Picture courtesy of the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department
Prince Frederick, MD – State officials reported a house fire that occurred Friday afternoon, Feb. 20 on Diane Court in Prince Frederick was caused by an electrical malfunction. The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office estimated the total loss of the two-story, wood-framed structure and its contents was $125,000.
“The fire was caused by an electrical malfunction in a second-floor bedroom.” Dfm. John Nelson stated. “The fire caused moderate damage to the house, displacing the nine occupants of the home. The family is being assisted by the American Red Cross.”
The fire marshal’s office identified the homeowner as Chester Hutchins. The fire, which was reported at 4:40 p.m., was discovered by an occupant of the home.
Thirty-five firefighters from Prince Frederick, Benedict, Huntingtown and St. Leonard were dispatched to the one-alarm blaze and brought the flames under control in 10 minutes.
No injuries were reported.
Contact Marty Madden at marty.madden@thebaynet.com
Posted by the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department (Company 2)
On Feb. 20 at 4:32 p.m., Company 2 was alerted for a house fire. Engine 22, Engine 21, Tower 2, Squad 2, Tanker 2, and Chief 2C responded to a house on Diane Court. Units arrived and found a two-story, split-level with fire showing. Crews found a fire in the back bedroom with extension to the attic. Company 2 units operated for two hours.
Original report from The Bay Net Staff posted Friday, Feb. 20
Advisory….Sources confirm that around 5 p.m. fire and rescue units from Calvert County were dispatched to a house fire on Diane Court in the Prince Frederick area. More details as they become available.