Bangor Fire, Explosion Caused By Discarded Smoking Materials
An explosion that shook part of the city in May was caused when discarded smoking materials started a fire near a propane tank, according to officials.
The May 10 fire at 11 Center Street Ave., was ruled accidental by the State Fire Marshal s Office. The investigation determined that the discarded smoking material started a fire near an outdoor grill, according to information provided by the Maine Department of Public Safety.
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Fire departments from all around the region were called upon to battle the blaze, which started around 6 p.m. on Monday, May 10.