Accomack County ~ Abandoned Structure Fire

Virginia State Police and local fire departments were called to a fire in Greenbackville, Va. around 6:00 PM Thursday evening.  It has been determined that this fire was accidental and NOT arson.

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Thursday, March 28, 2013 / 11:00 PM
Abandoned Structure Fire

In the area of 36670 Seaside Drive
Belle Haven, Virginia (near Blue Crab Circle)

Units arrive to find the two story structure fully involved. The structure was located in thick underbrush and was brought under control by 11:25 P.M.

Painter, Exmore, Wachapreague,  Nassawadox  responded.  There were no injuries.

Police are asking anyone who has information that might lead to the capture and conviction of the person or persons involved in this or any of the other arson fires to call the tip line at the Accomack County Sheriff's Department at 757-655-1437.

A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the arsonist.

Accomack County is under a burn ban until further notice. All uncontained burning has been suspended with the exception of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. The only exceptions are burning in a container and attended camp fires.