Nanjemoy, MD – The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office has concluded its investigation into an early morning house fire that occurred in the 2100 block of Sandy Point Road in Nanjemoy. The fire, which broke out shortly after midnight on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, has been ruled accidental, caused by improperly discarded smoking materials on the rear deck of the residence.

The home, a double-wide trailer, was occupied by six individuals—four adults and two children—who were alerted to the fire and escaped unharmed. The presence of a working smoke alarm played a key role in ensuring all residents were able to exit the home safely. The American Red Cross is currently assisting the displaced family.

Fire crews from the Nanjemoy Volunteer Fire Department responded promptly, with assistance from surrounding departments. Approximately 45 firefighters battled the blaze and brought it under control within 30 minutes. The fire was declared out at 1:10 a.m., with crews remaining on scene to extinguish hot spots and secure the property.

The total estimated damage is $150,000, including $125,000 to the structure and $25,000 to its contents.

Officials remind all residents to properly extinguish smoking materials and to never dispose of them near combustible materials or structures. Working smoke alarms remain a critical component in early fire detection and saving lives.