UPDATE: No injuries after house fire in Prince Frederick, cause under investigation – Southern Maryland News Net

On Saturday, August 17, 2024, at approximately 1:08 a.m., firefighters from Prince Frederick, Huntingtown, St. Leonard, Solomons and Charles County were dispatched to the 4900 block of Sandy Point Road in Prince Frederick for a report of a possible house fire.

A caller to 911 reported that the garage was on fire and that cats were trapped in the basement.

The first responders to arrive found a one-story attached garage fully engulfed in flames that extended into the two-story home. The fire control center was in operation, so additional firefighters from Calvert, St. Mary's and Charles County came to the scene.

Within seven minutes of dispatch, emergency responders arrived on scene, established multiple attack lines, and reported that the garage roof had collapsed.

Police arrived on scene to assist with traffic control and angry homeowners.

It has been confirmed that all residents and pets have left the house and are registered.

The American Red Cross was requested for 4 adults and 1 child.

The Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office investigated the cause of the fire. SMECO secured utility lines to the residence.

All photos courtesy of Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department.

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