Crime & Safety

Firefighters Respond to Small Mulch Fire in Borough

A mulch fire on Broad Street at Bridge Street caused no noticeable damage.

Malvern Fire Company responded to a small mulch fire at 203 Broad Street, a twin home located on the corner of Broad and Bridge streets in the borough. According to firefighter Jason Drinkwater, smoke was coming from under the porch.

A Malvern Police officer on the scene reported that the fire might have been started by a cigarette.

East Whiteland and Paoli fire companies were on scene to assist. Firefighters soaked the mulch and the fire was extinguished within a few minutes. No appreciable damage was done.

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