JUVENILE PLAYING WITH MATCHES IS THE CAUSE OF WEDNESDAY MORNING FIRE IN WICOMICO COUNTY
Wicomico County, MD - On May 7, 2025, a small fire occurred in the quiet community of Parsonsburg, Maryland, specifically on the 7000 block of Jones Hastings Road. The fire originated from a box spring mattress in the bedroom of the home. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
The fire was determined to be accidental, caused by a juvenile occupant playing with matches. An adult occupant discovered the fire quickly and took immediate action, extinguishing the flames before the Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Department arrived.
The incident revealed that there were no smoke alarms present in the residence, a critical issue that the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office addressed by installing a smoke alarm after conducting their investigation.
The fire resulted in an estimated content loss of $200, but the structure itself remained intact, with no property damage.
This incident serves as an important reminder of the necessity of fire safety measures in every home, particularly the installation and maintenance of smoke alarms, which provide early warnings in the event of a fire.
The quick actions of the adult occupant played a crucial role in preventing more severe damage, highlighting the importance of preparedness and awareness during emergencies.
The fire was determined to be accidental, caused by a juvenile occupant playing with matches. An adult occupant discovered the fire quickly and took immediate action, extinguishing the flames before the Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Department arrived.
The incident revealed that there were no smoke alarms present in the residence, a critical issue that the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office addressed by installing a smoke alarm after conducting their investigation.
The fire resulted in an estimated content loss of $200, but the structure itself remained intact, with no property damage.
This incident serves as an important reminder of the necessity of fire safety measures in every home, particularly the installation and maintenance of smoke alarms, which provide early warnings in the event of a fire.
The quick actions of the adult occupant played a crucial role in preventing more severe damage, highlighting the importance of preparedness and awareness during emergencies.
