UPDATE: A malfunctioning furnace caused the smoke in the building.

Original story below…

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ESSEX, MD—Crews are on the scene of a possible Saturday night apartment fire in Essex.

The fire was reported at around 8:45 p.m. on Timber Creek Court (21221).

Arriving units found smoke showing from the roof of the apartment building.

Firefighter are currently evacuating residents.

Motorists should use caution in the area.