CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. — A two-alarm fire has severely damaged more than a dozen apartments in Chesapeake Beach, leaving approximately 25 residents displaced.
Authorities say the fire caused an estimated $1.5 million in damage and an estimated $250,000 in content damage.
Flames broke out around 6:30 Monday morning in the 3900 block of Gordon Stinnett Avenue.
Here are some photos shared out by the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office
Chesapeake Beach apartment complex damaged in fire, 25 residents displaced
Luckily, all residents of the complex are accounted for.
It's believed the fire originated on a first-level balcony in the courtyard area.
So far there is no evidence of foul play.
High winds also contributed to the fire rapidly spreading leading to even more damage.
