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Detectives Asking For Help Identifying Sexual Assault Suspect in Gaithersburg

Detectives Asking For Help Identifying Sexual Assault Suspect in Gaithersburg

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (KR)  Detectives in Gaithersburg are investigating the rape of a 26-year old woman that happened on July 26th. The Special Victims Investigations Division says the woman was leaving Quincy’s Bar and Grille on Quince Orchard Road around 2:30 AM  in Gaithersburg with a man she met at the bar. Once they were outside,…

Officials Say to Know Dangers of Rip Currents Before You Head to the Beach

Officials Say to Know Dangers of Rip Currents Before You Head to the Beach

(KR)  The quick pull of the ocean’s current can trap anyone before they even know what is happening. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, rip currents can move at speeds of up to 8 feet per second, faster than an Olympic swimmer. Dr. Greg Dusek with NOAA, says it’s important to know before…

Flash Flood Watch In Effect For The Region

Flash Flood Watch In Effect For The Region

The storm system expected to hit the area could bring up to three inches of rain. The Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for the region   * Through Saturday afternoon * Low pressure will develop over the Mid Atlantic today and move slowly off the coast through Saturday. This system will have the…