Faulty heating pad blamed for fire
By Kathy McCarty
Staff Writer
EASTON — A faulty heating pad is being blamed for a fire Feb. 22 that destroyed a home at 240 Mahaney Road.
“The fire was reported around 11:50 a.m. The home belonged to Harold and Holly Woodcock,” said Easton Fire Chief Kim White.
Photo courtesy of Kim White
FIRE DESTROYS HOME — The Mahaney Road home of Harold and Holly Woodcock was destroyed by fire Feb. 22. The homeowners told firefighters a faulty heating pad was to blame. 
White indicated the extent of damage made it impossible to determine the cause but the blaze is believed to be electrical in nature.
“The home was fully involved when we arrived. Smoke was pouring out. Due to the extent of damage, I couldn’t determine a definite cause, but when we arrived the homeowner indicated a faulty heating pad started the fire,” said White.
Twenty-two firefighters responded, with mutual aid from six firefighters from Presque Isle and eight from Mars Hill.
No injuries were reported.
“The Woodcocks were able to get their dog out but not their cat,” said White.
The Red Cross is assisting the family, with clothing donations being sought for the husband. If anyone would like to help, the items needed include: pants size 32/34, medium or large shirts and shoes size nine-and-a-half to 10.
For more information or to make a donation, contact the Town Office at 488-6652. Items can also be dropped off there during regular business hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; or Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
