A large barn in Montgomery County burned to the ground overnight Tuesday, sending smoke over the area.
The barn caught fire shortly before midnight on Peach Tree Road in Dickerson. It quickly became completely engulfed in flames, county fire officials said.
More than 65 firefighters from 20 units responded, including help from neighboring Frederick County.
No people or animals were hurt, Batallion Chief Jay Blake said early Tuesday, standing in front of the smoking ruins. The barn was full of tools, equipment and many bales of hay.
We've got the news you need to know to start your day. Sign up for the First & 4Most morning newsletter — delivered to your inbox daily. >Sign up here.
There are no fire hydrants in the area and “water was an issue,” Blake said.
The cause of the fire is unknown and an investigation is underway. It caused an estimated $1.5 million in damage.
Local
Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia local news, events and information
Stay with NBC Washington for more details on this developing story.
