ONE YEAR LATER: Baltimore commemorates Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse anniversary

BALTIMORE, MD—City and state officials gathered on Tuesday at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the tragedy. The event paid tribute to the six victims who lost their lives and honored the first responders and recovery workers who responded to the disaster. Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott, Governor Wes Moore, Baltimore […]

Maryland State Fire Marshal Brian Geraci retires after 50-year career

STATEWIDE—State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci has announced his retirement from the Office of the State Fire Marshal after a 50-year career, including ten years with the agency. Geraci’s announcement coincided with the agency’s holiday luncheon in Pikesville. He was surrounded by his family, current and retired employees, including former and current police and fire chiefs, and other representatives from […]

Baltimore City rolls out new BMORE Alert mass notification system

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore City is rolling out a new emergency alert system that ensures the timely and adequate communication of critical events, pertinent information, and real-time alerts to all those who work, live, and play in Baltimore City. The Office of Emergency Management had previously utilized a system by the name of Code Red but has now transitioned to a NEW […]