The Maine Department of Public Safety issued the following statement provided by the Robbins family July 3 regarding the passing of Alden Robbins, who died on July 2, 2026, from injuries sustained in the May 15, 2026, explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont. A statement from the Department of Public Safety follows the family’s statement.

Statement from the Robbins Family

It is with profound sadness that the Robbins family announces the passing of Alden J. Robbins, who died on July 2, 2026, from injuries sustained in the tragic accident at Robbins Lumber on May 15, 2026.

We are heartbroken by the loss of a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Alden was the heart of our family in so many ways, and nothing mattered more to him than the people he loved. Throughout his battle, he fought with extraordinary courage and determination, holding on so that his family could have precious time with him. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him.

Our family is deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by the medical teams at Maine Medical Center in Portland and at the Sumner Redstone Burn Center at Massachusetts General Hospital. Their skill, compassion, and unwavering dedication went far beyond what could ever have been expected. They cared not only for Alden, but for our entire family during the most difficult days of our lives, and we will always be grateful.

We are also profoundly thankful for the countless prayers, messages of support, acts of kindness, and generosity shown by our employees, friends, neighbors, the forest products community, first responders, and people from across Maine and beyond. Your support has been a source of strength for our family.

A celebration of Alden's life will be held at a later date, with details to be shared when arrangements have been made.

At this time, we respectfully ask for privacy as our family mourns this tremendous loss and begins to navigate life without someone who meant so much to all of us.

The Robbins Family

Statement Department of Public Safety

The Department of Public Safety extends its sincere condolences to the Robbins family on the loss of Alden Robbins. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones, the Robbins Lumber family, and everyone affected by this tragedy. We ask that the family's privacy be respected during this difficult time.