Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a fire at the 1121 University Blvd W at University Towers II in Silver Spring early Sunday afternoon.
According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, multiple units responded and saw smoke on the 5th floor. By 1:21pm the fire was out and firefighters were clearing smoke conditions on upper floors of the complex. The fire originated in a bedroom on the 5th floor and was likely caused by burning incense (too close to combustible spray used to neutralize food odor).
Fire department activity temporarily closed some lanes on Arcola Ave and some residents evacuated while others sheltered on their balconies. The fire was confined to the room of origin and there were no injuries.
University, Towers II, 1121 University Blvd. W., near Sligo Creek Parkway, smoke on fifth floor, @mcfrs PE718, AT718, PE716, E705, PE719, PE712, T716, AT719, RS742, A742B, BC704, BC701 & others responded & on scene
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) October 8, 2023