Townhouse Fire in Germantown

Montgomery County firefighters responded to a chimney fire at 12875 Climbing Ivy Drive in Germantown overnight.

Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer said two adults and two cats were displaced from their end row townhouse by the blaze. He said damage is estimated at $150,000.

U/D Climbing Ivy Dr, Germantown, chimney fire w/ extension, fire is out & #mcfrs units clear, 2 adults & 2 cats displaced, damage >$150k

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November 15, 2014

(1215a) 12875 Climbing Ivy Dr, Germantown, fire in end of the row townhouse, addl fire/rescue units assisted

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November 15, 2014

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