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Active Incident: 1100 block of Green Holly Dr. : Media staging will be at Broadneck Library at 1275 Green Holly Drive. Annapolis. Briefing will be at 1:30pm.
Active Incident: 1100 block of Green Holly Dr. Annapolis: Possible residential explosion. Fire crews on scene and responding. Avoid the area. Updates will be posted as we get more information.
7300 Block of Ritchie Hwy. Avoid the Area: The AACoFD is on the scene of the 10 story building to determine the structural integrity after some work was being completed in the parking garage. There has been no collapse of the building and all occupants have been safely.
UPDATE: High-Rise Fire on Hearn Road, Annapolis. One fatality from the fire apartment on the 10th floor. Fire Crews are still on scene. Fire Marshal Investigators are working to determine the origin & cause. Fire Inspectors are determining the safety of the building.
High-Rise Apartment Fire: AACoFD and AFD crews are on scene of a high-rise apartment fire at 130 Hearn Rd, in Annapolis. The fire is under control. Crews are checking for extension into other apartments. Residents are encouraged to shelter in place.
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Please see @AACoExec's statement on the ongoing cyber incident.
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As Anne Arundel County continues to respond to an ongoing cyber incident of external origins, I want to thank our residents for their patience as certain county services remain offline temporarily.
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Due to an ongoing cyber incident of external origin impacting public services, county buildings will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 24, 2025.
Telework-eligible employees are expected to work remotely using Google or internet-based systems.
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Update as of 12:30 pm on Sunday, February 23, 2025:
The county is taking the most proactive approach to ensure our systems are safe. Precautionary measures include limiting access to the Internet until we are able to return to full operations.
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Update as of 5 pm:
The County, in collaboration with the Anne Arundel County Office of Information Technology, public safety officials, and cybersecurity experts, is actively investigating an ongoing cyber incident of external origin affecting certain county services.
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The county is aware that some public services are currently down and is actively working to restore access. 911 remains operational if you need to report emergencies, and 311 remains operational if you need to report concerns about county services. Thank you for your patience.
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UPDATE: In reference to the road closure related to the gas leak.
Central Avenue @ Muddy Creek Road now has one lane open to traffic. Please continue to follow the directions of public safety personnel that remain on the scene.
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The Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management is staffing a call center to address non-emergency issues that residents in the area affected by the gas leak may be experiencing. If you need assistance with non-emergent issues, please call 410-222-0600
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UPDATE: In reference to the gas leak investigation:
Utility crews are actively working to address the gas leak in the affected line while still maintaining service to the peninsula. As soon as the leak can be contained and the gas diverted, at least one lane of traffic will be opened, which is expected to be in the next few hours. Emergency services has equipment on the affected side to respond to any emergencies. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding.
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UPDATE: In reference to the gas leak investigation:
For those residents that are unable to return to their homes at this time, South River High School is open as a warming center and restrooms are available. Additionally, the Southern District Police Station Community Room is also open and restrooms are available.
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Central Avenue between Loch Haven Road & Muddy Creek Road is temporarily closed while fire department officials investigate a possible gas leak. Residents and motorists should expect extended delays. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic will be limited until the issue is resolved. We thank you for your patience and understanding. Please follow the direction of police officers and fire personnel that are on scene.
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Due to the inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County government buildings, libraries, and senior activity centers are closed tomorrow, January 6. Regional parks will open at 11 am with limited capacity. All park programming for the day is canceled.
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UPDATE - CRASH ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY: I-97 NORTH PRIOR TO MD 32; ALL LANES ARE CLOSED NORTHBOUND. TWO LEFT LANES CLOSED SOUTHBOUND. #MDTRAFFIC SOC