From Harford County Government: BEL AIR, Md., (Jan. 22, 2015) – When snow and ice hit Harford County, Harford County plows hit back, clearing county roads to help our citizens get rolling. Now, the public can track plows in major storms with a new snow plow tracking service developed by Harford County government. “As my […]
Maryland State Police Investigating Fatal Weather-Related Crash Amid Icy Conditions; Delayed Travel Urged
Icy conditions caused a bevy of accidents across Harford County Sunday morning, with at least one fatal accident reported by Maryland State Police and another fire company responding to an incident involving more than 30 vehicles. Rich Gardiner, spokesman for the Harford County Volunteer Fire and EMS Association, urged all motorists to stay off the […]
Another Wintry Mix Expected For Wednesday Morning Commute; Delay Early Travel if at All Possible
From the Maryland State Highway Administration: For the second time this week, winter weather threatens road travel during the morning hours. The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) urges motorists to closely monitor weather forecasts later today and tonight as meteorologists call for the possibility of snow and freezing rain during tomorrow morning’s commute. If you […]
Simpson: Certain Harford County Public Schools Policies “Disproportionately Affect Less Affluent Communities”
The following letter was written by Omar Simpson to Jansen Robinson, Member of the Harford County Board of Education. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: My kids are mad at me. Why? Because I keep singing that Disney song from “Frozen.” You know the one, “Do You Want to Build A Snowman!” […]
Bel Air Paramedic Struck, Killed by Fire Company Vehicle at Scene of Earlier Crash
A Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company paramedic was struck and killed by one of the company’s vehicles while assisting at the scene of an earlier crash on Patterson Mill Road in Emmorton Tuesday, emergency officials said. Erik Steciak, 29, was among those responding to a crash in the 300 block of Patterson Mill Road shortly […]
State Highway Administration Preparing for Fast Moving Winter Storm; Crews Pre-Treating Major State Roads
From the Maryland State Highway Administration: The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is preparing for a winter storm that is expected to impact the region early Tuesday. Crews are pre-treating major state roads today with salt brine, which prevents the initial bond of snow and ice on the pavement. The snow is forecasted to begin […]
On Reports of First Cold-Weather Deaths in Maryland, Health Department Offers Tips for Keeping Warm
From the Harford County Health Department: Bel Air, MD – December 18, 2014 – The first Maryland deaths related to hypothermia this season have been reported, according to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). Among the five cases, none have, as yet, occurred in […]
State Highway Administration Prepares for Pre-Holiday Storm on Year’s Busiest Travel Day
From the Maryland State Highway Administration: Truckers Strongly Encouraged to Plan Ahead as Heavy Rain/Wet Snow is Predicted With the potential for heavy rain and wet snow on the busiest travel day of the year, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is strongly encouraging travelers to avoid driving Wednesday. As meteorologists continue to refine the […]
