A Montgomery County home suffered $1M in damage after a fire sparked by a heat lamp near a chicken coop, officials report
Fire Causes Major Damage to Home in Montgomery County
Flames tore through a large single-family home on Phillips Oaks Drive in Montgomery County during an overnight fire. The fire caused a partial collapse and an estimated $1 million in damage.
Fire Response Details
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service crews were dispatched just before 12:40 a.m. to the 15800 block of Phillips Oaks Drive, off Spencerville Road, after an automatic fire alarm was activated.
Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire conditions and requested additional resources as flames spread throughout the home.
The fire grew to involve the entire structure, prompting defensive firefighting operations and the use of aerial tower ladder pipes.
Firefighter Efforts
More than 50 firefighters responded to the scene. They worked to contain the fire and protect nearby properties.
Fire officials reported a partial collapse of the structure during the incident.
The fire was brought under control, and crews remained on scene to manage conditions and ensure no further hazards.
Fire Origin and Damage
Fire officials said the fire started outside the home under a rear deck, near a chicken coop. A heat lamp is believed to be the likely ignition source.
The fire caused an estimated $1 million in damage, according to officials.
Occupant Safety
The lone occupant heard a noise, noticed fire involving the deck area, and escaped the home safely. The occupant went to a neighboring house and called 911.
No injuries were reported.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 15800 block of Phillips Oaks Drive, Montgomery County |
| Time of Dispatch | 12:40 a.m. |
| Firefighters Responded | More than 50 |
| Estimated Damage | $1 million |
| Occupant Status | Safe, no injuries reported |
