MARYLAND STATE FIRE MARSHAL Notice of Investigation DATE: 1/28/2014
TIME: 11:15 p.m.
TYPE OF INCIDENT:
FIRE
SUBMITTED BY: DFM Don Brenneman
EXPLOSIVE
OTHER:
LOCATION / ADDRESS: 4313 Cassell Blvd, Prince Frederick, Calvert County, MD DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE / PROPERTY: Two Story Single Family Dwelling OWNER / OCCUPANT(S): Edward and Linda Burns INJURIES OR DEATHS: None ESTIMATED $ LOSS:
STRUCTURE $100,000.00
CONTENTS: $50,000.00
SMOKE ALARM STATUS: Yes, working FIRE ALARM / SPRINKLER STATUS: No ARREST(S) (IF APPLICABLE): N/A RESPONDING STATE FIRE MARSHAL(S): DFM Don Brenneman RESPONDING FIRE DEPARTMENT: Prince Frederick, Huntingtown, St Leonard, Benedict, North Beach Volunteer Fire Departments # OF ALARMS: 1 # OF FIREFIGHTERS: 52 TIME TO CONTROL: 20 min. DISCOVERED BY: Owner AREA OF ORIGIN: Electrical Panel in garage PRELIMINARY CAUSE: Accidental – electrical malfunction ASSISTING AGENCIES: OTHER
ATF
FBI
MSP
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The accidental fire occurred as the result of an electrical panel malfunction located in the garage of the residence. No injuries were reported; however, the occupants have been displaced and are being assisted by family and friends. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: OSFM - Southern Regional Office, 443-550-6820