Structure Fire Behind Residence in Presque Isle, Maine

Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Saturday morning at 6 Pond Street in Presque Isle.

Structure Fire Behind Home in Presque Isle, Maine

The Presque Isle Fire Department was on the scene around 9:24 am for a shed fire behind a residence.

Reports of Someone Living in Structure as Crews Arrived on the Scene

Crews had reports that someone may have been living in the shed at the time of the fire. No one was found inside the structure.

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Fire Contained Before Spreading and Shed was a Total Loss

The fire was contained and extinguished before it could spread. The shed was a complete loss.

Officials Believe a Propane Heater May Have Caused the Fire

Officials said it appears a propane heater could have started the fire.

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No Injuries Reported as the Investigation is Ongoing

No one was reported injured in the fire. The investigation is ongoing.

Street was Not Closed and Open to Traffic

The street and surrounding areas remained open to traffic.

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Mutual Aid form Local Fire Departments

Assisting the Presque Isle Fire Department was the Caribou Fire Department and the Mapleton Fire Department.