DELMAR, Md. – A house fire in Delmar Sunday night has been ruled accidental.

The fire was reported at 401 East Pine Street just before 6 p.m. Firefighters were able to quickly control the fire, which was determined to have started in a second-floor bedroom. Firefighters say an unknown electrical fire with an extension cord caused the fire.

Total damage was estimated at $16,500. One occupant was taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation for smoke inhalation.

We’re told the occupants are being assisted by the American Red Cross.