Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a townhouse fire in the 8800 block of Thomas Lea Ter in Montgomery Village early Saturday morning. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the exterior fire was located around the chimney, with minimal interior extension.
There were no injuries reported and all occupants have been accounted for. Two adults, one dog, and two cats have been displaced. The cause of the fire is under investigation. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.
ICYMI (early this morn) 8800 Thomas Lea Ter, Montgomery Village, TH, exterior fire in area around chimney (minimal interior extension) Occupants accounted for, no injuries. (2 adults, 1 dog, 2 cats displaced) Red Cross assisted, @mcfrs PE708, E717 arrived first & encountered fire pic.twitter.com/uPvttm812g
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) September 2, 2023