Electrical issue likely to blame for fire that destroyed Lake George amphitheater

Electrical issue likely to blame for Lake George fire

Investigators believe that a fire that destroyed the Shepard Park Amphitheater in Lake George was accidental, possibly caused by an electrical issue. The fire broke out just before 4 a.m. Mayor Ray Perry said four inspectors were at the scene and believe it was an electrical issue.

Investigators believe that a fire that destroyed the Shepard Park Amphitheater in Lake George was accidental, possibly caused by an electrical issue.

The fire broke out just before 4 a.m.

Mayor Ray Perry said four inspectors were at the scene and believe it was an electrical problem.

Perry said two scheduled concerts – Rich Ortiz on Monday and Tuesday Tribute – have been canceled. The village is planning to go forward with the Wednesday concert put on by the Arts Project.

No one was injured in the fire.

The North Queensbury Fire Department assisted Lake George at the scene.