Investigtors with the Office of State Fire Marshal responded to 4 Sea Meadows Lane at the request of the Scarborough Fire Department to investigate a residential structure fire.

The Scarborough Fire Deparment responded to reports of a fire at a residence off East Grant Avenue.  Upon arival, fire fighters found a fire on the home’s rear exterior that had extended into the structure through an interioe stairwell.  Fire crews quickly brought the fire under control, limiting damage to the residence.

One firefighter was transported to a local hosital for evaluation and treatment of heat exhaustion.  No civilian injuries were reported.

Investigators with the Office of State Fire Marshal responded to assist in determining the origin and cause of the fire.  The investigation has determined that the fire is not suspicious and appears to have been accidental.

The press release issued this morning does not indicate the time of day yesterday that the fire occurred.