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Monday, March 28, 2022

BREAKING: 3 Vehicle Broadway Accident By Stella Maris Shutdown (Reopened)

Update at 4:37pm: Fire units have cleared the scene


BREAKING: Rockland, Maine - Three vehicle accident has shut down Broadway this afternoon by Stella Maris in Rockland, Maine.


Rockland fire and ems on scene.

Thursday, March 24, 2022

BREAKING: Firefighters Battling Multiple Alarm Belfast Potato Factory Fire


Update at 8:36am: 
Pierce Street/Water Street -
Firefighting operations ongoing and crews are working to protect ammonia storage tanks. 
Per Belfast PD, area evacuations in progress.
Photo Frank Coombs

BREAKING: Belfast, Maine - Firefighters from several departments are battling massive, multiple alarm potato factory fire, well involved, on Pierce Street in Belfast, Maine.

Hazmat Team requested to the scene.
Belfast High School and East Side Schools are being evacuated. Harbor Hill Nursing Home has initiated their evacuation plan. 
The Route 1 bridge is closed.

Camden Fire Chief Chris Farley says there are no injuries. No word on what caused the fire. School in Belfast has been canceled because of the smoke.

Waldo County Emergency Management Agency advises that Belfast residents shelter in place until otherwise notified. Shelter in Place instructions can be found on our website at: cityofbelfast.org/DocumentCenter
Camden Fire Chief Chris Farley says there are no injuries. No word on what caused the fire. School in Belfast has been canceled because of the smoke.

Stay tuned for the latest.