Shortly after fire crews arrived, there was a partial collapse of the second floor in one unit.
Frederick, Md. (DG) – A large fire nearly destroyed seven townhomes in Frederick Friday morning.
Frederick County Code Enforcement Officers and recycling crews were in the 500 blk of Carrollton Drive around 9 a.m. when they noticed fire coming from the roof of several townhomes.
They started to knock on the doors to alert residents.
“When firefighters arrived there were four units showing fire from the front and side,” said Sarah Campbell, spokesperson for Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services.
The fire eventually spread to the entire unit, which included seven townhomes.
“There were about 75 personnel on location, overhaul will be extensive,” Campbell said.
Shortly after fire crews arrived, there was a partial collapse of the second floor in one unit.
Three volunteer firefighters were taken to the hospital for evaluation for heat exhaustion.
The Frederick County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire.
Photos from Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services
