Fire destroyed a mobile home near Watchic Pond in Standish early Sunday morning, drawing fire personnel from eight departments. 

Residents of 12 Watchic Rd. 21 reported smoke and fire at their home at 1:26 a.m. When firefighters arrived they found heavy fire showing from the single-family dwelling, according to a statement by the Standish Fire Department. 

The two people living there escaped the flames and saved an unknown number of pets, the statement said. The cause is unknown, and is being investigated by the office of the State Fire Marshal. 

Two firefighters were treated at the scene for heat-related injuries, but did not need further medical attention. 

Fire crews from Sebago, Gorham, Limington, Buxton, Hollis and Baldwin helped shuttling water to the scene. Firefighters from Windham and Raymond covered stations in Standish until crews cleared the fire scene about 6:17 a.m. 

The American Red Cross was notified to assist the residents with finding temporary shelter.

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