URGENT UPDATE: A tragic house fire in Benton, Maine, claimed the life of one person and a dog early Wednesday morning. The fire ignited around 2:07 a.m. at a residence on Pleasant Drive, according to Shannon Moss, spokesperson for the Maine Department of Public Safety.
Firefighters arrived at the scene to find the home fully engulfed in flames, prompting a response from fire departments across five nearby towns. As crews battled the devastating blaze, they discovered a deceased individual and a dog inside the charred structure.
The body has been transported to the Maine medical examiner’s office for identification and to determine the cause of death. The investigation into the fire is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to uncover what led to this tragic incident.
This heartbreaking event underscores the urgent need for fire safety awareness in communities. As details continue to emerge, residents are reminded to check their smoke detectors and review fire escape plans.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
