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Accidental fire caused by burning candle in trash, Augusta ME

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Summerhaven Rd, Augusta, ME

Residents on Summerhaven Road reported a possible house fire. It was caused by a burning candle thrown into a trash can. The fire was put out and was less serious than initially thought.

Audio|Source: Maine State Police Dispatch Zone 2A
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Reverend Summer Haven Road.
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They just called back advising it was accidental.
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They thought their house was on fire.
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They put it out and it looked worse than it was.
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I guess they threw a burning candle into their trash can.

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Summerhaven Rd, Augusta, ME

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