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Breaking: Smoke Fills Oxon Hill Apartment Due to Burnt Food

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 18, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 18, 2026 08:54 PM EDT

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January 18, 2026 | Oxon Hill, MD

Smoke filled an apartment due to burnt food, causing minor damage and requiring ventilation by first responders. The incident took place in Apartment 102 at 643 Audrey Lane on Jan. 18 at 8:48 p.m. Firefighters held one unit and one additional resource on scene to ventilate the area and ensure safety. No injuries were reported, and the situation was brought under control without further complications.

Smoke in Apartment 102 from burnt food holding 1&1 to ventilate.Smoke in Apartment 102 from burnt food holding 1&1 to ventilate.

Authorities confirmed the smoke was contained to the single unit, with no risk of fire spread. Residents were briefly advised to remain clear while ventilation efforts were underway.

This event underscores the importance of kitchen safety to prevent such incidents in multi-unit dwellings.

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