Dune Grass Fire in Ocean City Linked to Suspected Illegal Fireworks

OCEAN CITY, Md. — A fire broke out along the beach in Ocean City on Saturday night, resulting in considerable damage to the dune grass in the area.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:21 PM near the intersection of 116th and 117th Streets. The Ocean City Fire Department is investigating the possibility that illegal fireworks may have caused the fire.

Officials emphasize the critical role that dune grass plays in safeguarding the coastline against erosion and mitigating the impact of storms.

Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the fire or has relevant information, photographs, or video footage to reach out to Investigator David Marquez at the Ocean City Fire Department, Office of the Fire Marshal, via email at [email protected].

Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR-2 News (source).