Small Washer Fire Reported in New Castle Apartment Laundry

January 18, 2026 | New Castle, DE

A small fire broke out in the laundry room of a three-story garden apartment building at 550 S. Dupont Hwy on Jan. 18 at 9:23 a.m. Firefighters from Engine 28 arrived promptly to tackle the minor washer fire. One firefighter and one additional resource remained on scene to manage the situation. No injuries occurred, and the blaze was swiftly extinguished.

e28 Reporting a small washer fire in the laundry room of a 3 Story garden Apartment. holding 1 & 1.

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