Medical


Yesterday there were 21,842 total positives.

explore all the official D.C. data here

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Wednesday, November 2, 2020 includes 322 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 22,164.

The District reported that two additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.

· 39-year-old male
· 61-year-old male

Tragically, 692 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)


Helicopters

Amanda sends this crazy photo from last night: “Wondering why the helicopters were flying over 395?”

Dave Statter reported yesterday: “Today’s I-395 drama is in the express lanes. Pursuit by @DCPoliceDept & others through Arlington, Alexandria & into Fairfax near Edsall. Vehicle reported to have been carjacked.”

Alan Henney reported: “update: Auto believed to be the one carjacked from Mont Co yesterday. All suspects in custody in the area of Edsall Rd.”

Side note: I was looking on AlertDC for some answers, which I didn’t realize was an “Unofficial feed of (mostly) DC Alert system” and before I spotted the “unofficial” part was marveling over this pinned tweet: (more…)


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fire

Thanks to DP, Abby, Bobby, Eric, iCan and Alex for sending photos. Developing. Updates as we learn more.

UPDATE: Dave Statter reports: “black smoke pouring from the vent on a roof in SW. Turns out to be GSA Building switching over to oil. DC Fire & EMS was dispatched quite a few blocks to the the west at the Trump Hotel in NW. All okay and units have cleared.”

From Helder Gil: “Source is the Feds’ heating plant HVAC system at 13 & C St SW

From DC Fire and EMS: “#DCsBravest have received many inquiries about black smoke seen near downtown. The smoke is coming from boilers at the GSA heating plant in Southwest. There is no fire and no emergency.” (more…)


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Rant/Revel


Photo by LaTur

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Holiday

From Moreland’s Tavern (5501 14th Street, NW):

“We have made up some of our classics for the holiday season. These are perfect for family, neighbors, bosses, employees, or even your favorite blogger!  These will come in a box ready to ship or wrap! (Legally we can not ship for you.)  These will be available starting today at 4pm onlineIf you are looking for a large quantity or personalized labels, please email [email protected].

Ed. Note: If you’re wondering why I’m always posting about Moreland’s Tavern it’s because I love Moreland’s! And John Denver. And gyros. And a good smoked whitefish.


Bloomingdale


727 8th Street, SE

From Summit to Soul:

“As you can see from the photo, a large piece of brick was thrown through our window in the middle of the night. We are fortunate this happened at a time when no one was in the shop; we are all safe and repairs are underway. However, incidents like this make being a small business so difficult – especially in 2020. We will pick up the pieces and carry on, just like we’ve navigated the rest of 2020. But what a rough way to start the holiday season.”

Ed. Note: Check out their great gear here.

Unfortunately a bunch of car windows have been smashed in Bloomingdale too: (more…)


Animal Fix

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“Sophie of Logan Circle takes a nap on Title 18 of the Social Security Act”

“Phoebe, 3 months, Hill East

One of her daddies has been able to socially distance while working solo at his office during the shutdown. Phoebe got to come in and play CFO for the day, although she booked some rather questionable transactions before being relieved of her duties.”