Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a large barn fire along Laytonsville Road (Route 108) in Laytonsville early Monday morning.
According to MCFRS spokesperson Pete Piringer, approximately 75 firefighters responded to the 100-by-75-foot barn, which was well-involved when crews arrived. The barn contained multiple large round hay bales and farm equipment.
Damage is estimated at more than $300,000. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire remains undetermined and under investigation. Spontaneous combustion is under consideration, though officials have not ruled out other possible causes.
Laytonsville, MD – An aerial view of the scene following an overnight hay barn fire in the area of Griffith Rd off of Laytonsville Rd. MCFRS crews remain on scene this morning. @mcfrsPIO @HHFireProds @ArmisteadIsaac @mcfrs #mcfrs @MoCoFireWire @Lawzfirephotos @command11b @MCFRSNews
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