Smyrna fire leaves woman in critical condition

A Smyrna woman was critically injured after officials say she accidentally sparked a fire Sunday afternoon.

We're told the Citizens Hose Company responded to the 500 block of West Commerce Street shortly after 1 PM Sunday for a house on fire.

When firefighters arrived on scene, they say they found an active fire on the second floor of the house.

A 62-year-old woman was taken to the Bayhealth Kent General Hospital.

Officials say the woman is in critical condition with inner airway burns, and second degree burns to her face.

State fire investigators determined the blaze started when the victim attempted to light a cigarette while on oxygen.

Heavy fire damage was estimated at $50,000.

The American Red Cross provided emergency assistance to five adults and two children whom have been displaced because of the fire.