🚨Public safety doesn’t stop at county or state lines. In our latest Collaboration in Action video, we talk with area leaders about how they plan, train, and respond to emergencies, like the crash near DCA:.

🚨 This weekend’s flash flooding in Silver Spring hit areas FEMA marked as low-risk, but TPB’s new flood maps flagged them as high-risk. The updated analysis helps communities assess severe weather risks and improve safety. 📍Learn more:

Mutual aid played a huge role in the swift regional response to the mid-air collision near DCA in January. 🎥 For more on how COG works with public safety officials, check out our full Collaboration in Action video:

🎉Congrats to the 2025 #CommuterConnections Employer Recognition Award winners! COG recently celebrated five workplaces empowering employees to choose sustainable commute options. 🤝A win for a healthier environment and a happier workforce!

14,700 people suffered a fireworks-related injury last year. Don't be on the list in 2025. Leave the fireworks to the professionals this Fourth of July.

RT @CleanAirPartner: Fireworks are a beloved #July4th tradition, but they can release particulate matter into the air and impact #AirQualit….

Note: The Code Orange air quality anticipated for tomorrow is forecast for after the 4th of July fireworks begin. If you are more susceptible to air pollution, it's always good to stay air quality aware. You can check current conditions here:

RT @dcfireems: Fire officials from across the DC region gathered on Tuesday to deliver one clear message: fireworks are dangerous—leave the….

RT @MayorBowser: Ride Metro for free this Fourth of July. 🚇🇺🇸. After 5PM, residents and visitors can travel with @wmata at no cost—a safe,….

🎇Stay safe this #FourthofJuly. Remember that even sparklers can be dangerous and can cause severe burns in seconds.

Fire chiefs across the DMV have one clear message for the public: Fireworks are dangerous - leave them to the professionals.

RT @mcfrsPIO: Fireworks Safety @mwcog fire chiefs from @mcfrs, @PGFDNews, @dcfireems, @ArlingtonVaFD uniting to promote fireworks safety in….

Huge thanks to our fire chiefs from @mcfrs, @PGFDNews, @dcfireems, and @ArlingtonVaFD for uniting to promote fireworks safety in the region. Our safety demo underscored the potential for critical injuries—reminding us why it’s best to leave it to the pros.

RT @NWS_BaltWash: Flash Flood Warning including Arlington VA, Silver Spring MD and Centreville VA until 6:00 PM EDT

RT @dcfireems: As July 4th approaches, our Fire Prevention team are out sharing fireworks safety tips. It's also has been a year since the….

RT @mcfrsPIO: MEDIA ADVISORY.Firework Safety ‘Live’ Demo.Location: Montgomery County Public Safety Training, 8751 Snouffer School Rd, Gaith….

🎆Tomorrow, fire officials from DC, MD, and VA will gather for a media briefing and live demo on fireworks safety to demonstrate the dangers of handling fireworks ahead of this Fourth of July. The event will be held at the MoCo Public Safety Training Academy at 11:45 a.m.

🚍 Better Bus is coming! 🚌✨.On Sunday, June 29, Metro will launch the new bus network—designed to serve you better through a faster, more frequent, and more reliable network. Explore maps & more at #wmata

RT @wmata: 🎶 Better Bus, tell me what’s your function? 🎶 Check out the new bus network— explained in a song! 🚌 http….

RT @capitalweather: Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments lifted the drought watch that was in place for nearly a year. About 9-13….