A house on County Road 33 in South Bristol has been deemed a total loss after a three-alarm fire Tuesday night. The fire, which occurred at around 7:15 p.m., has left the Richmond Volunteer Fire Department to investigate the cause of the blaze.
The Richmond Volunteer Fire Department says it happened at around 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, with multiple fire departments responding to the scene.
"The house was fully engulfed in flames when we arrived," said a Richmond Volunteer Fire Department spokesperson.
The fire has raised concerns among local residents, who are grateful that no one was injured in the blaze. The Richmond Volunteer Fire Department has been working to determine the cause of the fire, which is still unknown at this time.
The fire has also highlighted the importance of fire safety in the community, with many residents taking to social media to express their gratitude to the Richmond Volunteer Fire Department for their quick response. The Town of South Bristol will be providing support to the affected family, who have lost their home in the fire.
The Richmond Volunteer Fire Department is urging residents to take precautions to prevent similar fires from occurring in the future. Residents are advised to ensure that they have working smoke detectors in their homes and to be cautious when using electrical appliances.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, with the Richmond Volunteer Fire Department working to determine the origin of the blaze. The Town of South Bristol will be holding a meeting next week to discuss the fire and provide support to the affected family.