Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department units responded to a townhouse fire Wednesday at approximately 12:30 p.m., in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County. The single-family home is located in the 5600 block of Ridge View Drive in the Rose Hill area.
Firefighters encountered smoke and fire coming from the roof of the two-story townhouse upon arrival. Firefighters conducted an aggressive fire attack and quickly brought the fire under control. Two adults and two children were at home when the fire broke out and escaped unharmed. All occupants have been displaced. Red Cross support was offered but declined by the occupants.
Damage is estimated at $50,000.
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The fire was accidental. A lightning strike caused the fire.
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