Two people were injured Saturday night after a fire destroyed two buildings in Van Buren.

Crackling Sounds in the Pellet Stove

The fire at 58 Main Street started around 11:23 pm. The owner heard crackling sounds and discovered a fire involving his pellet stove, according to the Maine Department of Public Safety.

Owner Tried to Put Out Fire with Fire Extinguisher

“The owner attempted to extinguish the fire using a fire extinguisher; however, the fire continued to spread,” said Shannon Moss, Public Information Officer, Maine Department of Public Safety.

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Fire Crews Battled Heavy Fire Conditions

The Van Buren Fire Department found heavy fire conditions when they arrived on the scene.

An Excavator Used to Demolish Bui

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