Fire at Orrington waste facility started in trash dumping room, investigators say

ORRINGTON, Maine (WABI) — Officials have provided more information about a fire at Eagle Point Energy Center in Orrington.

According to the Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire started in the reclaim area which is where the trash is dumped and sorted.

Investigators said there were multiple items in the trash that could have ignited the fire such as discarded batteries.

The fire was first reported Tuesday night. The following day, crews had the fire under control.

Nobody was injured.

Orrington Town Manager Chris Backman said debris will be removed from the site and taken to the Juniper Ridge landfill this week.

Monday night residents in Orrington attended a Select Board meeting.

People turned out during the public comment period, voicing concerns about public safety and the potential impact of the fire on the surrounding community.

Some raised questions about the health and well-being of the first responders who spent hours battling the blaze.

Others spoke about prevention measures and oversight concerning the plant.