URGENT UPDATE: A tragic house fire in Benton, Maine has claimed the lives of one person and a dog early this morning. The devastating blaze erupted at approximately 2:07 a.m. at a residence on Pleasant Drive, according to Shannon Moss, a spokesperson for the Maine Department of Public Safety.
Firefighters arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames. Responding crews from five towns worked swiftly to bring the fire under control but tragically discovered a deceased individual and a dog inside the property during their efforts.
The body has been transported to the Maine medical examiner’s office for forensic analysis to confirm the identity and determine the cause of death. The circumstances surrounding the fire remain under investigation as authorities work to piece together the events leading up to this horrific incident.
This heartbreaking event highlights the severe risks associated with residential fires, prompting local officials to urge residents to ensure their smoke detectors are functional and to have an emergency plan in place.
As investigations continue, updates will follow. Stay tuned for more developments on this tragic story.
