February 16, 2021
On February 15, 2021, at 7:11 p.m., firefighters in St. Mary’s County responded to 37240 Gibson Road in Bushwood, for the reported chimney fire that was believed to have spread into the attic.
Crews arrived on the scene to find a one story single family dwelling with fire showing from all four sides.
70 firefighters responded and controlled the fire in approximately 45 minutes.
The estimated loss of structure and contents is valued at 400,000.00
Investigation determined the fire started in the ceiling space and caused by the chimney. The resident discovered the fire and escaped the residence without injury.
The owner, identified as Joyce Donaldson, was transported to an area hospital due to a medical emergency. Two firefighters suffered minor injuries and have since been treated and released from an area hospital.