A woman died Monday after a fire on East Main Street in Fort Kent.

Woman Died after Fire in Fort Kent

Fort Kent Fire and Rescue said “Upon arrival, Chief Pelletier was unable to confirm that all tenants of the apartment building were accounted for.”

Fire at the Front of the Building and Second Floor

Firefighters battled the blaze at the front of the building and another crew attacked the second floor.

First Floor Fire Put Out

The fire on the first floor was quickly extinguished.

Crews Learned Someone was Still in the Building

Crews got information that there was someone inside the building.

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Woman was Located in the Building and First Responders Tried Resuscitation

“Shortly thereafter, firefighters located a civilian victim and rescued her, unfortunately resuscitation efforts by ASI and Fort Kent firefighters were unsuccessful,” said Chief Pelletier with Fort Kent Fire and Rescue.

Maine Fire Marshal’s Office Investigating the Cause of the Fire

The Maine Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the scene and is investigating the cause of the fire.

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Name and Age Not Released Pending Family Notification

The woman’s name and age were not released pending notification of the family.

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Multiple Agencies Responded and Assisted with the Fire

Assisting Fort Kent Fire and Rescue were the Eagle Lake Fire Department, ASI, Fort Kent Public Works and the Red Cross.

If you’re gluten-free or have celiac disease, you know the feeling: sometimes you just want what everyone else is eating. Wings, fries, pizza, those classic comfort foods that can often feel off-limits. Thankfully, Maine is really starting to show up for the gluten-free community. More restaurants are adding gluten-free options to their menus, and even better, more places are investing in separate fryers to help keep us safe.

One local favorite that deserves a reminder is 104 Main Public House in Topsham. They’ve been serving gluten-free wings, pizza, and fries for quite a while, but it’s worth highlighting again because they do it right. Their menu includes gluten-free wings and gluten-free pizza options, and they are known for accommodating gluten-free diners.

As someone who has personally eaten their wings, I can confidently say they’re delicious and I’ve always felt safe ordering them. Knowing they have a dedicated fryer makes all the difference when you’re navigating celiac disease and trying to enjoy a meal without worrying about cross-contact.

The real question is: are you a ranch or blue cheese person? Do you go for classic BBQ or are you all about the hot wings? Either way, if you’ve been craving crispy, flavorful wings this summer, 104 Main should be at the top of your list.

It’s great to see more Maine restaurants making gluten-free dining easier, and tastier, for all of us.