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News Breaking News Heavy Fire Engulfs Townhouse Deck, Spreads to Interior and Nearby Building

Heavy Fire Engulfs Townhouse Deck, Spreads to Interior and Nearby Building

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March 23, 2026 | Gaithersburg, MD

Firefighters are battling intense flames on the rear deck of a townhouse in Gaithersburg, Maryland, where the blaze has extended into the home and to an adjacent structure. The incident was reported on March 23 at 7:01 p.m. Crews arrived to heavy fire conditions and launched immediate efforts to contain the spread while safeguarding neighboring properties. No information is available yet on potential injuries, evacuations or the fire's cause.

Fire Department On Scene heavy fire on rear deck with extension to interior of a townhouse and an exposureHeavy Fire Engulfs Townhouse Deck, Spreads to Interior and Nearby Building

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