Malvern Apartment Damaged by Attic Fire

A Malvern borough family continues to recover after a fire in their apartment forced them out of their home last week.

Clothing and gift card donations were accepted by the organizers of the weekly Malvern Farmers Market at Burke Park over the weekend, and contributions will continue to be welcomed. Clothing is needed for boys between the ages of 14 and 16 years, plus men’s and women’s extra large sizes.

The fire ripped through an apartment on Monument Avenue in Malvern May 6, according to the Malvern Fire Department. First reponders from East Whiteland, Paoli and Berwyn stations assisted with the initial scene. A second alarm brought crews from Goshen, Radnor, Newtown Square and Kimberton.

Initial reports sent out at approximately 1:45 p.m. said black smoke was coming from the second floor, in the attic area. The fire was placed under control about one hour into the incident, with no injuries reported.

County and State Fire Marshals are investigating the cause of the fire.