MILFORD, Del. - A fire in Milford Sunday has been ruled accidental.
Authorities say the fire happened on Feb. 5 shortly after 8 p.m. in the 7100 block of Elgin Drive. The Carlisle Fire company responded to the fire along with neighboring fire companies.
Deputies say the fire damaged a three story, occupied townhouse causing around $100,000 in damages including exposure damage to five other units.
Officials say, the fire started because of an electrical malfunction in the electric service panel inside a ground floor, attached garage.
Authorities say several residents have been displaced and the American Red Cross has been notified to provide emergency assistance to those in need.