Veazie Police and Fire Departments responded responded to at fire, Aug. 12, at 5 Thompson Road in Veazie. The fire had spread up the rear exterior of the-story, 20-unit apartment building and extended into the roof.
Crews were able to contain the fire to four apartments. Neighboring units sustained water and smoke damage.
One adult male occupant was transported to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center for treatment of second-degree burns to his feet. Unfortunately, one dog and possibly a cat perished in the fire. Additionally, over a dozen firefighters were treated on scene for heat-related illnesses.
Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office responded and conducted a scene investigation. Preliminary findings indicate the fire originated on an exterior porch due to the improper disposal of smoking materials.
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