Mechanicsville, MD (September 5, 2024) – A fire that began outside quickly spread, engulfing a shed and threatening nearby homes on Prospect Hill Rd. The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene, where the shed and a fence between houses were fully involved in the flames.
Firefighters, led by Chief 2A, managed to bring the fire under control, but not before it spread dangerously close to a residence. Two individuals were evaluated by EMS as a precaution.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, and further details will be provided as the inquiry progresses.