Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a single-family home fire on Beaver Terrace in Aspen Hill on Monday after multiple 911 callers reported a house and rear deck on fire shortly before 2:45 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and fire, and the blaze was brought under control, though the home sustained significant damage.
According to MCFRS, the fire originated from a vehicle fire in the driveway that extended into the structure of the house. Total damage is estimated at approximately $400,000, including $300,000 in structural damage and $100,000 in contents. Four adults, one child, and one dog were displaced as a result of the fire. No injuries were reported, and about 85 firefighters responded while working in extremely cold conditions.
The incident remains under investigation.
Update (~245p on 12/15) Beaver Terr; Origin/Cause, vehicle fire in driveway, extended to house structure; Damage (total) $400K, incl $300K structure, $100K contents; 4 adults, 1 child & 1 dog displaced; no injuries; ~85 @mcfrs FFs responded https://t.co/YJekruMRxa pic.twitter.com/DJV0RxGPxh
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) December 16, 2025
