FMO Investigating Custom House Wharf Fire in Portland; Cause May Not Be Determined

December 27, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media

PORTLAND, Maine — The Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office (FMO), working with the Portland Fire Department, is continuing to investigate a fire that occurred Friday evening at 25 and 27 Custom House Wharf in Portland.

The fire happened on Friday, December 26, 2025, and caused significant damage to several portions of the attached buildings. Officials said affected areas include storage and maintenance spaces used by multiple fishermen, lobstermen’s trap repair shops, and businesses such as Nanuq Kayak and Maritime Antique. The Sea Bag Factory Store was also impacted, though officials said the full extent of damage has not yet been determined.

No injuries were reported.

Officials said Harbor Fish did not sustain any fire damage. The store was impacted by the fire investigation but has reopened.

Investigators from the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Portland Fire Department returned to the scene on Saturday, December 27, 2025, to conduct witness and occupant interviews and collect video evidence. Officials stated there is no indication of foul play. Due to the extent of fire damage, officials said it is unlikely an exact cause will be identified.

The investigation remains ongoing, and officials said they will continue gathering video and additional information throughout the weekend.

Credit: Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office / Portland Fire Department

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