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Fire Officials Say Child Playing With Propane Torch Accidentally Burned Down Shed Outside Md. Home

OLDTOWN, Md. (WJZ) -- Allegany County Fire officials say a child playing with a propane torch caused a shed to burn down at an Oldtown home.

Crews responded to the 18000 block Kasekamp Hill Road around 6 p.m.

The fire was contained in about 10 minutes.

The owner of the home reportedly received smoke inhalation but refused treatment.

Officers said the fire started after a child accidentally caught leaves and a woodpile on fire while playing with a propane torch.

The fire caused about $1,000 worth of damage.

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