Update 8:00pm –
Deputy State Fire Marshals investigated the cause of a two alarm fire at the Goad Saw Mill located at 5957 Brandywine Road in Hughesville, Maryland.
The 1:12 p.m. accidental blaze originated near the electric motor attached to the saw. Employees operating the equipment at the time of the incident observed a large flame come from the motor and quickly shut down the operation and attempted to extinguish the flames. The fire quickly grew out of control and staff evacuated the area. Over 100 firefighters responded from Charles, Calvert, St. Mary’s and Prince Georges Counties and gained control of the blaze within approximately two hours.
The saw mill and three trailers located on the property were heavily damaged as result of the blaze. Damage estimates are in excess of one million dollars. No injuries were reported during the incident.
Original Report –
Southern Maryland firefighters are currently battling a fire at Goad Lumber Yard on 5959 Brandywine Road in Hughesville. We have a reporter on the scene and will give you more information as soon as it is available.
