Three-Alarm Fire Damages at Least Five MD Townhomes

According to a report from WJZ, at least five three-story townhomes in Edgewood, Maryland, suffered heavy damage from a raging fire early Monday morning.

Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company (JMVFC) units were dispatched to the 1900 block of Brookside Court at around 5:30 a.m. On arrival, crews found heavy fire showing. 

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No injuries have been reported. The JMVFC has said the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal is now on scene. 

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Fire officials are not yet sure how many have been displaced. 

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