Dryer Fire Extends to Structure

On November 9 at 1551 hours (3:51 pm), Box Alarm 1-1 was dispatched for smoke in the building at the Mt. Airy Laundromat in the 200 block of Ridgeville Blvd. First arriving E-12 reported smoke showing from sides A and C. Howard E-41 picked up E-12's split lay and took the hydrant across the street. Crews from additional responding units assisted with back up lines, ventilation, and opening the ceiling in the laundromat. Damage was contained to the laundromat with minor heat and smoke damage to the House of Style Salon on the upper level. The fire originated in a dryer vent and extended in to the ceiling area causing moderate damage. The fire was controlled in approximately 20 minutes. Support was also received from the Town of Mt. Airy (water shutoff), Maryland State Police, and the Carroll County Sheriff's (sreet closure and traffic control). Units were all clear by 1745 hours (5:45 pm)