Portsmouth, Va. – A detached two-story garage behind a home in the 100 block of Mt. Vernon Avenue in Portsmouth was damaged by fire early Wednesday morning.
Crews were called to the scene around 3:00 a.m.
Chief Hoffler with Portsmouth Fire-Rescue says the fire started on a workbench and was caused by a small TV that was plugged in. It was ruled accidental.
The building sustained moderate fire and smoke damage.
No one was injured.
