House fire in Eldersburg

Last night a fire was reported in the 1600blk of Brimfield Circle in Eldersburg at 11:33pm. Lieutentant Robert Ruch was first on the scene and reported a fire in the upstairs bedroom. Firefighters made a fast aggresive attack on the fire and was able to contain the fire to the bedroom. The house did suffer smoke, heat and water damage. Two dogs, a cat and a hamster were rescued from the residence and the family has been displaced. Red Cross was on the scene to assist the family and pets. The cause of the fire was under investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshall's Office.