STANDISH, Maine (WABI) - The cause of a fire that destroyed a home in Standish last night has been ruled accidental.

Firefighters responded to the home on Deerfield Drive around 9 p.m. to find heavy fire coming from the home.

Three people were inside but were able to make it out safely.

Investigators say a generator located in the garage had been started shortly before the fire broke out.

Within minutes, the homeowners reported smelling burnt plastic and hearing snapping noises before getting out safely.

Investigators determined the fire originated in electrical wiring associated with the generator setup.

Officials said a dog died in the fire.

No other injuries were reported.

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