Salisbury house fire deemed accidental

SALISBURY, Md. – Maryland Fire Officials say a house fire in Salisbury Wednesday afternoon has been ruled accidental.

The blaze broke out shortly before 4 p.m., at a house at 407 Robinson Street. The occupants were able to escape unharmed, however we’re told a family pet did not make it.

Investigation revealed that the fire was caused by an unattended candle. Damage has been estimated at $30,000.