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The firefighter killed in a line-of-duty explosion in Searsmont on Friday has been identified as Andrew Cross, 27, of the Morrill Fire Department, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
Cross was killed at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, after responding to a reported fire at the lumber mill. Several other people were left in serious and critical condition.
“Our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers are with the firefighter’s family, loved ones, and colleagues during this devastating time,” State Fire Marshal Shawn Esler said.
Maine State Police was set to assist with an honorable transfer Saturday, leaving the medical examiner’s office at 11 a.m. and traveling along Route 3 to Risposta’s Funeral Home in Belfast.
