HAWTHORN, Pa. (EYT) — Clarion-based State Police say the fire marshal investigated a blaze that occurred Friday morning in Hawthorn, Clarion County.

(Photo courtesy Hawthorn Volunteer Fire Department)

The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal and the Hawthorn Fire Department investigated the origin and cause of a fire that damaged a two-story residential dwelling at 4135 Brookville Street, Hawthorn, at 11:15 a.m. on April 21.

The fire originated in a bedroom on the second floor of the home.

According to police, the fire was caused by young children playing with a lighter.

Damage is estimated at $20,000.00.

There were no injuries.

The victim is Bryan G. Watkins of Hawthorn, Pa.

No other information was provided.