4 Injured In Sussex County Camper Trailer Fire: Officials

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SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. (CBS) – Four people were injured when flames broke out in a camper trailer in Ellendale. Fire crews responded to the 10000 block of Greentop Road shortly before 8 a.m.

Officials say one camper trailer sustained heavy damage and a family of four was sleeping inside the camper prior to the discovery of the fire. They fled the flames and needed medical treatment.

A 29-year-old man suffered smoke inhalation. A 31-year-old woman suffered 2nd degree burns and smoke inhalation. A 2-year-old girl and 1-year-old boy were also medically evaluated.

All victims were taken to an area hospital.

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The children were released to relatives and the adults were transferred to another hospital for further treatment.

Both adults are in stable condition.

The fire damage was estimated at $2,500.

There were no smoke alarms in the camper trailer.

Deputy Fire Marshals are investigating the cause of the fire.