6:32 p.m., Engine 153 reported a critical patient. At 6:36 p.m., C15-B requested MedEvac; E331 to establish landing zone (LZ) on I-70WB. At 6:41 p.m., C15-B reported patient will be transported to Trooper 3’s hangar at Frederick Municipal Airport. At 6:54 p.m., Medic 159 was transporting patient to the hangar.

Crews were called to I-70 westbound near BILL MOXLEY RD in Mt. Airy at 7:28 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 7:37 p.m., Carroll County Rescue 1 reported vehicle vs deer, A158 evaluating one patient. A158, CCR1 and E153 remained on the call. Other responding units in service. At 7:49 p.m., Ambulance 158 obtained patient refusal. Units in service.

Crews were called to 2200 block BALLENGER CREEK PIKE in Point Of Rocks at 9:24 p.m. for a reported vehicle accident. At 9:32 p.m., Ambulance 149 began evaluating one patient. At 9:36 p.m., Engine 281 reported wires are phone lines. Frederick ECC has contacted Verizon. At 9:49 p.m., Ambulance 149 evaluated one patient who refused transport.

Frederick County logged 87 calls: 29 non-medical and 58 medical. The busiest hour was 4:00 pm, with 11 calls.

Yesterday on the Roads

Traffic observations76observed during the day
Peak traffic hour6 p.m.12 reports
Top corridorI-7020 reports
  • Congestion45
  • Disabled Vehicles8
  • Crashes8
  • Debris/Hazards5
  • Roadwork5
  • Closures1
Measured slowdown

HERE readings on northbound I-270 near New Design Road ranged from 11 to 34 mph between 2:28 p.m. and 3:59 p.m., versus about 55 mph free flow.

Sources: HERE and MDOT CHART.

Weather

Three-day forecast in Frederick

WEDNESDAY NOV 4
High 75° • Low 62°

Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 2 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

THURSDAY NOV 5
High 75° • Low 61°

Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. South wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Rain chance 70%
FRIDAY NOV 6
High 71° • Low 49°

A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Rain chance 50%
National Weather Service
Road Watch

2 road closure updates

Since the previous Frederick Watch edition

NEWFrederick City

MOUNT PHILLIP RD

Limited Public Access, all directions. 1 lane open. Construction. Pleasants Construction utility and road work lane closures

NEWFrederick City

W PATRICK ST

Limited Public Access, all directions. 1 lane open. Construction. Mid Atlantic Utilities water valve repairs lane 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
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The Day’s Run Log

Complete call activity for Tuesday, November 3. Excludes medical calls.

FIRE & RESCUE

Brush Fire

2500 block IRON SPRINGS RD
UNITS: BR65, BR106, EK64, BRUTV30
ALARMS

Residential Fire Alarm (Single Family Resd/ Mobile Home)

13700 block PRYOR RD (THURMONT)
UNITS: PE102, A307
1:47 am PE102 on the scene, 2-story single/family. Nothing evident.
1:58 am PE102 requesting ambulance for an injured person at the residence.
2:28 am PE102 reports burned food on the stove. Resident transported to the hospital by M307. Units clearing the scene.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

FIRST block OF WOODMERE CIR (MIDDLETOWN)
UNITS: RE74
7:28 am RE74 on the scene, 2-story single-family residential. Nothing evident.
7:48 am RE74 reports gas meter activation. Gas supply has been secured. Homeowner to contact gas company. RE74 in service.
ALARMS

Commercial Fire Alarm

800 block E. SOUTH ST — FARMERS COOP (FREDERICK)
UNITS: E33, TT4
7:36 am E33 on the scene, large commercial complex. Nothing evident.
7:36 am Frederick ECC advises responding units that the proper alarm passcode was received. Units in service.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

7000 block WILLOW TREE DR S (BRADDOCK HEIGHTS)
UNITS: E121
7:57 am E121 checked the area, nothing found.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

4400 block TULIP TREE LN
UNITS: E121
8:02 am E121 reports noticeable odor in the area, possibly sewer odor in the Fountaindale area. Unable to pinpoint source. Frederick ECC to contact County maintenance.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

4600 block PINEWOOD TRL (BRADDOCK HEIGHTS)
UNITS: E121
8:15 am E121 in the area, investigating. BC903 checked the area earlier, believed to be coming from a farm field nearby. E121 continuing non-emergency.
8:25 am E121 made contact with caller, determined to not be a gas odor. E121 in service.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Outside

100 block TOBIAS RUN (MIDDLETOWN)
UNITS: RE74
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

RAMP I-70WB / RTE. 40ALT (BRADDOCK HEIGHTS)
UNITS: A129, A19, E121
10:37 am E121 on the scene, 2 vehicles involved in the intersection of Rte. 40ALT and off-ramp from I-70WB.
10:39 am E121 requesting additional ambulance.
10:47 am A129 transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to FHH.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Unknown Odor Inside

7200 block HOLLOW RD — MIDDLETOWN POST OFFICE
UNITS: E121, RE74, R20, BC903
11:28 am E121 on the scene, single-story post office. Normal exterior conditions. Investigating.
11:30 am E121 made contact with employees who were unaware of the call. Frederick ECC advises it was a 3rd-party caller. E121 reports employees state they have been smelling the same odor that has been reported throughout the valley all morning. No hazards present at this location. E121 in service.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

S. MAIN ST / W. RIDGEVILLE BLVD (MT. AIRY)
UNITS: A259, E153
11:40 am CCR1 on the scene, 2 vehicles involved. 2 patients for evaluation.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Als

BALLENGER CREEK PIKE / SOLAREX CT (FREDERICK)
UNITS: A318, A319, ALS31, R3, PE311, EMS901, BC901
1:46 pm PE311 on the scene, 3 vehicles involved in the median at the off-ramp from Rte. 180. Checking on occupants.
1:47 pm PE311 reports no entrapment. BC901 on scene, establishing command.
1:49 pm BC901 reports 4 patients for evaluation. Holding A318, A319, ALS31, EMS901, PE311.
FIRE & RESCUE

Brush Fire

9000 block HARRIS ST — VILLAGES OF URBANA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
UNITS: E231
2:39 pm E231 on the scene, reports a small pile of smoldering leaves in the parking lot.
2:43 pm E231 reports fire extinguished. Scene turned over to police. E231 in service.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Mountain Rescue

7800 block COMUS RD — SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN PARK
UNITS: MCPE735, E231, MCPE722, E281, R14, TR29, TT23, MCUTV709, MCA735, U23, C14, C23, BC901, SAF901, EMS901
3:36 pm C14 on scene, establishing command; requesting R14 and TT23/E231 crews to make their way to East View lot to enter trail.
3:55 pm E231/TT23 have made contact with the patient, assessing patient.
3:56 pm E231/TT23 reports patient is ambulatory. C14 deploying MCPE735, R14, MCPE722, MCUTV709 to West View lot to assist with patient extrication from the trail.
4:01 pm R14, MCPE722 making their way along the trail with Stokes basket.
4:04 pm E231/TT23 crew making their way down with the patient who is ambulatory, with laceration to head. C14 releasing TR29, EMS901.
4:14 pm Patient has been safely removed off of the trail to MCA735.
4:18 pm MCA735 transporting a patient with non-life-threatening injuries to Holy Cross. Remaining Fire/Rescue units clearing the scene.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Wires Down Or Arcing

BENNIE DUNCAN RD / CABBAGE RUN RD
UNITS: E172
3:42 pm E172 in the area, investigating.
3:48 pm E172 on the scene, in the 10700 Block of Bennie Duncan Rd.
3:52 pm E172 reports line appears to be de-energized, but is down and blocking the roadway.
4:01 pm E172 requesting Fire-Police for traffic control.
4:01 pm Frederick ECC advises E172 that Potomac Edison has 60-90 minute ETA on scene.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

I-70EB / 68MM (MT. AIRY)
UNITS: CCA18, CCM19, HCM45, CCR1, E153, HCE41, CCC1-2, HCC4
3:58 pm E153 on the scene, east of the exit for Rte. 27; 3 vehicles involved on I-70EB lanes.
4:02 pm E153 reports a 4 vehicle collision, property damage only, no injuries. Fire/Rescue clearing the scene when ready.
FIRE & RESCUE

House Fire - Entrapment

10700 block ETZLER MILL RD (WOODSBORO)
UNITS: E162, E172, E111, E91, E132, E102, E221, R24, CCR8, Q11, K17, K9, CCEK84, EK134, A169, A179, ALS17, C16, BC902, BC903, SAF901
4:28 pm E162 on the scene, reports heavy smoke / fire from the garage. Requesting Rapid Intervention Dispatch (RID).
4:29 pm E162 reports occupant status unknown.
4:30 pm E162 reports possible dog and cat inside the residence. Requesting Animal Control.
4:32 pm BC902 on the scene, assuming command.
4:35 pm BC902 appointing C16 Division 1 Supervisor; E162, E172 operating on first floor.
4:35 pm E172 reports possible victim in front yard. BC902 requesting A179, ALS17 to assess victim.
4:36 pm Q11 crew conducting primary search.
4:38 pm E162 reports fire extinguished in the garage. Making entry to the house.
4:40 pm BC902 requesting CCR8 to check basement to investigate.
4:43 pm CCR8 confirms fire in the basement with room involvment, retrieving hose line to extinguish.
4:48 pm E91 along with CCR8, R24 operating in the basement to extinguish fire.
4:49 pm C16 reports Q11 conducted primary search on first floor, results negative. Q11, E162 hitting hot spots and checking for extension on remainder of first floor. E172 crew have existed structure due to low air; E153 crew taking E172 position on first floor.
4:53 pm E91 reports all visible fire has been knocked in basement.
4:58 pm E153 reports no visible fire on first floor.
5:04 pm R15 conducting secondary search on first floor, securing power.
5:48 pm A179, ALS17 evaluated one patient who refused transport. No dog in the house, per the homeowner; 1 cat transported via Animal Control for further evaluation.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Odor Inside

7900 block JACKSON MOUNTAIN CT
UNITS: E11, E121, TW7, K1
4:42 pm E11 on scene, 2-story residential dwelling. Nothing evident.
4:51 pm E11 holding themselves on the call, remaining units in service.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Ejection

I-70WB / 62MM (near MD 75 / Green Valley Rd, Exit 62)
UNITS: A159, A339, R15, PE251, E153, E331, C15, C15-B, BC901, EMS901
6:31 pm E153 on the scene at the bottom of the the ramp from Rte. 75 to I-70WB; one motorcyclist down in the road. E153 establishing command.
6:32 pm E153 reports a critical patient.
6:33 pm C15-B on the scene, assuming command.
6:36 pm C15-B requesting MedEvac; E331 to establish landing zone (LZ) on I-70WB.
6:41 pm C15-B reports patient will be transported to Trooper 3’s hangar at Frederick Municipal Airport.
6:54 pm M159 transporting patient to the hangar.
PUBLIC SAFETY

Gas Leak Inside

FIRST block OF EISENTOWN DR (LOVETTSVILLE)
UNITS: E281, T5
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

I-70WB / BILL MOXLEY RD (MT. AIRY)
UNITS: A158, CCM18, CCR1, E153, HCRE4
7:36 pm CCR1 on the scene, single vehicle job the shoulder just past Rte. 27.
7:37 pm CCR1 reports vehicle vs deer, A158 evaluating one patient. Holding A158, CCR1, E153. Other responding units in service.
7:49 pm A158 obtained patient refusal. Units in service.
TRAFFIC & ROADS

Vehicle Accident - Bls

2200 block BALLENGER CREEK PIKE (POINT OF ROCKS)
UNITS: A149, E281
9:27 pm E281 on the scene, single vehicle into a utility pole; utility pole and wires down in the 2200 Block of Ballenger Creek Pike.
9:32 pm A149 evaluating one patient.
9:36 pm E281 reports wires are phone lines. Frederick ECC has contacted Verizon.
9:49 pm A149 evaluated one patient who refused transport.
FREDERICK, MARYLAND

7-Day Weather

National Weather Service
TUE Nov 3 🌤️ 74° / 49° Mostly Sunny ISSUE DAY
WED Nov 4 🌤️ 75° / 62° Mostly Sunny 75% precip
THU Nov 5 🌧️ 75° / 61° Light Rain Likely 74% precip
FRI Nov 6 🌧️ 71° / 49° Chance Light Rain 53% precip
SAT Nov 7 🌤️ 65° / 41° Mostly Sunny 12% precip
SUN Nov 8 🌤️ 61° / 40° Mostly Sunny 20% precip
MON Nov 9 🌧️ 61° / 38° Slight Chance Light Rain 22% precip
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