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The Lisbon Fire Department responded to Ridge Road for a reported structure fire. All of the occupants had safety evacuated prior to our arrival. Crews were able to extinguish the blaze with assistance from Sabattus Fire Department , Durham Fire and Rescue , Topsham Fire & Rescue, and Lewiston Fire.
Lisbon firefighters work to extinguish a Ridge Road house fire Sunday. Photo courtesy of Lisbon Fire Department

Firefighters in Lisbon put out a house fire on Sunday, with no injuries reported, though much of the home was burnt to a crisp.

The Lisbon Fire Department responded to Ridge Road for the fire, according a Facebook post from the department.

When crews arrived, there was heavy fire coming from the back of the single-family home.

All of the occupants got out safely, and no injuries were reported.

Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze, with photos showing that much of the home was blackened by the flames. Tankers had to be brought in to provide water.

The blaze displaced four people, according to the department.

Lisbon first responders were assisted by the Sabattus, Durham, Topsham and Lewiston fire departments.

Bonnie Washuk is the weekend reporter for the Portland Press Herald. She previously was the education writer and a general assignment reporter for the Sun Journal, focusing on Lewiston-Auburn schools....