Firefighters Battle House Fire in Damascus

Montgomery County firefighters are at investigating what ignited a house fire in the 9400 block of Watkins Road in Damascus.

Fire and Rescue spokesperson Pete Piringer said there was heavy smoke in the house upon the firefighters’ arrival. He said the fire is under control, and paramedics are evaluating one person who was at the house.

There are road closures in the area because of the fire department’s activity.

So far, no word on what sparked the blaze.

Traffic Advisory – 9400blk Watkins Rd, btwn Rt124 & Log House Rd, Blocked by FD activity, house fire w/ FD tankers & water shuttle in area

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 20, 2016

Update – Watkins Road, fire(s) under control, EMS evaluating one adult occupant

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 20, 2016

Update – Watkins Rd, fire knocked in living room & in garage, non hydrant area, FD water tankers assisting, EMS evaluating occupant

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 20, 2016

9430 Watkins Rd., Damascus, house fire, FFs investigating heavy smoke in house

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 20, 2016

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