Historic Home In Carroll County Damaged By Fire

The cause is labeled as accidental.

House on Fenby Farm Rd damaged by fire   (Photo from the Md. State Fire Marshal’s Office)

Westminster, Md (KM) Fire damaged a three-story historic home in Carroll County Thursday morning.

Shortly before 10:30 AM, fire fighters were dispatched to the 1000 block of Fenby Farm Road in Westminster for a house fire. They spent two hours bringing the flames under control. No one was injured.

Damage is estimated at $200,000.

Investigators say the fire was accidental due to the ignition of roofing materials. The fire was discovered by contractors who were working on the roof.

By Kevin McManus