Crime & Safety
Small Fire In Ellicott City Under Control: HCDFRS
Crews were called to Ellicott City Sunday afternoon for a fire, the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services reported.

ELLICOTT CITY, MD — A small fire broke out in Ellicott City Sunday afternoon, according to authorities. The residents had evacuated, officials reported.
Firefighters were dispatched to the 4900 block of Owens Court, where there was a small blaze on the second floor.
By 2:50 p.m., the fire was declared under control, according to the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services.
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