Maugansville Home Destroyed in Sunday Blaze

Fire causes nearly $500,000 in damages but no injuries reported

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A Sunday afternoon fire in Maugansville, Maryland has gutted a single-family home, causing an estimated $350,000 in structural damage and $100,000 in damage to the home's contents. First responders were called to the scene on Pinehill Drive just before 4:45pm, where they battled the blaze for over two hours. Fortunately, no injuries were reported to either the occupants or firefighters.

Why it matters

House fires can have devastating impacts on families, both in terms of the financial toll and the emotional trauma. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and prevention measures, as well as the critical role that first responders play in protecting communities.

The details

The fire originated in the home's sunroom and quickly spread. A total of 69 firefighters worked to control the flames over the course of a two-hour battle. An investigation is still underway to determine the cause of the blaze, but the American Red Cross is assisting the five displaced residents.

  • The fire was reported just before 4:45pm on Sunday, February 8th, 2026.

The players

Hagerstown Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and battled the blaze.

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The takeaway

This devastating fire serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of fire safety and the need for continued vigilance in protecting our homes and communities from such disasters.