Salisbury Barn Fire

Photo: Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal 

WICOMICO COUNTY, MD - The Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a Wednesday afternoon structure fire that occurred in Salisbury. 

Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a structure fire that occurred on Coulbourn Mill Road in Salisbury, Maryland at approximately 2:25pm Wednesday. The structure, described as a "barn" or "workshop" was discovered by a family member working in the building, according to officials.

Officials say 20 firefighters took approximately 30 minutes to control the fire. 

The estimated loss of the structure is $50,000 and the contents are estimated at $20,000 in losses. Authorities say the origin of the incident was the interior of a junction/panel box where a reported electrical malfunction took place. 

No injuries to occupants or firefighters were reported. 

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