Press Release - February 22, 2005

Date:
February 22, 2005

Contact:
Matthew Owens., CFI, CFPS - Chief Deputy Fire Marshal
Phone: (410) 632-5666 Ext.2; Email: mowens@wcfmo.org

DWELLING DAMAGED BY FIRE IN OCEAN PINES

“The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a dwelling fire at 11746

Riverview Drive, Ocean Pines, Maryland which occurred on February 18, 2005 at

approximately 14:40 hours. The fire was reported by neighbors. The dwelling involved

in the fire was not occupied at the time of the fire. Arriving fire units from the Ocean

Pines and Showell Volunteer Fire Companies reported heavy smoke showing with fire

extending from the second floor roof area of an attached garage. Firefighters from

the Berlin Volunteer Fire Company assisted in the extinguishment of the fire.

Firefighters remained on the scene for approximately two hours. No injuries were

reported. The fire originated in an attached garage and quickly extended into the

dwelling. The cause of the fire is listed as undetermined and the investigation is

continuing.”

Scene Photos
(Photos By: Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Matthew Owens)

For further information, the Worcester County Fire Marshal's Office can be reached by calling 410-632-5666 or on the web at www.wcfmo.org.