Explosion at Maine lumber mill leaves at least 10 injured
Summary
A fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine, injured at least 10 people on Friday. Firefighters are still working to control the blaze, and officials do not yet know what caused the fire.Key Facts
- The explosion and fire started around 10 a.m. at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine.
- At least 10 people were injured, including firefighters and civilians.
- MaineHealth Maine Medical Center expected to treat 10 patients related to the fire.
- Multiple fire trucks were destroyed in the fire.
- The cause of the explosion and fire is still unknown.
- Robbins Lumber is a family-owned business operating since 1881.
- All Robbins Lumber employees were accounted for after the incident.
- Maine Governor Janet Mills and Senator Susan Collins expressed support for those affected and asked people to avoid the area.
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