DC Water officials face questions from Congress on Potomac River sewage spill

Plus: MoCo fire department surpasses overtime budget for 12th consecutive year; Montgomery County pools open for the summer this Saturday

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May 21, 2026 6:00 a.m. | Updated: May 21, 2026 1:28 a.m.

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Federal and local officials, including DC Water, testified before Congress on Wednesday, answering questions about the January Potomac River sewage spill. DC Water CEO David Gadis said the projected cost of repairs has significantly increased, from an original estimate of $20 million to between $50 million and $60 million. [Fox 5 DC]

MoCo fire department surpasses overtime budget for 12th consecutive year

Since 2014, the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service has exceeded its overtime budget each fiscal year for 12 years. In fiscal year 2025, the department overspent its overtime budget by $15.1 million. That number is expected to be $11.7 million for fiscal year 2026. [The Banner]

Montgomery County pools open for the summer this Saturday

On Saturday, Montgomery County’s seven swimming pools will open up for the summer season. On Memorial Day, pools will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. [Montgomery Community Media]

Today’s weather: High of 66 degrees with rain showers possible throughout the day.

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