Pittsburgh Man Arrested for Arson in Windgap Home Fire Injuring Three

A fire broke out in the basement of a Laurel townhouse in Howard County early in the morning, displacing residents who are now receiving aid from the American Red Cross; the cause is under investigation by Maryland authorities. In Pittsburgh's Windgap neighborhood, a house fire started on the front porch, which was deemed suspicious, leading to the arrest of Timothy Hamilton on multiple felony arson charges. The fire occurred after Hamilton allegedly attempted to coerce a woman to leave the home, following a day of abuse, and set fire to porch items, causing approximately $53,200 in damage. All three occupants escaped safely through the back of the home before firefighters arrived. In Felts Mills, New York, a house fire was quickly extinguished with residents safely evacuated, though details remain limited. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about fire safety, potential arson, and the critical role of emergency response teams in protecting residents.