Maine Warden Service plane crash sparks emergency response in Franklin County; what we know so far

Avon Fire Department confirmed a Maine Warden Service plane crashed Tuesday morning near Avon in Franklin County, Maine. Injuries remain unclear after crash.

Updated on: May 12, 2026 10:35 PM IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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A plane with the Maine Warden Service has crashed in Maine's Franklin County near Avon on Tuesday morning, Avon's fire department has confirmed.

Maine's Sun Journal first reported the news citing Rangeley Fire Chief Mike Bacon, confirming that the plane crash took place around 11am local time. As of now, it is unclear how many people were on board the aircraft.

The Maine Warden Service is a state law enforcement agency that focuses on wildlife protection, conservation, and outdoor safety.

According to local media reports, the plane crashed in a forest area causing a fire.

This story is developing.

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Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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