Vacant house fire in Crisfield ruled as arson

Officials are saying arson is to blame for a fire that damaged a vacant home in Crisfield.

The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office says the flames started around 7:25 AM on Sunday, on the porch of the vacant two story Calvary Road home. Five Crisfield Fire Department firefighters responded to the scene after a passerby discovered it, and reportedly had the flames under control in 15 minutes.

Damages are reportedly estimated a $2,000. There were no injuries reported. Investigators say they have ruled the cause as arson, which started on the outside front porch.

Anyone with information about the blaze is asked to contact the Salisbury Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal at 410-713-3780.