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Delaware State Fire Marshal investigating fire at Red Mill Inn

March 31, 2026

The Delaware State Fire Marshal is investigating a structure fire that took place at Red Mill Inn on Route 1 in Lewes.

According to the fire marshal’s origin and cause investigation, it was determined that the fire was accidentally caused by the spontaneous combustion of oil-saturated clothing in a hamper on the exterior patio of one of the units. The structure was occupied by a woman and child, who were able to escape without injury by getting out through a ground-floor window. 

Fire damage was estimated at $30,000.