HENDERSON ROAD HOUSE FIRE CAUSED BY IMPROPER DISPOSAL OF SMOKING MATERIALS
Caroline County, MD - A devastating house fire has consumed a single-family dwelling on Henderson Road in Marydel, Caroline County, Maryland. The incident, which occurred at a one-story, wood-framed house, resulted in an estimated $125,000.00 in damages to the structure and its contents.
Smoke alarms were present in the house and activated, alerting the occupants of the home and allowing for a quick evacuation.
The fire started at the property's exterior rear deck and quickly extended into the attic space. Preliminary investigations by the authorities have identified the probable cause as accidental due to the improper disposal of smoking materials.
Nearly 35 firefighters from the Marydel Volunteer Fire Company and assisting agencies responded to the incident. Despite their commendable efforts, it took approximately half an hour to bring the inferno under control.
The occupants have been temporarily displaced due to the extensive damage to the property. As they grapple with the aftermath, they are being assisted by their family members.
Smoke alarms were present in the house and activated, alerting the occupants of the home and allowing for a quick evacuation.
The fire started at the property's exterior rear deck and quickly extended into the attic space. Preliminary investigations by the authorities have identified the probable cause as accidental due to the improper disposal of smoking materials.
Nearly 35 firefighters from the Marydel Volunteer Fire Company and assisting agencies responded to the incident. Despite their commendable efforts, it took approximately half an hour to bring the inferno under control.
The occupants have been temporarily displaced due to the extensive damage to the property. As they grapple with the aftermath, they are being assisted by their family members.
