Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
@mcdotnow.bsky.social
Montgomery County, MD - Dept. of Transportation
101 Monroe Street, Rockville, MD 20850
Website> https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dot
Account Monitored: (Mon.- Fri. from 8:30am-5:00pm)
MCDOT Links> http://linktr.ee/MCDOTNow
101 Monroe Street, Rockville, MD 20850
Website> https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dot
Account Monitored: (Mon.- Fri. from 8:30am-5:00pm)
MCDOT Links> http://linktr.ee/MCDOTNow
Behind the wheel🚗is NOT the place to show off your multitasking skills!
#BeTheDriver who says NO🚫to #DistractedDriving!
#VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #VisionZero #headsupphonesdown
#BeTheDriver who says NO🚫to #DistractedDriving!
#VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #VisionZero #headsupphonesdown
February 7, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Behind the wheel🚗is NOT the place to show off your multitasking skills!
#BeTheDriver who says NO🚫to #DistractedDriving!
#VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #VisionZero #headsupphonesdown
#BeTheDriver who says NO🚫to #DistractedDriving!
#VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #VisionZero #headsupphonesdown
🚸ICYMI🚸
Data from Maryland's Department of Transportation shows road deaths in the state have dropped below 500 for the first time since 2014. https://wtop.com/maryland/2026/02/maryland-traffic-fatalities-down/ #visionzeromd #montgomerycountymd #maryland
Data from Maryland's Department of Transportation shows road deaths in the state have dropped below 500 for the first time since 2014. https://wtop.com/maryland/2026/02/maryland-traffic-fatalities-down/ #visionzeromd #montgomerycountymd #maryland
New data shows traffic deaths in Md. dropped to decade low - WTOP News
Data from Maryland’s Department of Transportation shows road deaths in the state have dropped below 500 for the first time since 2014.
wtop.com
February 7, 2026 at 8:20 PM
🚸ICYMI🚸
Data from Maryland's Department of Transportation shows road deaths in the state have dropped below 500 for the first time since 2014. https://wtop.com/maryland/2026/02/maryland-traffic-fatalities-down/ #visionzeromd #montgomerycountymd #maryland
Data from Maryland's Department of Transportation shows road deaths in the state have dropped below 500 for the first time since 2014. https://wtop.com/maryland/2026/02/maryland-traffic-fatalities-down/ #visionzeromd #montgomerycountymd #maryland
This #Sunday if you have an impaired🥂friend attempting to drive🚗❓ #BeTheDriver and call an audible: 🛑STOP🛑❗️ #BigGame
#ImpairedDriving #NFL #VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #MdTraffic WRAP
#ImpairedDriving #NFL #VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #MdTraffic WRAP
February 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
This #Sunday if you have an impaired🥂friend attempting to drive🚗❓ #BeTheDriver and call an audible: 🛑STOP🛑❗️ #BigGame
#ImpairedDriving #NFL #VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #MdTraffic WRAP
#ImpairedDriving #NFL #VisionZeroMC @zerodeathsmd.bsky.social #MdTraffic WRAP
⚠️👀BE ALERT👀⚠️ for blowing and drifting❄️ snow ❄️across @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social roadways today! @mcfrspio.bsky.social #MDRoads #MDTraffic @readymontgomery.bsky.social @marylanddot.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social #mdtraffic
February 7, 2026 at 4:27 PM
⚠️👀BE ALERT👀⚠️ for blowing and drifting❄️ snow ❄️across @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social roadways today! @mcfrspio.bsky.social #MDRoads #MDTraffic @readymontgomery.bsky.social @marylanddot.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social #mdtraffic
If driving during windy conditions, slow down, avoid large trucks and trailers, and watch for downed tree branches and power lines. Bridges and overpasses can be particularly dangerous, avoid them if you can. #BeWeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery
▶️weather.gov/safety/wind-during
▶️weather.gov/safety/wind-during
February 7, 2026 at 3:25 PM
If driving during windy conditions, slow down, avoid large trucks and trailers, and watch for downed tree branches and power lines. Bridges and overpasses can be particularly dangerous, avoid them if you can. #BeWeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery
▶️weather.gov/safety/wind-during
▶️weather.gov/safety/wind-during
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
The "Heads Up, Phones Down" short video contest held by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation is back. High schoolers can win prizes for the best videos focused on safe driving. Submit entries online before Feb. 28. Details: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DOT-PedSafety/HUPD/
February 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The "Heads Up, Phones Down" short video contest held by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation is back. High schoolers can win prizes for the best videos focused on safe driving. Submit entries online before Feb. 28. Details: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DOT-PedSafety/HUPD/
💨UPDATE💨
The MCDOT Division of Highway Services activated its Storm Operations Center at 7:00AM, this morning, with tree🌲crews on standby.
🚌Ride On bus will operate on a regular Saturday schedule.▶️ ow.ly/FKwV50YaKVL
@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social
The MCDOT Division of Highway Services activated its Storm Operations Center at 7:00AM, this morning, with tree🌲crews on standby.
🚌Ride On bus will operate on a regular Saturday schedule.▶️ ow.ly/FKwV50YaKVL
@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social
February 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM
💨UPDATE💨
The MCDOT Division of Highway Services activated its Storm Operations Center at 7:00AM, this morning, with tree🌲crews on standby.
🚌Ride On bus will operate on a regular Saturday schedule.▶️ ow.ly/FKwV50YaKVL
@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social
The MCDOT Division of Highway Services activated its Storm Operations Center at 7:00AM, this morning, with tree🌲crews on standby.
🚌Ride On bus will operate on a regular Saturday schedule.▶️ ow.ly/FKwV50YaKVL
@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @natalifg.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
STRONG MESSAGING about the seriousness of the cold and wind on Saturday from the National Weather Service. Power outages possible. Longest period with subzero wind chills in 30+ years.
A good day to stay inside, or bundle up big time if you have to be outside.
A good day to stay inside, or bundle up big time if you have to be outside.
February 7, 2026 at 4:06 AM
STRONG MESSAGING about the seriousness of the cold and wind on Saturday from the National Weather Service. Power outages possible. Longest period with subzero wind chills in 30+ years.
A good day to stay inside, or bundle up big time if you have to be outside.
A good day to stay inside, or bundle up big time if you have to be outside.
🚧NEW🚧
Emergency utility work at Democracy Blvd & Fernwood Rd beginning on or about Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Two WB right lanes of Democracy Blvd and one center lane of northbound Fernwood Rd will be blocked🚧. This closure will be a 24/7 operation for about 6 weeks. #mdroads
Emergency utility work at Democracy Blvd & Fernwood Rd beginning on or about Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Two WB right lanes of Democracy Blvd and one center lane of northbound Fernwood Rd will be blocked🚧. This closure will be a 24/7 operation for about 6 weeks. #mdroads
February 7, 2026 at 12:25 PM
🚧NEW🚧
Emergency utility work at Democracy Blvd & Fernwood Rd beginning on or about Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Two WB right lanes of Democracy Blvd and one center lane of northbound Fernwood Rd will be blocked🚧. This closure will be a 24/7 operation for about 6 weeks. #mdroads
Emergency utility work at Democracy Blvd & Fernwood Rd beginning on or about Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Two WB right lanes of Democracy Blvd and one center lane of northbound Fernwood Rd will be blocked🚧. This closure will be a 24/7 operation for about 6 weeks. #mdroads
🚇 This #Weekend 🚇
Metrorail Info weekend service for Saturday, February 7 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. 🔴Red Line🔴Trains will be single tracking between the Dupont Circle and Van Ness stations. ▶️ https://ow.ly/Ee9v50Y8npv (📸 from Metro ) #montgomerycountymd #mdcommuters
Metrorail Info weekend service for Saturday, February 7 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. 🔴Red Line🔴Trains will be single tracking between the Dupont Circle and Van Ness stations. ▶️ https://ow.ly/Ee9v50Y8npv (📸 from Metro ) #montgomerycountymd #mdcommuters
February 7, 2026 at 11:05 AM
🚇 This #Weekend 🚇
Metrorail Info weekend service for Saturday, February 7 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. 🔴Red Line🔴Trains will be single tracking between the Dupont Circle and Van Ness stations. ▶️ https://ow.ly/Ee9v50Y8npv (📸 from Metro ) #montgomerycountymd #mdcommuters
Metrorail Info weekend service for Saturday, February 7 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. 🔴Red Line🔴Trains will be single tracking between the Dupont Circle and Van Ness stations. ▶️ https://ow.ly/Ee9v50Y8npv (📸 from Metro ) #montgomerycountymd #mdcommuters
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
3:14 pm — Snow showers focus late afternoon into early evening
The steadiest periods of light snow are likely to occur over the next 1-2 hours. Anything that falls will stick.
Dusting to a half inch, but some slick spots are possible.
Spottier snow showers possible later into evening.
The steadiest periods of light snow are likely to occur over the next 1-2 hours. Anything that falls will stick.
Dusting to a half inch, but some slick spots are possible.
Spottier snow showers possible later into evening.
February 6, 2026 at 8:14 PM
3:14 pm — Snow showers focus late afternoon into early evening
The steadiest periods of light snow are likely to occur over the next 1-2 hours. Anything that falls will stick.
Dusting to a half inch, but some slick spots are possible.
Spottier snow showers possible later into evening.
The steadiest periods of light snow are likely to occur over the next 1-2 hours. Anything that falls will stick.
Dusting to a half inch, but some slick spots are possible.
Spottier snow showers possible later into evening.
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
Students enrolled in a high school, vocational/trade school, formal technical training program, college or university can save 50 percent on a one-way or monthly MARC Train ticket. For more on how to register, visit: https://www.mta.maryland.gov/special-fare-programs
February 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Students enrolled in a high school, vocational/trade school, formal technical training program, college or university can save 50 percent on a one-way or monthly MARC Train ticket. For more on how to register, visit: https://www.mta.maryland.gov/special-fare-programs
⚠️Reminder⚠️
Powerful winter storms can pack a windy💨punch🥊, knocking out power. Are you ready? ready.gov/kit #WeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery Montgomery County, MD Government #311MC311 #mcpnews @pepcoconnect.bsky.social
Powerful winter storms can pack a windy💨punch🥊, knocking out power. Are you ready? ready.gov/kit #WeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery Montgomery County, MD Government #311MC311 #mcpnews @pepcoconnect.bsky.social
February 6, 2026 at 7:20 PM
⚠️Reminder⚠️
Powerful winter storms can pack a windy💨punch🥊, knocking out power. Are you ready? ready.gov/kit #WeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery Montgomery County, MD Government #311MC311 #mcpnews @pepcoconnect.bsky.social
Powerful winter storms can pack a windy💨punch🥊, knocking out power. Are you ready? ready.gov/kit #WeatherReady PIO Pete Piringer Ready Montgomery Montgomery County, MD Government #311MC311 #mcpnews @pepcoconnect.bsky.social
During #BlackHistoryMonth, MCDOT and Ride On will celebrate the contributions African American have made to our local infrastructure. #BHM2026 #WashingtonDC #MDRoads #MDTraffic #roadways
February 6, 2026 at 5:40 PM
During #BlackHistoryMonth, MCDOT and Ride On will celebrate the contributions African American have made to our local infrastructure. #BHM2026 #WashingtonDC #MDRoads #MDTraffic #roadways
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
The Ride On Commuter Store schedule for the week of February 9, 2026 is as follows: ...
February 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Ride On Commuter Store schedule for the week of February 9, 2026 is as follows: ...
🚙🔌Driving electric this winter🔋❄️ ?
Cold weather can affect EV range but a few smart tips go a long way!
☑️Pre-warm your vehicle while plugged in
☑️Keep your battery charged
Stay powered, stay cozy! ⚡🚗💙
📋Learn more▶️ https://ow.ly/OqNu50Y8H0N #MCDOTParking #EVCharging #montgomerycountymd
Cold weather can affect EV range but a few smart tips go a long way!
☑️Pre-warm your vehicle while plugged in
☑️Keep your battery charged
Stay powered, stay cozy! ⚡🚗💙
📋Learn more▶️ https://ow.ly/OqNu50Y8H0N #MCDOTParking #EVCharging #montgomerycountymd
February 6, 2026 at 2:35 PM
🚙🔌Driving electric this winter🔋❄️ ?
Cold weather can affect EV range but a few smart tips go a long way!
☑️Pre-warm your vehicle while plugged in
☑️Keep your battery charged
Stay powered, stay cozy! ⚡🚗💙
📋Learn more▶️ https://ow.ly/OqNu50Y8H0N #MCDOTParking #EVCharging #montgomerycountymd
Cold weather can affect EV range but a few smart tips go a long way!
☑️Pre-warm your vehicle while plugged in
☑️Keep your battery charged
Stay powered, stay cozy! ⚡🚗💙
📋Learn more▶️ https://ow.ly/OqNu50Y8H0N #MCDOTParking #EVCharging #montgomerycountymd
💘LoveFlash Contest💘
Take pictures🤳 of a lighted LoveFlash bus and post to social media to be entered into a weekly drawing for a $35 gift card through Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.
😍 🔗 https://ow.ly/XZtb50Y7Rn2 #mdcommuters #rideonus #montgomerycountymd #silverspringmd
Take pictures🤳 of a lighted LoveFlash bus and post to social media to be entered into a weekly drawing for a $35 gift card through Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.
😍 🔗 https://ow.ly/XZtb50Y7Rn2 #mdcommuters #rideonus #montgomerycountymd #silverspringmd
February 6, 2026 at 12:35 PM
💘LoveFlash Contest💘
Take pictures🤳 of a lighted LoveFlash bus and post to social media to be entered into a weekly drawing for a $35 gift card through Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.
😍 🔗 https://ow.ly/XZtb50Y7Rn2 #mdcommuters #rideonus #montgomerycountymd #silverspringmd
Take pictures🤳 of a lighted LoveFlash bus and post to social media to be entered into a weekly drawing for a $35 gift card through Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.
😍 🔗 https://ow.ly/XZtb50Y7Rn2 #mdcommuters #rideonus #montgomerycountymd #silverspringmd
🏈Be a Party MVP🏈
Volunteer to be a designated driver. Let your team know that you’ll be there for them when the party’s over with a safe and sober ride home. Make the play of the day: Designate a sober driver.
🏈 Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
Volunteer to be a designated driver. Let your team know that you’ll be there for them when the party’s over with a safe and sober ride home. Make the play of the day: Designate a sober driver.
🏈 Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
February 5, 2026 at 11:45 PM
🏈Be a Party MVP🏈
Volunteer to be a designated driver. Let your team know that you’ll be there for them when the party’s over with a safe and sober ride home. Make the play of the day: Designate a sober driver.
🏈 Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
Volunteer to be a designated driver. Let your team know that you’ll be there for them when the party’s over with a safe and sober ride home. Make the play of the day: Designate a sober driver.
🏈 Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.
🧊Don’t let black ice sneak up on you!🧊
When recent snowmelt comes into contact with freezing temperatures, black ice can form — and you might not even see it. ▶️http://weather.gov/safety/winter #WeatherReady #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters
When recent snowmelt comes into contact with freezing temperatures, black ice can form — and you might not even see it. ▶️http://weather.gov/safety/winter #WeatherReady #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters
February 5, 2026 at 9:50 PM
🧊Don’t let black ice sneak up on you!🧊
When recent snowmelt comes into contact with freezing temperatures, black ice can form — and you might not even see it. ▶️http://weather.gov/safety/winter #WeatherReady #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters
When recent snowmelt comes into contact with freezing temperatures, black ice can form — and you might not even see it. ▶️http://weather.gov/safety/winter #WeatherReady #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters
Reposted by Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation
Have you heard? The NEW Ride On Flex Zone 918 launched in the Sandy Spring/New Hampshire Avenue area on February 2! Flex 918 is a different kind of Flex Zone with both fixed stops and a traditional Flex Zone. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/bLmH50Y7GLl
February 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Have you heard? The NEW Ride On Flex Zone 918 launched in the Sandy Spring/New Hampshire Avenue area on February 2! Flex 918 is a different kind of Flex Zone with both fixed stops and a traditional Flex Zone. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/bLmH50Y7GLl
🚦Reminder🚦
The Midblock Pedestrian signal at Broadbirch Drive is active. This is new signal is located south of the intersection of Cherry Hill Rd and Broadbirch Dr and is intended to provide safe crossing between the Kaiser Permanente facility & Orchard Center Shopping Center. #montgomerycountymd
The Midblock Pedestrian signal at Broadbirch Drive is active. This is new signal is located south of the intersection of Cherry Hill Rd and Broadbirch Dr and is intended to provide safe crossing between the Kaiser Permanente facility & Orchard Center Shopping Center. #montgomerycountymd
February 5, 2026 at 6:35 PM
🚦Reminder🚦
The Midblock Pedestrian signal at Broadbirch Drive is active. This is new signal is located south of the intersection of Cherry Hill Rd and Broadbirch Dr and is intended to provide safe crossing between the Kaiser Permanente facility & Orchard Center Shopping Center. #montgomerycountymd
The Midblock Pedestrian signal at Broadbirch Drive is active. This is new signal is located south of the intersection of Cherry Hill Rd and Broadbirch Dr and is intended to provide safe crossing between the Kaiser Permanente facility & Orchard Center Shopping Center. #montgomerycountymd
Are you looking for a💝Valentine's Day💝gift that will provide a fun, outdoor experience year round? How about #bikeshare ? With 8,000 bikes🚲, 800➕ stations across the DMV and access to E- bikes it's the perfect gift🎁!
Details🚲👉http://bit.ly/3hl4Ucu #MoCoBikes #bikemoco Capital Bikeshare #valentines
Details🚲👉http://bit.ly/3hl4Ucu #MoCoBikes #bikemoco Capital Bikeshare #valentines
February 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Are you looking for a💝Valentine's Day💝gift that will provide a fun, outdoor experience year round? How about #bikeshare ? With 8,000 bikes🚲, 800➕ stations across the DMV and access to E- bikes it's the perfect gift🎁!
Details🚲👉http://bit.ly/3hl4Ucu #MoCoBikes #bikemoco Capital Bikeshare #valentines
Details🚲👉http://bit.ly/3hl4Ucu #MoCoBikes #bikemoco Capital Bikeshare #valentines
📹ICYMI📹
@MontgomeryCoMD's ‘Heads🧑 Up☝️, Phones📵Down👇’ Teen Video Contest is accepting submissions through Friday, Feb. 28, 2026. ▶️ https://ow.ly/g4vr50Y8eUf @MCPS @MCPSEspanol @mcpsslu @MontCoExec @MoCoCouncilMD @VisionZeroMC #contest
@MontgomeryCoMD's ‘Heads🧑 Up☝️, Phones📵Down👇’ Teen Video Contest is accepting submissions through Friday, Feb. 28, 2026. ▶️ https://ow.ly/g4vr50Y8eUf @MCPS @MCPSEspanol @mcpsslu @MontCoExec @MoCoCouncilMD @VisionZeroMC #contest
February 5, 2026 at 3:05 PM
📹ICYMI📹
@MontgomeryCoMD's ‘Heads🧑 Up☝️, Phones📵Down👇’ Teen Video Contest is accepting submissions through Friday, Feb. 28, 2026. ▶️ https://ow.ly/g4vr50Y8eUf @MCPS @MCPSEspanol @mcpsslu @MontCoExec @MoCoCouncilMD @VisionZeroMC #contest
@MontgomeryCoMD's ‘Heads🧑 Up☝️, Phones📵Down👇’ Teen Video Contest is accepting submissions through Friday, Feb. 28, 2026. ▶️ https://ow.ly/g4vr50Y8eUf @MCPS @MCPSEspanol @mcpsslu @MontCoExec @MoCoCouncilMD @VisionZeroMC #contest
If you missed the chance to play our #TransportationTrivia Tuesday game this week, nows your chance. Answer all the questions correctly and you could win a prize!
🤔▶️https://ow.ly/oeSJ50Y9hqB #mdcommuters #montgomerycountymd #commuting
🤔▶️https://ow.ly/oeSJ50Y9hqB #mdcommuters #montgomerycountymd #commuting
February 5, 2026 at 1:43 PM
If you missed the chance to play our #TransportationTrivia Tuesday game this week, nows your chance. Answer all the questions correctly and you could win a prize!
🤔▶️https://ow.ly/oeSJ50Y9hqB #mdcommuters #montgomerycountymd #commuting
🤔▶️https://ow.ly/oeSJ50Y9hqB #mdcommuters #montgomerycountymd #commuting
👶Reminder👶
Bulky clothing can prevent a seat belt or harness from properly fitting your child. For winter car🚙 rides, keep blankets on hand to keep them warm!
Get more info▶️ https://bit.ly/3RpwfGP #VisionZeroMC #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters #commuting
Bulky clothing can prevent a seat belt or harness from properly fitting your child. For winter car🚙 rides, keep blankets on hand to keep them warm!
Get more info▶️ https://bit.ly/3RpwfGP #VisionZeroMC #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters #commuting
February 5, 2026 at 11:55 AM
👶Reminder👶
Bulky clothing can prevent a seat belt or harness from properly fitting your child. For winter car🚙 rides, keep blankets on hand to keep them warm!
Get more info▶️ https://bit.ly/3RpwfGP #VisionZeroMC #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters #commuting
Bulky clothing can prevent a seat belt or harness from properly fitting your child. For winter car🚙 rides, keep blankets on hand to keep them warm!
Get more info▶️ https://bit.ly/3RpwfGP #VisionZeroMC #mdroads #mdtraffic #mdcommuters #commuting