Photo of Fire & Rescue teams fighting the fire at the 13500 Block of Rumsey Court.[/caption] The Prince William Department of Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the 13500 Block of Rumsey Court in Bristow, Saturday at 5:05 p.m., to respond to a townhouse fire.
When firefighters arrived they witnessed “heavy fire showing from the rear of the structure,” and “extensive damage to the one townhouse” said Prince William Fire & Rescue Assistant Chief Matt Smolsky.
The fire severely damaged one home and caused moderate damage to attached units.
"Everyone was evacuated safely," Smolsky said.
We have since learned that two family of two adults and a total of five children were displaced. The Red Cross has offered its assistance.
Fire & Rescue Hose truck set up on Benchmark Lane in the Kingbrooke community.[/caption] One occupant received treatment for a “very minor injury,” and no firefighters were injured.
The fire was under control by approximately 6:15 p.m.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
A GoFundMe page exists to help one of the families affected.
Additionally, Kingbrooke will hold a clothing and home goods drive, July 27 from 7-9 p.m. at their clubhouse to assist the families.
Womens' Medium and 2X clothing needed; Men's Medium and XL, plus, items for an 18-month old baby, 7 and 13-year old girls.
The clubhouse is located at 9101 Braided Stream Drive.
We will update if we receive more information!
Article update July 27 at 1:30 p.m.
Photos by Stacy Shaw.
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