Sydney Persing
@sydneypersing
News anchor and reporter @fox5dc. @UNCMJschool alum & former @GoHeels athlete. Jewish Jersey girl, cat mommy to Fenway. Most proud to be my parents' daughter.
Update - N. Leisure World/Pine Orchard Dr, Leisure World, dispatched for vehicle into flooding high/water. @mcfrs BT725 made shallow water crossing w/ 1 rescued from vehicle 
Water Rescue -,N Leisure World Blvd near Pine Orchard Dr, Leisure World, 1 vehicle stranded in ~2ft of water, @mcfrs BT725, BT740, PE740, BC704, T725, M725 & others on scene
NEW: Child, 9, dies at Hersheypark's The Boardwalk water park | FOX 5 DC. @sydneypersing reports on the latest. @OhMyGOFF fox29.com/news/child-9-d…
VIDEO: Vehicle catches fire, spreads to 3 other vehicles in Virginia fox5dc.com/news/video-veh…
#Breaking The intersection of Spring Street & Colesville Road in Silver Spring is shut down for a pedestrian struck. The pedestrian is an adult male and has been transported to an area hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver remained on scene. The call…
A vehicle in Arlington County caught on fire and spread to other vehicles, causing serious damage. fox5dc.com/news/video-veh…
"I slept in my parents room for almost a year. I made them double lock every door and make sure no one was hiding. I have not slept through a single night since this happened." - Bethany Funke
What a strong young woman. And what a kind, kind man.
Singer Jelly Roll struggles to make it through his song after noticing a young fan who recently lost her mother. The girl was seen crying in the stands while holding up a sign about her mom. “What a strong young lady it takes to be here representing your mama like that. And I'm…
A much needed change in the forecast. A cold front clears through the area tonight and brings in not only cooler temperatures but much lower humidity for the first half of the week. Be sure to get outside on Tuesday and soak it all in! #dcwx #mdwx #vawx @fox5dc
Saturday, July 19, 2025, (A-Shift), Montgomery Fire & Rescue Service emergency crews responded to Total 429 incidents, including 285 EMIHS (medical), 92 Fire, 52 Others @mcfrs Can Notice, Can Relate, Can Adapt - Gardez Bien - Guarded Well
#Fox5DC is on after baseball. I'll have a live report from this scene. You can watch #Fox5DC on the #FoxLocal app. Busy weather afternoon, @sydneypersing @cesar_wx and I will help you #StayAhead on this Saturday Night.
Check this out. Car swept up by flood waters. AND an estimated 20 people stuck inside a building who are trapped by flood waters. In the last few minutes, it appears first responders think the flood waters have finally receded enough for them to get out. #Fox5DC #FoxLocal
Portions of Beltway urban flooding @montgomerycomd @MDSHA
Training thunderstorms leading to multiple reports of Flash Flooding and water rescues on the northern half of the Beltway as heavy downpours soak the region. 🌧️
Dangerous situation in many parts of our area. We are here at Sligo Creek. Take a look at how fast this water is rushing right now. #Fox5DC #FoxLocal
The entirety of Sligo Creek Parkway is closed down to flooding.
Statement RE Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Regarding Water Discharge Incident From Fire Station onto Local Ballfield (Blair Local Park) bit.ly/46MFrjC SEE @mcfrs Blog mcfrs.blogspot.com/2025/07/montgo…
The @mcfrs FS716 (Four Corners) & ballfield (Blair Local Park) have coexisted as neighbors for years. We understand the importance of this venue to the community & we apologize to the players, teams involved, Cal Ripken League & fans for any inconvenience that may have resulted.
Update 10:25 a.m. - Boil Water Advisory Remains in Effect for Customers in the Hyattsville, Cheverly, Seat Pleasant, Capitol Heights and Other Nearby Areas of Prince George’s County, Maryland Following a Water Main Break Click Interactive Map to View Impacted Areas…
WSSC WATER BOIL WATER ADVISORY: WSSC Water has issued a Boil Water Advisory (BWA) for approximately 11,200 customers in several areas of Prince George’s County following a 16-inch diameter water main break at 5540 Columbia Park in Hyattsville, near the Cheverly Metro Station.…
Florida Rep. Cory Mills facing eviction from his DC apartment fox5dc.com/news/florida-r…
We were there today as @USAttyPirro announced a convicted bank robber turned Georgetown Law professor was found guilty of assaulting his wife, contempt and obstructing justice @fox5dc
consider yourself very lucky to get these calls
First time anchoring with @shomaristone — Thank you for showing me the ropes! @fox5dc
Video showing significant flooding in Laurel, MD. Footage is from 6:30 p.m. Courtesy: Hannah Tuinstra @fox5dc