Boonsboro Fire Ruled Accidental

The fire originated in an attached garage of a single family dwelling.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD.  (LG)  A fire that happened Thursday night in Boonsboro has been ruled accidental. That’s according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. Investigators said it was caused by improperly discarded ashes from a wood stove.

It took place in the 16000 block of Bakersville Road, according to a press release.   Authorities said it took 40 firefighters 15 minutes to bring the blaze under control.

The fire originated in an attached garage of a two story single family dwelling. Fortunately, no one was injured, and the smoke alarms were present and activated.

Damage is estimated at $20,000.

 

By Loretta Gaines