Investigators with the Office of the State Fire Marshal responded to Montville to investigate a reported structure fire involving a small camp, according to a July 18, media report from The Department of Public Safety.

According to the Montville Fire Department, the property owner was not home at the time of the fire. The fire was reported by a neighboring resident.

Fire investigators conducted interviews and examined the scene, ultimately determining the fire originated on the first floor of the camp. The cause of the fire was identified as the failure of a backup power bank that was being used to provide power to office equipment.

Investigators learned that electrical service had recently been restored to the area prior to the fire. Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, the fire has been classified as accidental.

No injuries were reported.