Woman dies after house fire in Windsor

WINDSOR Maine (WABI) - A 77-year-old woman died in a house fire Monday evening in Windsor.

Firefighters responded to the scene on Ridge Road just before 6 p.m. and found fire throughout the home, according to officials.

The Fire Marshal’s Office said after a search of the home, they found Lorraine Knox, 77, dead inside.

The Medical Examiner will now determine the cause of death and positively confirm the identification.

The Fire Marshal’s Office said Knox had been experiencing furnace issues and was using electric heaters to stay warm. The fire remains under investigation.