Severn, MD (March 12, 2026) – One firefighter was injured while crews battled a house fire at a home in the 1600 block of Redhaven Ct in Severn.
Emergency units were called to the residence just before 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11. Crews arrived to find flames affecting the home and began working to bring the fire under control.
Two residents inside the home were taken to a hospital after suffering smoke inhalation. Their current conditions have not been publicly detailed.
During the response, a firefighter was hurt after falling through part of the floor while battling the fire. The firefighter was taken to a hospital and was later released.
Roughly 60 firefighters worked to contain the blaze. Three pets from the home were reported unaccounted for following the fire.
Investigators later determined the fire was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials. Authorities continue to review the circumstances surrounding the incident, and additional details may be released if they become available. Our thoughts are with those affected as they continue to recover.
How Smoking Materials Often Lead to Residential Fires
Improperly discarded smoking materials remain one of the more common causes of residential fires in the United States. Cigarettes, cigars, and similar items can stay hot long after they appear to be extinguished.
When these materials are thrown into trash bins, left on furniture, or dropped near flammable items, they can slowly ignite surrounding materials. Upholstered furniture, bedding, and dry debris are especially vulnerable because they can begin smoldering before flames appear.
Smoke from these fires can spread quickly through a home, sometimes affecting occupants before they notice visible flames. Because of this, many fire safety groups encourage smokers to fully extinguish materials in sturdy containers and avoid smoking indoors when possible.
Working smoke alarms and clear exit paths can also help residents respond quickly if a fire begins inside the home.
