The State Fire Marshal’s office says someone set fire to an unoccupied home in Elsmere, Del.
The fire was reported around 3 a.m. Sunday. Elsmere firefighters arrived to find flames shooting from the home.
Fire marshals say investigators determined that the fire was intentionally set and are looking for those responsible.
No one was hurt in the fire. Damage is estimated at $150,000.
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