An early morning fire ripped through a house on the 600 block of Marco Road in Washington Township, Westmoreland County, leaving the home gutted and apparently a total loss, according to local officials and neighbors.
Fire crews were called out shortly before 4:30 a.m. Thursday. When they arrived, the single-family home was already heavily damaged and burned out. Neighbors and officials reported no injuries, but the charred structure was essentially destroyed.
As reported by WPXI, firefighters reached the scene just before 4:30 a.m., and "heavy smoke was still coming from the gutted home." The station also noted that no one was hurt in the blaze.
Other recent Westmoreland house fires
Washington Township and nearby communities in Westmoreland County have already weathered several serious house fires this year. On Feb. 20, a fire on Hoover Drive left a home a total loss and sent two men to the hospital, according to WTAE, a reminder of how quickly these incidents can escalate for both residents and first responders.
What officials say and where to get updates
Authorities have not yet released a cause for the Marco Road fire. WPXI reported that there was no immediate word on the origin of the blaze and that investigators remained on scene into the morning.
For ongoing local updates, including any information about relief efforts or road closures related to the fire, the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company shares resources and contact details on its website, Washington Township VFC 102.
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