Fire Damages Exterior Of Convenience Store That Will Remain Closed During Investigation

COLUMBIA, MD — The front of the Royal Farms convenience store located in the 8700 block of Centre Park Drive was damaged in a fire Monday night.

Around 6:20 p.m. Feb. 10, Howard County firefighters arrived at the business for a report of a commercial building fire. They found flames across the front exterior of the building that extended to the awning over the front doors. The fire was brought under control in three minutes, the fire department stated.

No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is being investigated by the county fire marshal. The store will remain closed until further notice.