The Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Fire Marshal’s Office (LCFR-FMO) investigation determined Saturday’s house fire in the Unit block of N. Berlin Pike was accidental, caused by a failure of an energized electrical cord. Three patients were evaluated on scene but did not require transport. Five occupants were displaced and are receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. Damages were estimated at $416,166 for the structure and contents.
Just before 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026, the Loudoun County Emergency Communications Center received multiple 9-1-1 calls for a reported structure fire in Lovettsville. Units from Lovettsville, Purcellville, Lucketts, Hamilton, Loudoun Heights, and Leesburg, as well as Frederick County, Maryland, and multiple command and safety officers responded to the scene. Crews arrived on scene to find a one-story single-family home with heavy fire showing from the rear deck with extension into the home. Firefighters initiated an interior fire attack and extinguished the fire, while a search of the residence was conducted and confirmed no occupants were inside.
During this incident, it was determined the home was not equipped with working smoke alarms. Smoke alarms are your family’s first line of defense during a fire emergency, providing you an early alert and giving you time to safely escape. All homes should have working smoke alarms on every level, outside each sleeping area and inside each bedroom. For important smoke alarm information or to get a free assessment, visit loudoun.gov/smokealarms. It is also important to use extension cords safely, never overloading them or using them in place of permanent wiring. Do not use extension cords for more than one appliance, and ensure the extension cord or temporary power strip you are using is rated for the products to be plugged in. Visit the Electrical Safety Foundation International website for more extension cord safety tips.
Additional fire prevention and life safety information is available on our website or by calling the LCFR-FMO at 703-737-8600.
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