Investigators with the Office of the Delaware State Fire Marshal are continuing to investigate a 3-alarm fire that heavily damaged an elementary school in Milford this morning.

Shortly after 4:00 AM on October 25, 2026, the Carlisle Fire Company was alerted to an automatic fire alarm at the Lulu Ross Elementary School in Milford. Upon arrival, fire fighters found fire coming from the roof of the school. Fire crews attempted an interior attack on the fire, but deteriorating conditions forced them to evacuate the structure. The fire grew to 3 alarms bringing additional resources to the scene.

Deputy State Fire Marshals responded to the scene to investigate the origin and cause of the fire. Investigators determined that the fire originated in the Kent wing of the school. The cause is still under investigation. Investigators found no evidence of criminal activity at this time.

No injuries were reported. The building was heavily damaged during the fire, and no damage estimate is available.

Chief Deputy Brian Schad

Delaware State Fire Marshal

1537 Chestnut Grove Road

Dover, Delaware 19904

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