Barn fire near Felton ruled accidental

FELTON, DELAWARE (4/24/2015) A fire that heavily damaged a barn west of Felton early today was accidental, authorities said.

Felton firefighters found the 40- by 60-foot building ablaze when they arrived shortly after 1:30 a.m. in the 1200 block of Sandtown Road.

Michael Chionchio, assistant state fire marshal, said investigators determined the fire was caused by faulty electrical wiring inside the building.

No injuries were reported.

Damage was estimated at $25,000.

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