Denton Deck Fire Under Investigation by MD State Fire Marshal’s Office


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A passerby spotted a fire at a home on Burrsville Road in Denton just before 4:30 Friday morning and called 9-1-1 and alerted the residents to the fire.

Denton Volunteer Firefighters found a exterior attached deck on fire and had the fire under control in about 25 minutes.

The Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating – and provided the occupants with smoke alarms as there were none present in the home. Damage is estimated at $20,000.

If anyone has information regarding this fire, please contact the Upper Eastern Regional Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal at 410-819-3500.

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