Arson Fire Destroys Vacant House

On May 7, 1990 at 3:53 a.m. firefighters were alerted to a house fire on the Britton Road, Southampton Twp. Cumberland County. When firefighters arrived they found a vacant house well involved in fire. Approximately 50 firefighters from six companies battled the blaze that completely destroyed the 2-1/2-story frame house. Damages were estimated at $9,500. The cause of the fire was listed as arson. The Vigilant Hose, Cumberland Valley Hose and West End Fire and Rescue companies operated at the scene.