Officials say cause of Portland fire not likely to be determined due to extent of damage

The State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the Friday fire that devastated businesses along Custom House Wharf in Old Port.

Portland, Maine fire: Dramatic videos show massive blaze on Custom House Wharf

ORIGINAL STORY: A massive fire has broken out in Portland, Maine, according to local alert pages. Videos shared on social media showed heavy flames and thick smoke rising from the waterfront.

'We’re going to do all we can to bring it back': Investigators, business owners, property managers assess damage after devastating Portland fire

Flames and smoke were visible around the Casco Bay Friday night, leaving smokey remains on one of Portland’s iconic wharfs.
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1 dead, 1 seriously injured in Palermo house explosion, fire

Fire investigators said they believe an explosion preceded the Monday night fire and are continuing to investigate the cause.

Fire destroys northern Maine auto repair shop, displaces nearby residents

The fire began at the Outback Garage in Patten early Wednesday morning, authorities said, and spread to an adjacent apartment building.

Fire destroys RSU 20 bus garage

SEARSPORT, Maine (WABI) - The Fire Marshall’s Office is investigating after the RSU 20 bus garage in Searsport was destroyed by a fire. Calls came in around 3:30 Saturday afternoon for the fire on Prospect street.
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Massive fire in Portland's Old Port destroys building, multiple restaurants forced to close

A massive fire in the Old Port of Portland, Maine, on Friday night destroyed a building and damaged multiple businesses. Several popular area restaurants were also forced to close due to the size and impact of the blaze.
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